Current Research
Research Assistant at Motion Adaptaion Science Lab
Currently researching optimal Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) timing when combined with muscle activation in order to create a clinically feasible FES system that can be readily implemented in hospitals and clinics for rehabilitation.
Publications
Sex differences in electrical activity of the brain during sleep: a systematic review of electroencephalographic findings across the human lifespan
Najima, S., Chapman, R., Tylinski Sant’Ana, T., Lee, C. C. K., Filice, F., Babineau, J., & Mollayeva, T. (2025). Sex differences in electrical activity of the brain during sleep: A systematic review of electroencephalographic findings across the human lifespan. BioMedical Engineering OnLine. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12938-025-01354-z (Co-first author)
Conferences
Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) Advancements: Exploring Equity in Diagnosis Conference
Chosen as a poster presenter and recipient of the AAIC Advancements: Fellowship Award, a competitive fellowship. Attended and presented original research at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) Advancements: Exploring Equity in Diagnosis in Chicago.
CRANIA 2024 Conference
Presented a poster at the CRANIA 2024 Conference in Toronto, titled 'Consideration of Social Parameters in Published Research on Sex Differences in Sleep Electroencephalography: A Systematic Review.' The presentation focused on the influence of social factors in sleep EEG research, contributing to a broader understanding of sex differences in this area.