Angela Ridgel

Angela Ridgel is a Professor in Exercise Science/Physiology and Associate Director of the Brain Health Research Institute at Kent State University. Her research focuses on neurorehabilitation interventions for Parkinson's disease using innovative technologies such as adaptive cycling systems and virtual reality.

Research highlights include:

• Patient-specific adaptive cycling protocols for motor symptom improvement
• Impact of exercise on non-motor symptoms and quality of life
• Neurophysiological mechanisms of exercise benefits
• Development of patented rehabilitation technologies

She collaborates with University Hospital, Case Western Reserve University, and Cleveland VA Medical Center. Her NIH-funded work has produced significant patents in rehabilitation technology and multiple teaching awards including EHHS Distinguished Faculty Researcher (2020).