Sam Logan

Sam Logan is an Associate Professor at Oregon State University in the School of Exercise, Sport, and Health Sciences, Department of Kinesiology. His research focuses on the health and well-being of typically developing children and children with disabilities, emphasizing the role of independent mobility in language, cognition, play interactions, and motor behaviors.

• PhD from Auburn University
• BS and MS from the University of Delaware
• Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Delaware, Department of Physical Therapy - Infant Motor Lab

His interdisciplinary work bridges Kinesiology, Psychology, and Pediatric Rehabilitation, with recent studies on assistive robotics (e.g., GoBot) and mobility equity for children with disabilities. He has contributed to understanding motor skill development, body mass index relationships in preschoolers, and the effectiveness of motor skill interventions.

Key trends in his publications include: assistive robotics for mobility enhancement, motor competence assessments, and the intersection of social justice with pediatric rehabilitation. His work often involves collaborations with physical therapists, educators, and engineers.

• Outstanding Graduate School Distinguished Dissertation Award (2012), Auburn University
• 2020 Margaret and Thomas Meehan Eminent Mentor Award

As an active researcher, Dr. Logan leads projects like the Modified Ride-on Car Study and the GoBabyGo! Program, advocating for mobility as a fundamental right. He is not currently accepting MS students but welcomes PhD candidates.