Dr. Adriana Rios Rincon

Associate Professor

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Biography

Adriana Rios Rincon is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Alberta. She holds a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Alberta, as well as a Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences from the Universidad de los Andes, and a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from the Universidad Nacional De Colombia. Her academic focus lies in the role of assistive technologies in enhancing functioning, capacity, and social participation for individuals with disabilities. She is particularly interested in developing new assistive technologies that are low-cost yet high-quality, and researching their effects on occupational performance and social inclusion. Rios Rincon is affiliated with the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital and Alberta Health Services, where she explores innovative technology such as serious games and robotics to support engagement for people with disabilities. She is also a graduate supervisor and actively teaches several modules in her field.

Research Interests

Courses

OCCTH 543 - Student Selected Module OCCTH 599 - Independent Study

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management