Juliana Parma

Juliana Parma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at San Francisco State University (SFSU). She holds a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from Auburn University, a Master's in Sports Science from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (Brazil), and a Bachelor's in Physical Education from the same institution. Her research focuses on motor learning mechanisms, particularly how motivation and neuropsychological factors influence skill acquisition and retention.

Her work employs neuroscientific methods to explore feedback processing, reward-related brain activity, and the impact of psychological pressure on motor performance. Key interests include self-controlled learning, enhanced expectancies, and the role of perceptions of success in optimizing motor skills.

Recent studies investigate the neural correlates of effortful practice, anxiety effects under pressure, and the influence of sedentary behaviors on cognitive control. Her research bridges cognitive neuroscience and applied kinesiology, emphasizing translational insights for athletic training and rehabilitation.

Teaching responsibilities include the course KIN 486: Motor Learning. No awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided text, though her extensive publication record highlights active engagement in peer-reviewed research.