An assistant professor specializing in exercise psychology and cognitive neuroscience, with a PhD from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Research focuses on acute and chronic effects of physical activity on brain function, cognition, and academic performance in children. Published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals and secured multiple grants, including funding from the Spencer Foundation. Teaches courses in sport psychology and cognitive kinesiology at Purdue University. Serves as a review editor for Frontiers in Cognition and editorial board member for the Asia Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology.