Christopher A Baker
Christopher A Baker, PhD is a cognitive scientist at UIC studying memory and indicators of in-group/out-group status. He is an avid fight fan and failed high school wrestler.
Losing Stinks! Literally
Maybe we could harness this science to fix MMA judging. Who needs a 10-point must system when we can find the loser based on smell alone?
Are you willing to die for your BJJ school? | MMA Science Weekly
Belt whipping is still a common practice in some BJJ schools, but does it build the kind of loyalty instructors hope for?
AI is coming for martial arts
Your regular rundown of the studies, experiments, and hard science going on in the world of mixed martial arts. This week focusing on the growing field of artificial intelligence.
Extreme weight cutting helps fighters win, we have the proof
Everyone knows weight cutting is a big problem in MMA, but it also produces clear results.
MMA Science Weekly: V.1 - This is your brain on MMA
A weekly update on the current state of MMA science.
Who becomes a fighter? — The science behind the passion
What is it that defines the competitive mindset? What turns hobbyists into full-time fighters? Researchers are looking for answers.