Our Team

Dr. Dalton Wolfe, PhD
Scientist, Parkwood Institute
Assistant Professor, School of Health Studies, Western University
Dr. Wolfe leads the Research2Practice team, reflecting his passion for redefining how researchers work with practitioners and patients to generate knowledge while improving clinical outcomes. Primary research interests include knowledge mobilization and best-practice implementation in physical activity, therapy, and self-management. Outside work, Dalton enjoys music, nature, and curling.

Dr. Stephanie Marrocco, PhD
Lecturer, Western University
Research Coordinator, Parkwood Institute
Stephanie's research focuses on enhancing access and participation in physical activity through development, implementation and evaluation of adapted programming for persons with mobility challenges. Stephanie aims to promote high-quality programming and experiences in sport and exercise. Being a true northerner, Stephanie loves hockey, hiking, and camping.

Hannah Burns
Kinesiology Student, Western University
Para Athlete/Coach
Hannah is a Research Assistant with the AdaptAbility Team. As a passionate para athlete and coach, she brings first-hand experience to her work in improving access to para sport and physical activity for individuals with disabilities. Hannah has represented Canada in para swimming and now coaches in London.

Dr. Laura Misener, PhD
Professor & Director, School of Kinesiology, Western University
Dr. Misener's research explores how sport and events can drive social change, especially by advancing community accessibility and social inclusion for persons with disabilities. Her community-based work emphasizes safe sport practices through strong governance, strategic policy, and a focus on human rights and social justice.

Alexandra Couto
MA Student, Kinesiology, Western University
Alexandra is a current Masters of Kinesiology student at Western University with a research focus on athlete identity during the transition out of sport, particularly during or following university graduation. Outside of her academic work, she is a multi-sport coach and enjoys being involved in projects that aim to benefit her community, with AdaptAbility London being one of them.

Dr. M. Blair Evans, PhD
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Western University
With training focused on social influences in physical activity, Dr. Evans brings a passion for applying psychological principles to real-life settings. Within disability sport, Dr. Evans collaborates with researchers, athletes, coaches, and leaders to understand and enhance an 'optimal' sport experience.

Adnan Shabbir
Research Assistant, Parkwood Institute
Adnan works with the Research2Practice Team, focusing on promoting physical activity among individuals with disabilities. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Western University in 2025. Outside the lab, Adnan enjoys working as a Strength and Conditioning Coach, playing tennis, and traveling.
