Research Discipline/Bio
I am a doctoral candidate in Applied Physiology at Columbia University, researching the psychological and physiological mechanisms underlying physical activity and sedentary behavior. My dissertation examines how momentary motivation states and psychological stress influence real-time physical activity. I led the translation and validation of the Korean CRAVE scale to assess motivation for movement and rest in cross-cultural contexts. My work bridges exercise psychology, public health, and behavioral science, contributing to real-time health monitoring and adaptive interventions. I bring a strong global perspective, having represented Korea at the UN General Assembly and supported public health efforts during the PyeongChang Winter Olympics. I also served as President of the Columbia Korean Graduate Student Association, leading academic and cultural programs. My goal is to develop culturally sensitive, evidence-based strategies for active lifestyles and psychological well-being.
Educational Background
Education Master of Applied Physiology, Applied Physiology, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2021.
Master of Applied Physiology, Applied Physiology, Teachers College, Columbia University, 2020.
Bachelor of Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, CHA University, 2019.
Honors/Awards
Teachers College Merit Scholarship, Columbia University, 2019–2023; Teachers College International Scholarship, Columbia University, 2021, 2022, 2023; SeolBong Scholarship (Merit), 2023; SMART Research Grant, Teachers College, 2024; Scholarship for Academic Excellence, CHA University, 2015–2017; Award of Academic Excellence, CHA University, 2015–2018.
Publications/Exhibitions
Kim, B., Stults-Kolehmainen, M. A., & Garber, C. E. (in progress). Translation, Psychometric Validation, and Reliability of the Korean Version of the CRAVE Scale (CRAVE-K) for Assessing Motivation States for Physical Activity and Sedentary Behavior. Manuscript in preparation.
Kim, B., Stults-Kolehmainen, M. A., & Garber, C. E. (in preparation). Relationship between Momentary Stress, Motivation States for Physical Activity and Instrumented Measures of Physical Activity. Manuscript in preparation.
Last Updated: Jun 24, 2025