Team Members

Thesis Supervisor

09/2015 - present Shea, K. Pan-Canadian environmental scan of physical activity resources and programs for adult cancer survivors. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada.

05/2015 – 08/2016 Roach, L. Project PLaY (Physical Literacy in the early Years): Examining the effects and relative enjoyment of structured and play-based fundamental movement skill interventions in preschool children. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada. (Recipient of the Nova Scotia Innovation and Research Entrance Graduate Scholarship - $10,000).

09/2012 – 12/2014  Lawrence, L. Identifying environments associated with physical activity and sedentary behaviour in older colorectal cancer survivors. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada. (Recipient of School of Health and Human Performance graduate entrance award - $10,000; Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute Trainee Award - $10,000 and Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation Graduate Award - $10,000; CIHR Training Grant in Population Intervention for Chronic Disease Prevention – monetary award declined; 2013 The Quest, the John Ruedy

09/2011 – 12/2014 Gravelle, T. A pilot study of resistance exercise frequency in breast and ovarian cancer survivors. MSc, Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada.

09/2012 - present: Woodside, M. Embracing physical activity during end-of-life care in adolescents and young adults. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada (09/2012). (Recipient of the Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute – Cancer Research Traineeship, $17,850/year for 2 years)

09/2012 - present: Lawrence, L. Correlates of physical activity in elderly colorectal cancer patients. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada. (Recipient of School of Health and Human Performance graduate entrance award - $10,000; Beatrice Hunter Cancer Research Institute Trainee Award - $10,000 and Nova Scotia Health Research Foundation Graduate Award - $10,000; CIHR Training Grant in Population Intervention for Chronic Disease Prevention – monetary award declined).

09/2011 - present: Gravelle, T. Optimal exercise frequency for breast cancer survivors. MSc, Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada.

09/2011 – 08/2013: Burrows, J. Are We Just Playing Games? Examining the Motor Skill and Physical Activity Benefits of Two After School Programs. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia Canada. (Recipient of Canada Graduate Scholarship Master's Awards administered by CIHR - $17,500 and Scotia Masters Scholarship administered by NSHRF - $10,000; BrightRed Graduate Research Award Application - $5000)

09/2010 – 08/2012: Celine, A. Yoga’s effect on quality of life and psychological distress in social network members of cancer survivors. MSc, Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2010 - 06/2013: Tyrrell, A. Physical activity and ovarian cancer in Nova Scotia: Survivor preference, determinants and relationship with quality of life. MA, Health Promotion, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada. (Recipient of NSHRF graduate studentship - $10,000)

Thesis Co-Supervisor

09/2013 – present: Soucy, K. TBD. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2013 – present: Bourdon, A. Exercise-induced cardioprotection and attenuation of cardiotoxicity in anthracycline-treated cancer patients. MSc. Kinesiology, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Sciences, Dalhousie University, Nova Scotia, Canada.

2011 – 08/2013: Adams, J. The effects of motor imagery on strength performance. MSc, Kinesiology. School of Health and Human Performance. Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada (09/2010 – 08/2013).

09/2016 – 04/2017 Gibb, L. Gender differences in locomotor and object control fundamental movement skills in Nova Scotian children between 8-12 years of age. . Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. (Co-Supervisor: Dr. Michelle Stone)

09/2014 – 04/2015 Abraham, E. The impact of a yoga intervention on email apnea and the stress response related to work related email. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. (Co-Supervisor: Dr. Scott Grandy)

09/2014 – 04/2015 Linde, E. The Feasibility and efficacy of using the Xbox KinectTM to improve balance scores in children ages 6-12 years. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2014 – 04/2015 Robertson, K. Comparison of the impact of yoga versus aerobic activity on perceived stress and salivary cortisol levels in a sedentary university population. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. (Co-Supervisor: Dr, Scott Grandy)

09/2014 – 04/2015 Shea, K. Physician needs and preferences for information about long-term follow-up and survivorship care for survivors of childhood cancer. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

05/2014 – 08/2014 Tan, J. The impact of an individually tailored and structured strength training program on the self-efficacy of women diagnosed with breast cancer. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2013 – Present: Steele, J. Trait anxiety in relation to injury prevalence and injury severity in varsity and club athletes: A prospective study. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2012 – 04/2013: Mayo, A. Comparison of the exercise performance of varsity athletes as an effect of extrinsic motivational scenarios. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2012 – 04/2013: Melong, C. A comparison of balance performance and adherence rates when using the Wii Fit versus a standardized training program in a healthy university population. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2012 – 04/2013: Wilton, S. Perceived enjoyment and confidence in novice Zumba participants: A comparison of Wii Zumba and class-based Zumba in female undergraduate students. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2011 – 04/2012: Soucy, K. Assessment of metal skill proficiency and injury incidence in a population of varsity athletes. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2011 – 04/2012: White, M. Using a smart phone application to help physically inactive university students become active through short bouts of exercise. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

09/2009 – 04/2010: Jakob, A. The impact of interactive gaming on adherence to a cycling program. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. (Recipient of MJ Ellis Undergraduate Award)

09/2008 – 04/2009: Baillie, J. The relationship between exercise and cortisol response after a 6 week exercise intervention in breast cancer survivors. Kinesiology Honours, School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health Professions, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.