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CMAH LAB Staff
Lab Director
Leah Robinson, Ph.D., FACSM
B.S. - Physical Education & Biology, North Carolina Central University, 2000
M.S. - Sport and Exercise Science, The Ohio State University, 2002
Ph.D. - Sport and Exercise Science, The Ohio State University, 2007
Research Interests: Using evidence-based interventions that are grounded in Achievement Goal Theory to promote motor skills acquisition, physical activity, and physical health & development in preschool- and school-age children.
Lab Coordinator
Tannaz (Taz) Sabet, M.A.
B.S. - Social Psychology York University, Toronto
M.A.- Counseling Psychology, Adler University
Postdoctoral Fellow
Stephanie Palmer, Ph.D.
B.S. - Psychology, Southeast Missouri State University
M. Ed. - Exercise Science, Southern Illinois University
Ph.D. - Movement Science, University of Michigan, 2024
Research Interest: I am interested in motor skill development, factors that
influence motor skill development, and the role of motor skill development in
supporting other aspects of child development in children with and without
developmental disabilities. I am a personal trainer and fitness instructor and I have
worked as a behavioral therapy implementer for children with Autism.
Doctoral Candidates/Students
Leesi George-Komi
B.S. ED - Exercise and Sport Science, University of Georgia, 2018
M.S. - Clinical Exercise Physiology, University of Georgia, 2021
Ph.D. - Kinesiology, University of Michigan (Expected Graduation: 2025)
Research Interest: Supporting children to develop greater perceptions of their
motor competence and improve their motor development as well as the impact of
psychological factors (e.g., anxiety, depression) on motor development and health
outcomes.
Undergraduate Research Assistants
John Adams
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Undecided
John is fascinated with numbers and analyzing data, it is a fascinating puzzle that constantly challenges his mind. Over the years, he has had the privilege of coaching and mentoring talented young children, nurturing their potential, and helping them develop essential skills. He is eager to combine his passion for numbers and his experience with tutoring to be a positive influence on future generations. While his major remains undeclared, John is excited to explore academic paths that allow him to delve into the fields of data analysis and kinesiology.
Daley Elizabeth Fitzpatrick
Graduation Year: 2026
Major: International Studies , Spanish
Daley is passionate about understanding the impact of motor skill development on various aspects of life and longevity, which aligns with her goal of attending medical school. Her extensive service work in Peru, Tanzania, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico City has fueled her commitment to ensuring that people, especially those in poverty, feel cared for and supported. Through her involvement in the CMAH lab, Daley is dedicated to further understanding how motor skill development can positively influence individuals throughout their lives.
Olivia Angela Henn
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Undecided
Olivia has a passion for working with children and studying childhood development. During the school year, she enjoys volunteering in the Ann Arbor community to support the Special Olympics, the University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, and the Alzheimer’s Association. Through her involvement in the CMAH lab, she hopes to gain a deeper understanding of health concerns and intervention methods for youth populations and apply this knowledge to pursue a career in pediatric dentistry.
Sophia Leone
Graduation Year: 2026
Major: Applied Exercise Science
Sophia is fascinated by anatomy, the human body, and psychological developments occurring across the lifespan. Her passion for such was discovered through her own experience with physical therapy as a child. Over the years, she has gained hands-on experience from interning at a pediatric physical therapy practice and volunteering at a geriatric rehabilitation facility. She one day hopes to foster a clinical environment that allows children to form the same positive relationship with physical therapy as she once had .
Charlotte Meeker
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Movement Science
Charlotte is passionate about the intersection of movement and health, and having experience working with children, is excited to explore child development and movement further while assisting in the CMAH lab. She hopes to combine her passion for working with kids with her interest in health and medicine by pursuing a career as a physician assistant, with a potential focus on pediatrics.
Adelaide Rose Shaver
Graduation Year: 2027
Major: Undecided
Adelaide is passionate about working with children, whether through tutoring, helping in after-school programs, or babysitting. She is excited to learn more about child development and movement while assisting with the CMAH lab. Adelaide hopes to apply what she learns in the lab to medical school and eventually to working in pediatrics.
Megumi (Daniela) Shimazaki Ito
Graduation Year: 2028
Major: Movement Science
Daniela grew up participating in a variety of sports and enjoys staying active. She has a passion for working with children in settings such as coaching and tutoring. She is eager to gain valuable research experience and expand her knowledge of the critical factors that influence child movement and development. Her long-term interests include pursuing a career in pediatric care, either in medicine or dentistry.
Past Graduate/Undergraduate Students
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