People

Chris Riehm, PhD
Assistant Professor
Director, SDL lab

Dr. Riehm studies human perception and action by combining virtual reality, full-body motion capture, and mobile Electroencephalography (EEG). He also employs advanced statistical techniques to characterize data generated from the brain and body, aiming to clarify the complex aspects of sensorimotor function that both enable human performance and cause debilitating injury. Chris is also interested in music and sound; his dissertation addressed the dynamics of sound localization behavior using VR and HRTF based spatialization. In his free time, Chris plays instruments, sings, builds virtual reality games and golfs.​​​​​​​

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Contact: criehm@emory.edu

Sam Kwak, PhD
Post Doctoral Fellow
 

Dr. Kwak uses principles of biomechanics to research ways to enhance human performance and optimize human health. He brings a wealth of experience in studying how human muscles and tendon behave under load.  He has a diverse skillset including experience with 3D motion analysis, ultrasound, machine learning, and has a focused interest in sports performance research.​​​​​​​​​​

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Contact: stkwak2@emory.edu

Andrew Schille, MS
Research Specialist 
 

Andrew is an expert in motion analysis, data management, and biomechanical data processing. Andrew has a passion for running and performs running gait analysis to determine optimal movement patterns for injury prevention and performance. Andrew is also trained in the implementation of neuromuscular training programs and lower extremity biomechanics, overseeing the execution of ACL injury assessments and training at Emory SPARC.

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Contact: andrew.schille@emory.edu

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Angela Skarpelis, MS, CSCS
Research Specialist 
 

Angela is an expert in coaching and program design and works to bridge the gap between research and practical applications of sport science to support athlete performance and reduce injury risk. As an Olympic weightlifting coach and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, she focuses on individual as well as team sport athletic development, designing programming with an emphasis on: movement quality and proficiency, tendon/joint resilience, periodization specific to the athlete and his/her competitive season, and, most importantly, relationship-building. Currently, Angela helps to facilitate data collection across a number of research studies and utilizes tools such as markerless motion capture, force plate testing, and dynamometry for biomechanical testing.

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Contact: askarpe@emory.edu

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Milan Jayesh Mistry
Research Assistant
 

Milan is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering on the pre-medical track at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His passion for service, innovation, and athletics led him to join Dr. Riehm’s Sensorimotor Dynamics Laboratory. With co-mentorship from Dr. Riehm and Dr. Russell Gore, Milan engages in research activities related to the Dynamic Assessment of Sensorimotor Health (DASH), with a focus on understanding applications in Concussion management and rehabilitation. Milan actively participates in service programs, leading events, and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle among his peers and the greater Atlanta community. In addition to his academic and service pursuits, he is a distance runner for the Georgia Tech Run Club. With a versatile skill set and a fearless approach to challenges, Milan consistently strives to push the boundaries of what is possible and make a lasting impact.

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Contact: mmistry30@gatech.edu

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