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Shannon Ringenbach is an Associate Professor at Arizona State University's College of Health Solutions, leading the Sensorimotor Development Research Lab. Her work focuses on Assisted Cycle Therapy (ACT) for neurological populations including Down syndrome, ADHD, ASD, and stroke survivors.
- Ph.D. in Motor Control/Motor Development, Purdue University (1998)
- M.Sc. in Human Biodynamics, McMaster University (1993)
- B.Pe., McMaster University (1991)
Research interests span motor-cognitive interactions, neurological rehabilitation, and physical activity interventions. ACT studies show improvements in executive function, manual dexterity, and cardiorespiratory fitness across neurodiverse populations.
Recent publications highlight ACT applications for sleep disorders, motor planning, and cognitive enhancement in Down syndrome. Awards include NASPSPA's Excellence in Research (2015), Devils Advocates' Apple Polisher (2015), and multiple ASU teaching recognitions.
- 2018 Outstanding Educator of the Year
- 2016 Outstanding Doctoral Mentor nomination
- 2015 Excellence in Research Award
- 2014 Super Mentor, BUILDing SCHOLARS Grant
She teaches KIN 345 (Motor & Developmental Learning) and KIN 422 (Motor Control/Spcl Populations), advising Barrett Honors theses and graduate researchers. Her lab integrates neuroscience with clinical interventions, supported by NIH and World Down Syndrome Congress grants.
