David E. Conroy, Ph.D., FACSM, FSBM
Michigan Impact Professor and Bickner Chair of Kinesiology, Program Chair for Applied Exercise Science, and Director of the Motivation Lab and the Roybal Center for Promoting Adherence to Behavior Change and Enhancing Cognitive Function at the University of Michigan. Emeritus Professor at Penn State; previously Professor of Preventive Medicine and Deputy Director for the Division of Behavioral Medicine at Northwestern (2014–2015). Past President (2021–2022) of the Society of Behavioral Medicine.
deconroy@umich.edu · Google Scholar
Lingsong Kong, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow. Ph.D. in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, M.S. from Southern Connecticut State University, and B.Ed. from East China Normal University. His research focuses on physical activity epidemiology, with the goal of promoting healthy aging through physical activity, wearable technologies, digital health, and artificial intelligence.
kongls@umich.edu · Google Scholar
Allyson Tabaczynski, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral research fellow. Doctorate and Master's from the University of Toronto; B.S. from the University of Rhode Island. Her doctoral work developed and evaluated a peer-led physical activity intervention for people living with and beyond cancer; her interests include the individual, social, and environmental determinants of physical activity behavior change and maintenance.
allytaba@umich.edu · Google Scholar
Shea Boyer
Shea combines a background in pharmaceutical clinical trials and biological sciences (B.S. Health & Exercise Science, B.S. Microbiology, minor in Chemistry from Colorado State University) with advanced computational training as he pursues his M.S. in Data Science at CU Boulder. He specializes in the technical execution of clinical trials, focusing on system optimization and clinical data management to maximize workflow efficiency and data integrity.
sheaboye@umich.edu
Alyssa Cutshaw
Alyssa earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Sociology from The Pennsylvania State University. Her research interests focus on how biological, psychological, and social factors interact to influence behavior. She is particularly interested in translating this understanding into effective interventions and treatments that promote meaningful, lasting behavioral change. She plans to use this experience to apply to clinical psychology doctoral programs.
acutshaw@umich.edu
Sydney Sturino, M.P.H.
Sydney received her Master’s in Public Health Epidemiology from the University of Michigan with a certificate in Injury Science; B.A. in Biology from Carthage College. Her research interests focus on injury prevention, the impact of behavioral and psychological interventions, and the effects of mental health on physical activity.
ssturino@umich.edu
Jimmy Xiao, B.S.
Jimmy earned his B.S. in Movement Science from the University of Michigan and is certified as an NSCA Strength and Conditioning Specialist and ACSM Exercise Physiologist. His focus centers on translating health behavior research and practical coaching experience into scalable solutions within industry and entrepreneurship. In the future, he hopes to pursue a PhD that will help him positively impact the intersection of health, technology, and psychology to the fullest.
jimaroni@umich.edu
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Yingjia (Belle) Liu
Research interests focus on affective and motivational processes underlying health-related behaviors, particularly the role of urges in shaping behaviors such as physical activity among adults and fluid intake among patients with kidney stones.
belleliu@umich.edu
Melissa Frederick
PhD student in Movement Science, University of Michigan; M.S. Movement Science (UM), B.S. Exercise Science (Eastern Michigan University); Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM, since 2023). Studies how diagnostic and socio-ecological factors shape long-term exercise decisions in people with chronic disease.
siemenme@umich.edu
Catherine Sukpraphrute
Studies the sipIT mechanism as a potential non-pharmacological pain-management strategy for young adults with Sickle Cell Disease. B.S. Movement Science (minor, Sociology of Health & Medicine), University of Michigan; pursuing an M.P.H. in Epidemiology.
csukpra@umich.eduLeland Branco
Leland Branco is an undergraduate Movement Science student at the University of Michigan with a minor in Computer Science. He is interested in the intersection of physical activity, human performance, health analytics, and technology, particularly how data can be used to better understand and improve health and movement. Outside of academics, Leland is involved with Michigan Club Pickleball, College Mentors for Kids, and Greek Life, and enjoys staying active through all sports and fitness. He hopes to pursue a career that combines movement science, data, and technology to promote healthier and more active lives.
branco@umich.edu
Mira Fayad
MATCH AIM & TRY AIM studies. Movement Science, U-M. From Dearborn, MI. Plans to attend medical school.
fayadm@umich.edu
Emma Gyarmati
TRY AIM Trials. Applied Exercise Science, U-M. From Bloomfield Hills, MI. Plans to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
emmagyar@umich.edu
Megan Higley
Therabody study. Movement Science, U-M. From Shelby Township, MI. Plans to become a physician.
mjhigs@umich.eduAliya Kurian
Movement Science student at U-M, working on the Match AIM & Try AIM trials. Plans to pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
akurian@umich.edu
Arielle Levine
Pursuing a B.A. in Communications and Media. From Baltimore, MD. Plans a career in public affairs.
ariellel@umich.edu
Tej Menon
TRY AIM Trials. Movement Science, U-M. From Oak Park, IL. Plans to pursue medicine and public health.
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Eleanor Ondo
Ellie is a junior studying Applied Exercise Science. After graduating, she hopes to pursue a career as a physician assistant.
eondo@umich.eduEmily Prell
Emily Prell is a research assistant in the Motivation Lab at the University of Michigan. Emily is currently a senior studying Movement Science in the School of Kinesiology. She is originally from Milford, Michigan. Emily plans on attending Northeastern University for her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, with hopes of working in acute care rehabilitation. In her free time, Emily enjoys playing lacrosse, traveling, and baking.
Jordin Sagastume
TRY AIM & MATCH AIM studies. B.A. Psychology, U-M. From Silver Spring, MD. Plans to pursue a PhD.
sjordin@umich.edu