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Ph.D. Candidate | M.S. & M.A., CSCS*D, ACSM CEP & EP-C, CPT
About Me
Steve 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, weight training, and fitness assessment
- 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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On May 7, 2026, Ying-Chu Chen reflected on the lasting impacts of the Fulbright Taiwan EMI Overseas Professional Training Workshop held at Arizona State University (ASU). This reflection centers on integrating English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) methodologies—specifically through translanguaging and educational equity—into modern, globally connected classrooms to bridge complex scientific domains with bilingual instruction.
May 7, 2026
為了持續精進 English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) 授課技巧，我在 2026 年 4 月 9 日透過國立臺灣師範大學英語學術素養中心 (NTNU CAL)，與語言學專業顧問 Kaiva 進行了一對一線上諮詢，專注於改善學術口說的發音、語調與音高控制。
Apr 9, 2026
I am honored to announce my appointment as an Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Leisure Management at Taipei City University of Science and Technology. This semester, I will be teaching 'Fitness Instructor Advising' and 'Guide for Weight Training,' bridging the gap between empirical sports science and real-world application.
Mar 3, 2026
From January 25 to February 7, 2026, Steve Ying-Chu Chen participated in the Fulbright Taiwan EMI Overseas Professional Training Workshop. Held at Arizona State University (ASU), this program provided an intensive look at English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) through the lens of translanguaging and educational equity. Steve explored how to effectively bridge complex scientific domains—such as exercise science and cognitive neuroscience—with bilingual instruction, fostering a classroom environment that is both academically rigorous and globally connected.
Jan 25, 2026
恭喜陳映竹榮獲國家運動科學中心（TISS）115年度「博士生研究獎學金」！此獎項旨在培育運動科學與科技頂尖人才，全台僅選出四位優秀博士生。映竹以「急性中等強度連續運動搭配血流限制」之研究計畫脫穎而出。Congratulations to Ying-Chu Chen for receiving the 2026 Taiwan Institute of Sports Science (TISS) Doctoral Research Scholarship! This prestigious award, granted to only four students nationwide, supports outstanding PhD candidates specializing in sports science and technology.
Jan 16, 2026