Kelly Samara da Silva
Professor
Federal University of Santa Catarina
Brazil
Biography
Dr. Kelly Samara da Silva is a Professor of the Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil. She received her Ph.D. in Physical Education, Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil.
She has many publications regarding Gender differences in the clustering patterns of risk behaviors associated with non-communicable diseases in Brazilian adolescents, Time spent by Brazilian students in different modes of transport going to school and the role of the school environment in the physical activity among Brazilian adolescents. She is a Member of the Brazilian Society of Physical Activity and Health.
Research Interest
Physical activity
Sedentary behavior
Adolescents
Intervention
