Patrick Monaghan

About Patrick Monaghan

Paddy received his Ph.D. in Kinesiology, focusing on motor control and biomechanics, from Auburn University. He is currently employed as a postdoctoral research fellow in the Neuroimaging and Neurorehabilitation Laboratory with Dr. Nora Fritz. In his work, he is focused on unraveling the intricate neural mechanisms governing movement and postural control, particularly in older adults and individuals with neurologic disorders. His research aims to understand why people have difficulty moving and balancing and how to use such understanding to prevent people from falling and develop neurorehabilitation techniques that enhance and optimize ambulation in the real world. His approach adopts a comprehensive perspective, encompassing neural, psychological, and disease-specific symptoms, to gain a holistic understanding of mobility impairments. By employing this well-rounded methodology, his research aims not only to identify sensitive measures that can predict fall risk but also to decipher key factors influencing real-world ambulation in older adult and neurologic populations. His long-term research goal is to improve mobility, physical function, and the quality of life in older adults and people with neurologic disorders by developing novel interventions targeting fall prevention and improved real-world ambulation.

Experience

1. Postdoctoral Researcher

   Wayne State University Eugene Applebaum College Of Pharmacy And Health Sciences

   Aug 2023 — Present · Detroit, MI, US

Education

• Colorado State University

  Master of Science - MS, Health and Exercise Science

• Auburn University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Kinesiology and Exercise Science

• Mississippi State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Kinesiology and Exercise Science