CRIR-HJR Scientific Conference – May 22, 2025 | Jason Neva, Ph.D.: From Pedals to Pathways: How acute exercise shapes neuroplasticity, motor learning and future rehabilitation

When: 22 May 2025 12:00 to 22 May 2025 13:00

Where: Conference in English, in hybrid mode:
◼️ In person: Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital, Room D 1004 - Research Department main area | Please confirm your presence: Mireia.Carrillo.cissslav@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
or
◼️ Virtual: On Zoom. Please register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DkpH3EYbRn66cKY5dGKj2Q

Scientific conference presented by the CRIR-Jewish Rehabilitation Hospital (JRH), CISSS de Laval as part of the HJR’S “Talking Research” Series.

Presentations by researchers or postdoctoral fellows on the findings of their research projects.

  

 

speaker

Jason Neva, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor
School of Kinesiology and Physical Activity Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Université de Montréal
Researcher and Laboratory Director, Research Center of the Montreal Geriatrics Institute

 

 

 

education:

• BSc & MSc (York University, Kinesiology & Health Science). Research focus: behavioural motor learning.
• PhD (University of Waterloo, Kinesiology). Research focus: neuroplasticity mechanisms relating to motor training and aerobic exercise using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
• Postdoctoral fellowship (University of British Columbia, Physical Therapy). Research focus: neurorehabilitation in clinical populations (e.g., stroke, Parkinson’s disease).

Research Interests:

• Brain mechanisms that support motor learning.
• Impact of interventions (e.g., acute exercise, TMS) on neuroplasticity mechanisms and motor learning.
• Development of interventions to improve motor function in individuals with stroke and other neurodegenerative conditions.

 

CONFeRENCE abstract

“From Pedals to Pathways: How acute exercise shapes neuroplasticity, motor learning and future rehabilitation”

This talk explores the transformative impact of acute aerobic exercise on the brain and behavior. We will discuss recent findings demonstrating how specific exercise intensities and types critically shape neuroplasticity and motor learning, and uncover the underlying neurophysiological and behavioral mechanisms supporting these effects. The presentation will conclude with a discussion of the tangible potential for clinical applications, including enhancing outcomes and improving rehabilitation in aging and neurological conditions like stroke

 

 

Question and registration to attend:  Mireia.Carrillo.cissslav@ssss.gouv.qc.ca