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Melissa Savage Data-verified
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High Impact
Assistant Professor
faculty
23 h-index
74 pubs
3,832 cited
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Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
Melissa Savage's research focuses on evidence-based practices and interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Her work investigates methods to improve physical activity levels, quality of life, and overall well-being in these populations. Savage has examined the experiences of adults with IDD in fitness programs, exploring their capabilities, opportunities, and motivational factors.
Her publications include a third-generation review on evidence-based practices for children, youth, and young adults with autism. Current projects involve exploring the use of supported self-management and wearable technology, such as Fitbits, to increase physical activity in adults with ASD and intellectual disability. Savage also has a research interest in wildlife conservation, with publications on otter species distribution, habitat suitability, and global conservation strategies.
Savage holds a h-index of 23 with over 3,800 citations across 73 publications. She collaborates with Jing-chuan Wu and Megan York. Her research network includes shared publications with researchers at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville and the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.
Metrics
- h-index: 23
- Publications: 74
- Citations: 3,832
Selected Publications
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Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PsycInfo). (2025)
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Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PubMed). (2025)
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Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (SPORTDiscus). (2025)
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Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CINAHL). (2025)
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Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Web of Science). (2025)
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Capability, opportunity, and motivation to engage in physical activity for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A scoping review (2024)
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
Kara Hume
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
5 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Step It Up: Increasing Physical Activity for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability Using Supported Self-Management and Fitbit Technology
- Examining physical activity and quality of life in adults with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
- Capability, opportunity, and motivation to engage in physical activity for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A scoping review
Brianne Tomaszewski
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
5 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Step It Up: Increasing Physical Activity for Adults With Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disability Using Supported Self-Management and Fitbit Technology
- Examining physical activity and quality of life in adults with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
- Capability, opportunity, and motivation to engage in physical activity for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: A scoping review
Jing-chuan Wu
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
5 shared publications
In database
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Web of Science).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CINAHL).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (SPORTDiscus).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PubMed).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PsycInfo).
Megan York
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
5 shared publications
In database
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Web of Science).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CINAHL).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (SPORTDiscus).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PubMed).
- Physical Activity, Wearable Devices, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PsycInfo).
Pushpinder Singh Jamwal
University of Molise (IT)
2 shared publications
- Global change on the roof of the world: Vulnerability of Himalayan otter species to land use and climate alterations
- First Systematic Survey for Otter (Lutra lutra) in Ladakh, Indian Trans Himalayas
Jessica R. Steinbrenner
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Samuel L. Odom
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Kristi L. Morin
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Sallie W. Nowell
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Susan Szendrey
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Nancy S. McIntyre
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Şerife Yücesoy Özkan
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation Review
- Correction to: Evidence-Based Practices for Children, Youth, and Young Adults with Autism: Third Generation
Jessica Amsbary
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Engaging Parents in the Development and Testing of a Website to Support Social-Communication and Play Development for Preschoolers with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Identifying and Targeting Social-Communication and Play Skills for Preschoolers With Autism
Mei‐Ling Lin
The University of Texas at San Antonio (US)
2 shared publications
- Engaging Parents in the Development and Testing of a Website to Support Social-Communication and Play Development for Preschoolers with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Identifying and Targeting Social-Communication and Play Skills for Preschoolers With Autism
Stephanie S. Reszka
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (US)
2 shared publications
- Engaging Parents in the Development and Testing of a Website to Support Social-Communication and Play Development for Preschoolers with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Identifying and Targeting Social-Communication and Play Skills for Preschoolers With Autism
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