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Childhood Physical Activity & Development

Childhood Physical Activity & Development

Our researchers are discovering how physical activity and the environment can promote healthy development in all children, and enhance the functional capabilities of children with Down syndrome or autism.

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Affiliated Labs

Dr. Leah Robinson (center) with students and kids at the Towsley Children's House

Child Movement, Activity, & Developmental Health Laboratory

Using motor skills and physical activity to promote healthy development
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Teacher Cesar Reyes and students at Munger Elementary-Middle School

Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory

Getting kids active and healthy
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Dr. Miller and a research participant

Motor & Visual Development Laboratory

Understanding neurodivergent and neurotypical motor and visual development
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Affiliated Faculty

Haylie Miller
Haylie Miller, PhD
Areas of Interest
Use of visual information and attention to guide motor planning, execution, and modification of movement in neurodivergence; health disparities among underrepresented groups in the autism community...
Lab:
Motor & Visual Development Laboratory
Leah Robinson
Leah Robinson, PhD
Areas of Interest
Assessment of motor performance and physical activity and the implementation of evidence-based interventions to maximize physical activity, motor skills, and physical health and development in...
Lab:
Child Movement, Activity, & Developmental Health Laboratory
Kara Palmer
Kara Palmer, PhD
Areas of Interest
Fundamental motor skills support positive developmental trajectories of health and closely relate to physical activity in children. My research agenda examines factors and interventions that affect...
Lab:
Child Movement, Activity, & Developmental Health Laboratory
Rebecca Hasson
Rebecca Hasson, PhD
Areas of Interest
Causes and consequences of childhood obesity in multiethnic populations.
Lab:
Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory, Human Performance & Sport Science Center
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