Dr. Minoru Shinohara

Associate Professor

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Biography

Minoru Shinohara is an Associate Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at the Georgia Institute of Technology. His research focuses on physiological biomechanical mechanisms underlying human sensorimotor performance adaptations due to interventions and aging. With significant expertise in human neuromuscular control and the effects of aging, Shinohara has published widely on topics such as the neural drive to muscles, muscle shear modulus, and applications of machine learning in pose classification. Along with his research contributions, he engages in teaching and mentoring students, particularly in areas related to exercise physiology and biomechanics. Shinohara holds a PhD in Multidisciplinary Sciences from the University of Tokyo, where he also completed his master's and bachelor's degrees in Physical Education. He has received multiple awards for his contributions to the field, including Fellow status from the American College of Sports Medicine and the Research Award from the American Physiological Society.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow

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Dedicated and Outstanding Associate Editor

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Star Reviewer

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Research Award

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Research Career Enhancement Award

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Visiting Scholar Award

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Research Travel Award

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New Investigator Award

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.