Neuroimaging & Health Research
Our research agenda centers on the promotion of physical activity for optimal brain health throughout the lifespan. The goal of this research is to prevent or delay the onset of neurodegenerative diseases via physical activity promotion. By targeting specific populations across the lifespan, and by starting in early childhood, our research promotes the cognitive, brain, and mental health of populations most in need, and improves the quality of life of individuals for years to come.
To achieve this overall goal, our research centers around the following unique populations:
- Children with developmental differences, such as obesity, ADHD, or early life stress
- Mid-life and menopausal women who are predisposed to stress and/or depression
- Healthy older adults, and older adults with neurodegenerative disease (i.e., People with Parkinson’s Disease)
We’re focused on making exercise a more enjoyable and cost-effective option to manage the stressors associated with daily life. By improving physical health, we aim to improve brain health throughout the lifespan. We use cardio-metabolic techniques, body composition scans, cognitive tasks, mental health assessments, and neuroimaging tools for our research.
Latest News
Congratulations, Michelle! - Congratulations to Doctoral Student Michelle Lim who was awarded one of URI’s Enhancement of Graduate Research Awards!
New Article Published! - Doctoral students Michelle Lim and Janis Gaudreau worked with Dr. Logan on a project identifying the benefits of after-school sports on physical and brain health. Published today in Exercise, Sport and Movement.
President Parlange visits the Logan Lab! - The Logan Lab had a great visit from President Parlange today! He saw our ABM Student-Athlete Cayla run a treadmill VO2max test in the HPL lab (operated by Haley, Kane, and Kelly), and our undergraduate student Maureen wearing an EEG cap in our Neuroimaging Lab (operated by Janis and Michelle). 
NE-ACSM in Springfield, MA - The Logan Lab traveled to the New England Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine (NE-ACSM) Fall Conference in Springfield, MA. Dr. Logan presented two seminars, while students Michelle, Janis, Steve, and Alex presented their graduate work. Great representation at NE-ACSM! 
Conference in Granada, Spain - Dr. Logan presented some of the lab’s latest research in Granada, Spain, at the II INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS “PROMOTING BRAIN HEALTH THROUGH EXERCISE ACROSS THE LIFESPAN”. 
September 2, 2024 - Welcome to the new graduate students in our lab! Janis Gaudreau and Haley Forbes start their PhDs this week, while Kane Woods and Cayla Cajilig start their Masters!