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Karen Li is a Professor in the Psychology Graduate Program at Concordia University. She leads research in cognitive control processes that are crucial for multitasking in the context of healthy aging. Her studies investigate how older adults adapt to cognitive and sensorimotor declines through various strategies, particularly focusing on activities such as walking, balance, and cognitive load. Dr. Li is affiliated with the Centre for Research in Human Development and the engAGE Centre, which are dedicated to understanding aging from a multidisciplinary perspective. She is also a member of Team 12 at the Canadian Consortium on Neurodegeneration in Aging, where her research explores interventions like exercise and cognitive training aimed at improving cognition and mobility in older adults at risk of dementia. Her extensive publication record includes multiple peer-reviewed articles that contributes significantly to the fields of geriatrics and cognitive psychology, addressing the importance of executive functions and healthy aging in everyday tasks.
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