Mattia Piffaretti

Mattia Piffaretti is a Lecturer at the Department of Medicine within the Faculty of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Medicine at the University of Fribourg. He holds a PhD and specializes as a Sports Psychologist (FSP). His research focuses on mindfulness-based interventions in sports, youth integration through athletic programs, and ethical issues in anti-doping processes.

Research Interests:

• Mindfulness applications in high-performance athletics
• Social integration of migrants via sports initiatives
• Ethical frameworks for athlete protection

Publications: Highlights include studies on Olympic preparation interventions and advocacy for athlete rights in anti-doping contexts.