معرفی
Scott M Hayes is a researcher affiliated with The Ohio State University, with significant contributions to cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, and exercise physiology. His academic journey began at Skidmore College (Biology, Psychology), followed by a doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Neuropsychology) at the University of Arizona, and an NRSA-funded postdoctoral fellowship in cognitive neuroscience-clinical neuropsychology at Duke University's Center for Cognitive Neuroscience.
Hayes' research focuses on the intersection of physical activity and cognitive function, particularly through neuroimaging techniques like MRI and fMRI. His work examines how acute aerobic exercise impacts cerebral blood flow, pattern separation, sustained attention, and inhibition in both young adults and older populations. Additional interests include brain connectivity disruptions in traumatic brain injury, neurobiological changes in PTSD, and the relationship between cognitive reserve, gait speed, and executive function in aging populations.
His recent publications (2023-2024) emphasize exercise-induced neural adaptations, while earlier work (2009-2016) concentrated on PTSD neurobiology and brain injury. Collaborations with institutions like Duke University and the Bryan Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center highlight his interdisciplinary approach. Though no scientific awards are explicitly mentioned, his editorial contributions and network connections underscore his academic engagement.
Hayes' research group explores interventions to mitigate cognitive decline through physical activity, with implications for aging, mental health, and neurodegenerative disorders. His work has been published in journals including the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, and NeuroImage.
