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Prof Jin-Hong YAN
Position: Associate Professor
Address: G09 Kwok Sports Building,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
Shatin, N.T., HONG KONG
Telephone: (852) 3943 6094
Email: jhyan@cuhk.edu.hk


EDUCATION

B.Ed., Guangzhou Physical Education Institute, PRC,
M.Ed., Guangzhou Physical Education Institute, PRC,
M.A., San Jose State University, USA,
Ph.D., Arizona State University, USA,
Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Arizona State University, USA.

RESEARCH INTEREST

  • Lifespan motor and cognitive development
  • Motor control and learning


    • RECENT PUBLICATIONS

    1. Yan, J.H. (2010). Cognitive styles affect choise response time and accuracy. Personality and Individual Differences, 48, 747-751.

    2. Yan, J.H., Li, H., & Liao, Y. (2010). Developmental motor function plays a key role in visual search. Developmental Psychobiology, 5, 505-512.

    3. Yan, J.H., & Zhou, C. L. (2009). Effects of motor practice on cognitive disorders in older adults. European Review of Aging and Physical Activity, 6 (2), 67-74.

    4. Yan, J.H., Abernethy., B., & Li, X.J. (2009). The effects of aging and cognitive impairment on on- and off-line motor learning. Applied Cognitive Psychology, 24, 200-212.

    5. Yuan, J.J., Luo, Y.J., Yan, J. H., Meng, X. X.., Yu, F. Q., & Li, H. (2009). Neural correlates of the females' susceptibility to negative emotions: An insight into gender-related prevalence of affective disturbances. Human Brain Mapping, 30, 3676-3686.

    6. Qin, C.L., & Yan, J.H. (2008). Study on reactive judgment and confidence of tennis players. China Sport Science & Technology, 58, 108-113.

    7. Yan, J. H., Rountree, S., Massman, P., Doody, R., & Li, H (2008). Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment deteriorate fine movement control. Journal of Geriatric Research, 42, 1203-1212

    8. Yan, J. H. (2008). Movement disorders of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer disease. In Columbus, F. (Ed.), Alzheimer disease in the middle-aged. Nova Science Publishers.

    9. Yan, J. H., Abernethy, B., & Thomas, J. R. (2008). Developmental and biomechanical characteristics of motor skill learning. In Bartlett, R., & Hong, Y.L. (Eds.), Routledge handbook of biomechanics and human movement science. Routledge Press.

    10. Thomas, J. R., Thomas, K. T., & Yan, J. H. (2008). Measuring Growth and Motor Development. In G. Payne & P. Geng. (Eds.), Introduction to human motor development. Beijing, China: People’s Education Press.

    11. Yan, J.H., Rountree, S., Massman, P., Doody, R., & Li, H (2008). Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment deteriorate fine movement control. Journal of Geriatric Research.

    12. Yan, J.H., & Dick, M. B. (2006). Practice effects on motor control in healthy seniors and patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild Alzheimer’s disease. Aging, Neuropsychology, and Cognition, 13, 1-26.

    13. Yan, J.H., Rodriguez, W., & Thomas, J. R. (2005). Does data normality change as a function of practice? Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 76, 494-499.

    14. Yan, J.H., & McCullagh, P. (2004). Cultural influence on children’s motivation of participation in physical activity. Journal of Sport Behavior, 27, 1-13.

    15. Yan, J.H., & Jevas, S. (2004). Developmental skills in young girls’ underarm throwing. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 99, 39-47.

    16. Christensen, C.L., Payne, V.G., Wughalter, E.H., Yan, J.H., & Henehan, M. (2003). Effects of varying levels of physical activity on VO2 and psychomotor function of older men. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 74, 136-142.

    17. Yan, J.H., Thomas, K.T., Stelmach, G.E., & Thomas, J.R. (2003). Developmental differences in children’s ballistic aiming movements of the arm. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 96, 589-598.

    18. Yan, J.H., & Thomas, J.R. (2002). Arm movement control: Differences between children with and without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 73, 10-18.

    19. Yan, J.H. (2001). The relationship between reaction time and movement speed/accuracy. Sport Science, 21, 66-78.

    20. Yan, J.H. & Downing, J.H. (2001). Effects of aging, grip span, and grip style on hand strength. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 72, 68-74.

    21. Yan, J.H. (2000). The effects of aging on linear and curvilinear arm movement control. Experimental Aging Research, 26, 393-407.

    22. Yan, J.H., Hinrichs, R.N., Payne, V.G., & Thomas, J.R. (2000). Normalized jerk: A measure to capture developmental characteristics of young girls’ overarm throwing. Journal of Applied Biomechanics, 16, 196-202.

    23. Yan, J.H., V.G. Payne., & Thomas, J.R. (2000). Developmental kinematics of young females’ overarm throwing. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 71, 92-98.

    24. Yan, J.H., Thomas, J.R., Stelmach, G.E. & Thomas, K.T. (2000). Developmental features of rapid aiming arm movements across the lifespan. Journal of Motor Behavior, 32, 121-140.

    25. Thomas, J.R., Yan, J.H., & Stelmach, G.E. (2000). Movement characteristics change as a function of practice in children and adults. Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 75, 228-244.

    26. Yan, J.H. (1999). Tai Chi practice reduces movement force variability for seniors. Journal of Gerontology: Medical Sciences, 54A, M112-118.

    27. Yan, J.H., & Downing, J.H. (1998). Tai Chi: An alternative exercise form for seniors. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 6, 363-375.

    28. Yan, J.H., Thomas, J.R., & Downing, J.H. (1998). Meta-analysis of the influence of locomotion on spatial performance. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 87, 67-82.

    29. Yan, J.H. (1998). Tai Chi practice improves senior citizens’ balance and arm movement control. Journal of Aging and Physical Activity, 6, 271-284.

    30. Yan, J.H., Thomas, J.R., & Thomas, K.T. (1998). Practice variability facilitates children’s motor skill acquisition: A quantitative review. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 69, 210-215.

    31. Yan, J.H., & Thomas, J.R., & Stelmach, G.E. (1998). Aging and rapid aiming arm control. Experimental Aging Research, 24, 55-69.

    BOOKS
    1. Payne, V. G., Yan, J. H., & Martin, B. (2010). Human motor development in individuals with and without disabilities: An overview. Motor skills: Development, impairment, and therapy. Nova Science Publishers, USA.

    2. Thomas, J. R., Thomas, K. T., & Yan, J. H. (2008). Measuring Growth and Motor Development. In G. Payne & P. Geng. (Eds.), Introduction to human motor development. Beijing, China: People's Education Press.

    3. Yan, J. H., Abernethy, B., & Thomas, J. R. (2008). Developmental and biomechanical characteristics of motor skill learning. In Bartlett, R., & Hong, Y.L. (Eds.), Routledge handbook of biomechanics and human movement science (pp 565-580). Routledge Press.

    COURSES TAUGHT

    Post-graduate Programme:
    • Social and Cultural Influences on Physical Activities
    • Guided Studies
    • Research Methods in Physical Education
    • Research Project
    • Current Issues in Sports and Exercise Psychology
    Undergraduate Programme:
    • Sports and Exercise Psychology
    • Research Methods
    • Psychomotor Learning
    • Research Independent Project
    • Teaching Practice


    MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS

    • New York Academy of Sciences (1999-2001)

    • American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD)

    • Research Consortium (AAHPERD)

    • North American Society for Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA)

    • Motor Development Academy (AAHPERD)

    • Canadian Society of Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology (CSPLSP)

    • Western College Physical Education Society (WCPES) (2001-2003)

    • Chinese National Association of Psychology (CNAP) (2003-2005)

    HONOURS, AWARDS, AND LISTINGS

    • 2006 The recipient of Outstanding Professor, The California State University East Bay Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa.

    • 2005 The recipient of Excellence in Teaching Award. The California State University at East Bay.

    • 2002 Dr. G. Authur Broten Young Scholars Award. Western College Physical Education Society.

    • 2000 Research Excellence Awards. University of Houston/College of Education.

    • 1999 The Lolas E. Halverson Young Investigator Award (Motor Development Academy). National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE).

    • 1999 Fellow, Research Consortium. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD).

    • 1997 Research Consortium: Annual Graduate Student Award. American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (AAHPERD)
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