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PhD Candidate | M.S. & M.A., CSCS*D, ACSM CEP & EP-C, CPT
About Me
Ying-Chu Chen has received his Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in International Sinology Studies at National Taiwan Normal University in 2011, and he completed another Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Exercise and Health Sciences at the University of Taipei in 2021. In 2024, he is the PhD candidate in Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences at National Taiwan Normal University. In addition, he is also the NSCA distinguished certified strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS*D), ACSM certified exercise physiologist and certified clinical exercise physiologist (ACSM-EP-C & ACSM-CEP) & certified personal trainer (CPT).
- Physcial Activity and Cognitive Neuroscience
- Acute Exercise and Cognitive Function
- Strength and Conditioning
- Transdiscipline Research
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PhD Candidate, Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
National Taiwan Normal University
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PhD Student, Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
National Taiwan Normal University
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Master of Science in Exercise and Health Sciences
University of Taipei
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Master of Arts in International Sinology Studies
National Taiwan Normal University
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Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Literature
National Chengchi University
In the realm of research, Ying-Chu Chen is devoted to examining the influence of exercise and sports on behavioral performance, psychological well-being, and brain function in humans. His research primarily falls within the interdisciplinary domains of exercise psychology, exercise physiology, physical activity and cognitive function, and exercise and cognitive neuroscience. This exploration is achieved by integrating principles from sport psychology, exercise psychology, and cognitive neuroscience.
From an academic training perspective, Ying-Chu Chen utilizes advanced techniques such as event-related potentials (ERP) in electroencephalography (EEG), structural magnetic resonance imaging (sMRI), and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). Adopting a cognitive neuroscience approach, Chen investigates cognitive processing in the general population and special population within the context of physical activity, exercise, and sports. These methodologies are essential for uncovering the cognitive processing mechanisms underlying these activities.
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恭喜陳映竹榮獲114學年度呂聯宗呂王敏華夫婦獎助學基金！呂聯宗學長勉勵學弟妹在AI時代應具備跨域學習能力，並傳承「飲水思源」的精神。Congratulations to Ying-Chu Chen for receiving the 114th Academic Year Lu Lien-Tsung & Lu Wang Min-Hua Scholarship! Alumnus Mr. Lu encouraged students to embrace interdisciplinary learning in the AI era and to always remember their roots.
Dec 26, 2025
恭喜陳映竹榮獲2025 TOEFL ITP 高等教育學術研究獎學金！此項殊榮旨在肯定其在學術研究上的投入與卓越成果。頒獎典禮於2025年12月20日假台北101 SPACE 88舉行，與其他優秀得獎者共享榮耀。Congratulations to Ying-Chu Chen for receiving the 2025 TOEFL ITP Higher Education Academic Research Scholarship! This prestigious award acknowledges her dedication and significant achievements in academic research. The award ceremony took place on December 20, 2025, at Taipei 101 SPACE 88.
Dec 20, 2025
恭喜陳映竹榮獲2025第九屆師大運動文青獎英文散文組第二名！得獎作品為〈Breaking Limits: The Profound Impact of Weight Training on Personal Growth〉。頒獎典禮於2025年12月18日假臺師大體育館金牌講堂舉行。Congratulations to Ying-Chu Chen for winning 2nd Place in the English Prose category at the 9th NTNU Sports Literature and Photography Award! Her winning piece is titled 'Breaking Limits: The Profound Impact of Weight Training on Personal Growth'. The award ceremony took place on December 18, 2025.
Dec 18, 2025
陳映竹於114學年度第一學期積極參與國立臺灣師範大學圖書館舉辦的自主英語學習讀書會。本學期主題為具高度跨領域性質的「Cybernetics」（模控學），並由博士候選人 Richard McLawhorn 擔任帶領人。此次讀書會深入探討了系統中的控制與溝通、回饋迴路（Feedback Loops）及自我調節機制等核心概念。在 Richard 的專業引導下，陳映竹展現了高度的投入，不僅克服了學術英語中抽象詞彙與複雜理論的挑戰，更積極參與關於人機互動與系統思考的討論。透過每週的文本閱讀與深度對話，她不僅提升了運用英語進行邏輯辯證的能力，更從模控學的角度重新審視跨學科問題，成功拓展了學術視野並強化了批判性思考能力。Ying-Chu Chen actively participated in the Library Autonomous English Learning Study Group hosted by the NTNU Library during the first semester of the 114th academic year. Under the guidance of Ph.D. Candidate Richard McLawhorn, the group explored the complex theme of 'Cybernetics.' Ying-Chu engaged deeply with concepts such as feedback loops and system theory, significantly enhancing her academic English proficiency and interdisciplinary thinking.
Dec 15, 2025
The 2025 "Shaping the Future of Bilingual Collaboration: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning" seminar, organized by the NTNU EMI Teaching Resource Center, marks a significant milestone in advancing bilingual education and EMI practices. As part of this seminar, Steve Ying-Chu Chen demonstrated his expert approach to EMI instruction, showcasing innovative teaching strategies that bridge theory and practice in exercise science and cognitive neuroscience. This demonstration highlights the intersection of translanguaging, equity, and critical global competence within the EMI framework.
Oct 17, 2025