Peterson’s Track Surface Safety Research Cited in Thoroughbred Racing Commentary
Mick Peterson, a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Maine, was mentioned in the Thoroughbred Racing Commentary article, “Do what is best for the horse: Drug testing, doping agents, racing surfaces, and more.” Peterson was cited for his research on racetrack surfaces to reduce horse injuries. Peterson said that while tracks are only one factor, they can improve safety and build confidence in racing, according to the article. “Peterson and his colleagues have applied significant advances in the science of racing surface management and the tools for tracking the condition of a racing surface, be it synthetic, turf or dirt,” the article states.