Louisa D. Raisbeck, PhD

University of North Carolina at Greensboro – Department of Kinesiology

1408 Walker Ave – Greensboro, NC 27412

Email: – Phone 336.256.0280

EDUCATION

Ph.D in Human Performance (Motor Learning and Control), Indiana University, Bloomington, IN (2004-2009)

M.S. in Motor Learning and Control, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN (2001-2004)

BSc. in Sport Science and Coaching, Nottingham Trent University, England (1997-2000)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor (2013-Present)

Department of Kinesiology, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

Assistant Professor (2009-2013)

Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI

  • Director of the Motor Behavior Lab
  • Taught Motor Learning and Control
  • Taught Motor Development
  • Taught Sport Psychology

Adjunct Faculty (2009 – 2013)

Department of Cognitive Learning Sciences, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI

  • Graduate advisor for Masters and Ph.D students

Adjunct Instructor (2008-2009)

Department of Kinesiology, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

  • Taught Motor Learning and Control

Graduate Teaching/Research Associate (2001-2008)

Department of Kinesiology, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN

  • Taught activity classes
  • Taught Lifetime Fitness
  • Taught Motor Learning and Control

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Department of Sport Science and Coaching, Lincoln, England

  • Assisted the undergraduate biomechanics professor
  • Conducted data collection and analysis

MANUSCRIPTS

  1. Diekfuss, J. A., & Raisbeck, L. D. (in press). Focus of attention in NCAA division 1 golfers. Journal of Motor Learning and Development.
  2. Slutsky, A.B., Diekfuss, J.A., Shih, C. H., Janssen, J.A., Berry, N.T., Wideman, L., Raisbeck, L.D.,Etnier, J.L. (in press). The effects of low-intensity cycling on cognitive performance following sleep deprivation. Physiology and Behavior.
  3. Raisbeck, L. D.Diekfuss, J. A.(2016). Verbal cues and attentional focus: A simulated target-shooting experiment. Journal of Motor Learning and Development, 5,(1), 148-159.
  4. Diekfuss, J. A., & Raisbeck, L. D. (2016). Focus of attention and instructional feedback from NCAA division 1 collegiate coaches. Journal of Motor Learning and Development 4(2), 262-273.
  5. Diekfuss, J. A., Ward, P., & Raisbeck, L. D.(2016). Attention, workload, and performance: A dual-task simulated shooting study. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology. 1-15.
  6. Raisbeck, L. D.,Diekfuss, J. A., Wyatt, W., & Shea, J. B. (2015). Motor imagery, physical practice, and memory: The effects on performance and workload. Perceptual & Motor Skills: Learning & Memory, 121, (3), 1-15.
  7. Raisbeck, L. D.,Suss,J.,Diekfuss, J. A., Petushek, E.,Ward,P. (2015). Skill-based changes in motor performance from attentional focus manipulations: A kinematic analysis. Ergonomics, 1-9.
  8. Raisbeck, L. D.,Diekfuss, J. A. (2015). Fine and gross motor skills: The effects on skill-focused dual-tasks. Human Movement Science. 43, 146-154.
  9. Raisbeck, L. D.,Regal, A., Diekfuss, J. A., Rhea, C. K., & Ward, P. (2015). Influence of practice schedules and attention on skill development and retention. Human Movement Science. 37, 100-106.
  10. Rhea, C. K., Kiefer, A. W., Wright, W. G., Raisbeck, L., & Haran, F. J. (2015). Interpretation of postural control may change due to data processing techniques. Gait & Posture. 41, 731-735.
  11. Roemer, K, & Raisbeck, L.D. (2015). Temporal dependency of sway during single leg stance changes with age. Clinical Biomechanics, 1, 66-70.
  12. Gomes, T. V., Ugrinowitsch, H., Marinho, N., Shea, J.B., Raisbeck, L.D. & Benda, R.H. (2014). Effects of Mental Practice in Novice Learners in a Serial Positioning Skill Acquisition. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 119, 2, 1-18.
  13. Raisbeck, L.D., Shea, J.B., & Wyatt, B. (2012) A Two Process Memory-Based Account for Mental and Physical Practice Differences. Journal of Motor Behavior.
  14. Shea, J.B., & Raisbeck, L.D. (2010). The mental practice paradox. In L. CapranicaR. Meeusen (Eds.), Sport Performance: A Lifespan Challenge. Taylor & Frances.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

  1. Schmitz R.J, Grooms D.R, Raisbeck L.D, Diekfuss J.A. Brain Functional Connectivity of Knee Extension Exercise Differs During External and Internal Foci of Attention. National Athletic Trainers’ Association Annual Meeting. Houston TX, June 27-29 2017, national conference, podium presentation
  2. Diekfuss, J. A., Slutsky, A. B., Grooms, D. R., Schmitz, R. J. & Raisbeck, L. D. The effects of an external focus on brain activation retention using functional magnetic resonance imaging. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, podium presentation.
  3. Diekfuss, J. A., Luther, M. B., Yamada, M., & Raisbeck, L. D. Focus of attention in distance runners. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, poster.
  4. Raisbeck, L. D., Diekfuss, J.A., Slutsky, A. B., Grooms, D. R., & Schmitz, R. J. A single session of balance board training with an external focus changes resting-state brain connectivity. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, poster.
  5. Slutsky, A. B., Diekfuss, J. A., Grooms, D. R., Schmitz, R. J. & Raisbeck, L. D. The impact of recent physical activity on baseline resting-state brain connectivity. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, podium presentation.
  6. Raisbeck, L. D., Diekfuss, J.A., Slutsky, A. B., Grooms, D. R., & Schmitz, R. J. Practicing a balance task with an internal focus increases resting-state connectivity in brain regions associated with balance. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, poster.
  7. Yamada, M., Diekfuss, J. A., & Raisbeck, L. D., The effect of motor imagery with different foci of attention in fine motor skill learning. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, San Diego, CA, June 4-7, 2017, national conference, poster.
  8. Anderson, T., Berry, N. T., Hiatt, W. A., Slutsky, A. B., Diekfuss, J. A., Janssen, J. A., Raisbeck, L. D., Etnier, J. L, & Wideman L. G. Cortisol awakening response predicts heart rate variability changes following sleep deprivation. Southeast American College of Sports Medicine, Greenville, SC, February 16-18, 2017, regional conference, under review.
  9. Diekfuss, J. A., Janssen, J. A., Slutsky, A. B., Berry, N. T., Etnier, J. L., Wideman, L., & Raisbeck, L. D. Sleep deprivation, attentional focus, and balance. Southeast American College of Sports Medicine, Greenville, SC, February 16-18, 2016, regional conference, poster.
  10. Horrell, B. A., Janssen, J. A., Slutsky, A. B., Berry, N. T., Diekfuss, J. A., Etnier, J. L, Raisbeck, L. D.,Wideman, L. D. Heterogeneity of the heart rate variability response to sleep deprivation. Southeast American College of Sports Medicine, Greenville, SC, February 16-18, 2016, regional conference, poster.
  11. Diekfuss, J. A., Grooms, D. R., Schmitz, R. J., Kraft, R., & Raisbeck, L. D. Attentional focus and fMRI: Brain activation during a leg movement task. Human Movement Science Research Symposium, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, February 26th, 2016, podium presentation.
  12. Stump, K. E., Diekfuss, J. A., Cochran, S. M., Wolverton, B. A., & Raisbeck, L. D. Dual-tasks and attentional spillover: A simulated shooting experiment. Human Movement Science Research Symposium, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, February 26th, 2016, poster.
  13. Diekfuss, J. A., Wolverton, B. A., Cochran, S. M., Luther, M. B., Rhea, C. K., & Raisbeck, L. D. Jump performance in patients with chronic ankle instability is enhanced when attention is focused externally. American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 2-5, 2016, national conference, poster.
  14. Diekfuss, J. A., Rhea, C. K, Karper, W., & Raisbeck, L. D. Balance control complexity and attentional focus in patients with fibromyalgia. American Society of Biomechanics, Raleigh, North Carolina, August 2-5, 2016, national conference, poster
  15. Diekfuss, J. A., Grooms, D. R., Schmitz, R. J., Kraft, R. & Raisbeck, L. D. The effects of attentional focus on brain activation when performing a leg flexion and extension task. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, June 15-18, 2016, national conference, podium presentation. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 38]
  16. Diekfuss, J. A., & Raisbeck, L. D. Focus of attention in NCAA division 1 collegiate athletes: A qualitative investigation. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, June 15-18, 2016, national conference, poster. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 38]
  17. Raisbeck, L. D., Diekfuss, J. A., & Stump, K. E. The effects of attention-demanding secondary tasks on the immediate and delayed retention of primary tasks. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, June 15-18, 2016, national conference, poster. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 38, S21]
  18. Diekfuss, J. A., Janssen, J. A., Slutsky, A. B., Berry, N. T., Etnier, J. L., Wideman, L., & Raisbeck, L. D. Sleep deprivation, balance control, and attentional focus. American College of Sports Medicine, Boston, MA, May 31-June 4, 2016, national conference, poster. [Abstract published in the Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise Supplement, 48]
  19. Slutsky, A. B., Diekfuss, J. A., Janssen, J. A., Berry, N. T., Etnier, J. L., Wideman, L., & Raisbeck, L. D. Low-intensity exercise counters deficits of sleep deprivation. American College of Sports Medicine, Boston, MA, May 31-June 4, 2016, national conference, poster. [Abstract published in the Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise Supplement, 48]
  20. Diekfuss, J. A., Rhea, C. K., Fairbrother, J. T., & Raisbeck, L. D. (2015). The effects of attentional focus instruction on postural sway. NorthAmericanSocietyforthePsychologyofSportandPhysicalActivity,Portland, Oregon, June 4-6, 2015, national conference, podium presentation. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 37, S21]
  21. Diekfuss, J. A., Stump, K. E., & Raisbeck, L. D. Focus of attention cue quantity and skilled performance: A simulated shooting experiment. NorthAmericanSocietyforthePsychologyofSportandPhysicalActivity,Portland, Oregon, June 4-6, 2015, national conference, poster. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 37, S36]
  22. Diekfuss,J.A.,Ward, P., &Raisbeck,L. D.Somatic anxiety and skill level: The effects on skilled performance.NorthAmericanSocietyforthePsychologyofSportandPhysicalActivity,Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 13-15, 2014, national conference, podium presentation. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 36, S27]
  23. Diekfuss,J.A.,Raisbeck,L. D.Cognitive perceptions of stressful complex motor tasks. NorthAmericanSocietyforthePsychologyofSportandPhysicalActivity,Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 13-15, 2014, national conference, podium presentation. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 36, S27]
  24. Diekfuss,J.A.,LaFave,C. C.,Suss,J.,Raisbeck,L. D.,Ward,P.Trynottothinkaboutit:Whyexpertshootersmisstheirmark.NorthAmericanSocietyforthePsychologyofSportandPhysicalActivity,NewOrleans,Louisiana,June13-15,2013, national conference, podium presentation. [Abstract published in the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Supplement, 35, S26]
  25. Regal, A., Ward, P. & Raisbeck, L. (2013). Skill acquisition and the influence of attentional focus and practice schedules. Presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, June 13-15th .
  26. Roemer, K.., Hamilton, S., & Raisbeck, L.D. (2013) Influence of age on balance initiation. Presented at presented at the 60th annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. May 28 – June 1, 2013
  27. Baute, K., Shea, J.B. & Raisbeck, L.D. (2012). Separate representations for mental and physical practice effects on movement timing. Presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, June 5th-11th .
  28. Chitale, A. Raisbeck, L.D.Shea, J.B. (2012). Mental practice benefits for memory retrieval. Presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, June 5th-11th .
  29. Hamilton.S., Raisbeck, L.D. & Roemer, K. (2012).The influence of repetitive loads on foot sensitivity and dynamic balance. Abstract presented at the 59th annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine, May 29th – June 2nd.
  30. Raisbeck, L.D.; Wyatt, B.W. & Shea, J.B. (2012). Motor task encoding and cognitive effort. Abstract presented at the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, June 5th-11th .
  31. Regal, A.B., Roemer, K., Petusheck, E. & Raisbeck, L.D.(2012). Influence of visual conditions and leg dominance on balance performance on unstable surfaces. Abstract presented at the 59th annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. May 29th – June 2nd.
  32. Nyenhuis, J.R., Raisbeck, L.D.Cokely, E.T. (2011) Costs and benefits of simplifying diet and exercise rule complexity. Paper presented at the 32th Annual Meeting of the Society for Judgment and Decision-Making, Seattle, WA. November 4th- 11th.
  33. Raisbeck, L.D. & Roemer, K. (2011). Influence of Age on Motor Control and Biomechanical Parameters of Human Movements. Presented at the annual congress of the European College of Sport Science, July 6th–9th.
  34. Raisbeck, L.D., Shea, J.B., & Wyatt, B. (2011). Motor task encoding and instructions to learn. Abstract presented at the annual meeting of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Burlington, Vermont, June 9th-11th.
  35. Nyenhuis, J.R., Cokely, E.T., & RaisbeckL.D.(2011). Costs and benefits of simplifying diet and exercise rule complexity. Abstract presented at the annual meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL, May 5th–7th.
  36. Raisbeck, L.D., Shea, J.B., & Wyatt, B (2010). The effects of mental practice when administered early and late in practice on the cognitive and motor components of a motor skill. Abstract presented at the annual meeting of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, Tuscon, Arizona, June 10th-12th.
  37. McCracken, C.M, Raisbeck, L.D., Stickford, J.S., Tecklenburg, S., Johnston J.D., and Stager J.M.(2008). Skeletal Muscle Mass of Highly Active Individuals as a Function of Physical Activity and Age. Abstract presented at the annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. Indianapolis, May 28th-31th.
  38. Raisbeck L.D., Stickford J., McCracken C.M., Tecklenberg S., Johnston J.D., Stager J.M. (2007). Total skeletal muscle mass, appendicular muscle mass, strength and power in Master Athletes. Abstract presented at the annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. New Orleans, May 30th – June 2nd.
  39. McCracken, C.M, Raisbeck, L.D., Stickford, J.S., Tecklenburg, S., Johnston J.D., and Stager J.M. (2007). Differences in Skeletal Muscle Mass Estimated by 24 hr Creatinine Excretion Across Age Groups in Masters Swimmers and the General Population. Abstract presented at the annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. New Orleans, May 30th – June 2nd.
  40. Raisbeck L.D., Johnston J.D. & Stager J.M. (2005). “Quality of Life, Health, and Well Being of Highly Active Individuals.” Abstract presented at the annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. Nashville, June 1th– 4th.
  41. Parry, T. E., Shea, J. B., Zhu, Q., & Raisbeck, L.D. (2005). Task Switching Effects of a Single Segment Stimulus on the Performance of a Multi-Segment Motor Task. Abstract presented at the annual meeting of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity. St Petersburg, June 9th – 11th
  42. Stager J.M., Johnston J.D., Raisbeck L.D.Benay F.J. (2005). “Biological Markers of Aging in Highly Active Adults.” Abstract presented at the annual meeting for the American College of Sports Medicine. Nashville, June 1th – 4th.
  43. Zhu, Q., Shea, J. B., Parry, T. E., & Raisbeck, L. D. (2005). Grouping Effects in Motor Task Switching. Abstract presented at the annual meeting of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity. St Petersburg, June 9th – 11th.

RESEARCH GRANTS (funded)

  1. UNCG: Neural Correlates of Effective Motor Transference following attentionally focused neuromuscular intervention.Role: co-PI. $10000
  2. Title: The effects of short-term attentional focus training on the retention of a motor skill.

Funding Agency: UNCG School of Health Sciences Research Excellence Grant. Role: PI. $5000

  1. Title: Neural Correlates of Effective Motor Transference following attentionally focused neuromuscular intervention.Role: PI. $5000
  2. Michigan Technological University (REF-MG). ‘Mentoring program for interdisciplinary research in motor learning”. Role: PI, 1 year $10,000
  3. Michigan Technological University (REF-RS). “Influence of age on motor control and biomechanical parameters of human movements”. Role: PI, 1 year, $26,831

RESEARCH GRANTS (not funded)

  1. NIH: Merging attentional focus and balance training to reduce fall risk in older adults

Funding Agency: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Aging (R15)

Project Period: June 1st 2017 to July 30th 2020. Amount Requested: $422,520

  1. NIH: Merging attentional focus and balance training to reduce fall risk in older adults

Funding Agency: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Aging (R15)

Project Period: October 1st 2016 to September 30th 2019. Amount Requested: $422,520

  1. NIH: Merging attentional focus and balance training to reduce fall risk in older adults

Funding Agency: National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Aging (R15)

Project Period: October 1st 2016 to September 30th 2018. Amount Requested: $422,520

  1. ACSM Visiting Scholar Award. American College of Sports Medicine. Role: PI, 1 year, $5000
  2. Michigan Space Grant Consortium. “The effects of acute detraining on postural sway after LBNP exposure”. Role PI: $15,000
  3. National Science Foundation: “A motor imagery encoding paradigm as a teaching and learning tool to enhance motor performance”. Role PI: $506,600
  4. National Institutes for Health (R-21). “The Importance of Knowledge of results for goal Attainment under Motor Imagery and Physical Practice Condition”. Role PI: $300,000
  5. NFL Charities. “Detection of changes in brain activity following head impacts in football”. Role:PI, $25,000
  6. USA Swimming. “Competitive swim start analysis”. Role: graduate research assistant, $80,000
  7. AAU/Bell-Updyke-Willett Kinesiology Research Fund, Indiana University. “Quality of Life and Health Status as a Function of Lifetime Physical Activity”. Role: Co-Investigator, $2000

INVITED NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL PRESENTATIONS

  1. Shea, J.B. & Raisbeck, L.D. (2010, February). The Mental Practice Paradox. Invited paper presented at the Sport Performance a Lifespan Challenge conference funded by the European Network for High Performance Sport and Education Rome, Italy.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  1. American Psychological Association (2009-present)
  2. American College of Sports Medicine (2005-present)
  3. European College of Sport Science (2011-present)
  4. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (2005-present)

COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT

2012-2013Chair Evaluation Committee (Chair)

2010-2013Departmental Graduate Program Committee

2011-2012Deapartmental Assessment Committee

2010-2013Academic Policy Committee

OTHER SERVICE

2012-2013REF Seed Grant Reviewer

2011-2013SFHI Cognate Reviewer

2010-2013Faculty Senate for the Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology

JOURNAL REVIEWER

Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport (2010 – present)

Perceptual and Motor Skills (2012 – present)

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