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Lara Rodriguez-ZamoraView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Apnea Physiology
• Hypoxia
• Aesthetic Sports
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Lara Rodriguez-Zamora is a Senior Lecturer at Örebro University, affiliated with the School of Health Sciences and the Department of Health Sciences. Her primary research focuses on apnea physiology, hypoxia effects, and aesthetic sports like synchronized swimming and freediving. She leads the Metabolism, Inflammation & Physical Activity (MIPA) research group and contributes to the Exercise Physiology and Sports Medicine (EPSM) group. Her work examines training load monitoring, neuromuscular adaptations, and physiological responses in high-performance athletes. Teaching responsibilities include exercise physiology, sports science, and performance testing. Current research projects investigate spleen and lung volumes in artistic swimming and hypoxia's impact on resistance training. Active collaborations span international teams, with publications in journals like European Journal of Applied Physiology and Frontiers in Physiology. Her research emphasizes practical applications for optimizing athletic performance and health outcomes through physiological insights. Key projects include studying lactate accumulation in competitive freediving and synchronized swimming, bioelectrical impedance analysis for hydration status, and the efficacy of mean propulsive velocity in resistance training load monitoring. Rodriguez-Zamora's interdisciplinary work bridges sports science, clinical physiology, and athletic performance optimization.

• Physical Education
• Sport Psychology
• Secondary Education Psychology
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Josep Solà Santesmases is a Researcher at the Department of Physical Activity and Sport Sciences and Sports Management, Faculty of Psychology, Educational Sciences and Sports Blanquerna, Universitat Ramon Llull. His research focuses on physical education, sport psychology, and the intersection of education and sports in secondary and higher education contexts. He has contributed to projects such as engAGE (intergenerational intervention using immersive technology), PROMISE (support for women in basketball), and SAFE (health and physical activity initiatives). His work examines topics like agility trends in adolescents, service-learning practices in vulnerable populations, and curriculum design for physical education. Collaborations include studies on muscle rehabilitation and tactical analysis in sports. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, with a focus on applying scientific methods to improve educational and athletic outcomes. Notable projects include leading studies on dual career management for high-level athletes and analyzing the transversality of educational content in physical education curricula. His research often bridges practical applications with theoretical frameworks in sports science and pedagogy.

• Exercise Physiology
• Altitude/Hypoxic Training
• Sports Medicine
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Professor Michael Hamlin serves as a full Professor in the Department of Tourism, Sport & Society at Lincoln University, New Zealand, where he directs the Sport and Exercise Science Laboratory and chairs the Environment, Society and Design Research Committee. His academic leadership spans over two decades with continuous appointments since 1999. Hamlin specializes in exercise physiology with world-renowned expertise in altitude/hypoxic training applications. His interdisciplinary research bridges elite athletic performance (including work with British & Irish Lions rugby and Olympic triathletes) and health outcomes for sedentary populations and chronic disease patients. Key research domains include concussion mechanisms in rugby, blood flow restriction training, and physiological adaptations to hypoxic environments. His work directly informs altitude training guidelines for elite sporting organizations globally. As a triple Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine, European College of Sport Science, and Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand, Hamlin maintains significant editorial roles including Frontiers in Sports and Active Living. His research impact extends through media engagement with major publications and broadcasts, plus strategic partnerships with High Performance Sport New Zealand and national sporting bodies. Current projects examine hypoxic basketball training, concussion biomechanics, and protein supplementation effects on aging populations. Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine Fellow of the European College of Sport Science Fellow of Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand Hamlin actively supervises PhD candidates investigating blood flow restriction, rugby head impacts, and pediatric physical activity while maintaining robust industry partnerships including the Asia Pacific Football Academy development. His leadership in negotiating the Athlete Friendly Tertiary Network memorandum demonstrates commitment to balancing elite athletic and academic development. Current research directions focus on hypoxic conditioning mechanisms, rugby safety innovations, and translational applications of exercise physiology across the human performance spectrum.

Cristine AgrestaView profile

Associate Professor

• Sports Biomechanics
• Human Performance Analysis
• Athlete Readiness Assessment
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Cristine Agresta, PT, MPT, PhD, serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Her academic appointment bridges clinical practice and translational research in sports biomechanics, with affiliations in both the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and Orthopaedic Residency training. Her educational background includes: BS in Movement Science, University of Michigan (2002) Masters of Physical Therapy, Youngstown State University (2006) PhD in Movement Science, Temple University (2015) Postdoctoral Fellowship in Kinesiology, University of Michigan (2017) Dr. Agresta's research focuses on enhancing physical resilience and performance in athletes through advanced biomechanical assessment. She specializes in clinical movement analysis, wearable sensor applications, footwear biomechanics, and athlete readiness monitoring. Her work bridges laboratory findings with real-world sports applications through collaborations with athletic organizations, equipment manufacturers, and clinical teams. Current projects examine baseball pitching mechanics, basketball practice demands, and running injury prevention strategies. Her recent publications demonstrate strong translational focus across sports medicine domains, particularly in baseball workload monitoring (2023-2025), running biomechanics (2022-2024), and basketball movement analysis (2024). Key trends include sensor-based workload quantification, footwear-athlete interaction dynamics, and evidence-based practice development for clinicians. Dr. Agresta actively supervises research within the University of Washington Performance Research Lab, mentoring students in biomechanics methodology and clinical translation. Her teaching responsibilities span the musculoskeletal track of the DPT program and Orthopaedic Residency curriculum. Her laboratory work emphasizes field-deployable assessment methods, particularly inertial measurement units for monitoring athlete performance and injury risk in natural settings. Current projects integrate biomechanical analysis with clinical decision-making protocols for sports medicine practitioners.

Christopher J. SoleView profile

Associate Professor

• Exercise Physiology
• Sports Performance
• Strength and Conditioning
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Dr. Christopher J. Sole serves as Associate Professor and Department Head of Health and Human Performance at The Citadel. He holds a Ph.D. in Sport Physiology and Performance from East Tennessee State University, alongside master's and bachelor's degrees in Exercise Science from East Stroudsburg University and Manhattan College. His research focuses on integrating technology into sport/exercise, strength/power training adaptations, and performance-injury links in athletes and military populations. Notable work includes studies on plyometric training, countermovement jump mechanics, and spinal cord injury-related muscle loss. Education: Ph.D. Sport Physiology and Performance (East Tennessee State University, 2015) M.S. Exercise Science (East Stroudsburg University, 2009) B.S. Exercise Science (Manhattan College, 2007) Research Interests: Technology in sport/exercise, strength training adaptations, athlete/military performance monitoring, and injury prevention. He emphasizes fitness assessment methods and training program development for tactical and athletic populations. Labs/Teams: Directs the Human Performance Laboratory within the Department of Health and Human Performance. Collaborates on studies involving military cadets, law enforcement, and collegiate athletes.

Antonio SotomayorView profile

Associate Professor

• Caribbean Studies
• Latin American Literature
• Latin American Studies
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Antonio Sotomayor is an Associate Professor & Librarian of Latin American and Caribbean Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, affiliated with the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and appointed in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese. His work bridges academic research and library science , focusing on Caribbean Studies, Latin American Literature, and the intersection of sports, colonialism, and identity. Caribbean Studies: Puerto Rican history, Caribbean family networks Latin American Literature: Historical narratives, colonial documentation Sports History: Olympic movements, colonial sports politics Genealogy: Interdisciplinary approaches combining genetics and archival research His scholarship reveals patterns in Caribbean colonial history through sports politics (1920s-1960s), family genealogical networks spanning Puerto Rico, Spain, and Portugal, and innovative methodologies combining genetic analysis with archival research . Publications range from 2006-2024, with particular focus on Olympic movements in Puerto Rico and Jamaica (2016), genetic genealogy case studies (2018-2019), and early modern Puerto Rican family connections (2021-2022). Currently based at the International and Area Studies Library, he contributes to collection development and research support for Latin American and Caribbean studies. His work demonstrates how libraries and archives serve as critical institutions for reconstructing historical narratives in postcolonial contexts.

• Statistics for Experimental and Technological Research
• Urban Mobility Analysis
• Sports Analytics
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Rodolfo Metulini is a Researcher (RTD-B) in Statistics for Experimental and Technological Research (SECS-S/02) at the Department of Economics, University of Bergamo. He serves as Principal Investigator for the PRIN/PNRR project 'SIGNUM: Study of mobile phone signals for evaluating mobility-environment interconnections in Lombardy'. His career includes postdoctoral positions at the University of Brescia, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna Pisa, and IMT Lucca. PhD in Statistical Methodology for Scientific Research (2013), University of Bologna Former Researcher at University of Salerno (RTD-A) Metulini's research spans three primary domains: travel flow analysis using gravity models and spatial interaction approaches for international trade studies; sports analytics focusing on player movement dynamics and marginal utility in football/basketball; and urban mobility modeling through mobile phone data with complex seasonality time series models. His methodological innovations combine matrix completion techniques with functional data clustering for environmental-socioeconomic applications. Recent research trends demonstrate cross-sectoral expertise in applying statistical learning to diverse domains: 1) environmental risk assessment using mobile network data for flood exposure forecasting; 2) urban policy analysis through counterfactual modeling of traffic restrictions; and 3) economic modeling for CO2 emissions prediction. His technical approach integrates dynamic harmonic regression with VARX models for mobility forecasting. As thesis advisor for Computer/Mechanical Engineering students, Metulini promotes data-driven approaches in mobility and sports domains. His publications in journals like Annals of Operations Research and Optimization Letters showcase interdisciplinary methodology combining statistical theory with practical applications in environmental risk management and sports performance analysis.

• Sports Science
• Exercise Physiology
• Biomechanics
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Javier Courel Ibáñez serves as a Permanent Labor Professor (Associate Professor) in the Department of Physical Education and Sports at the Faculty of Education and Sports Sciences Melilla. His teaching responsibilities include structured tutoring sessions held Wednesdays from 9:00-12:00 and 15:00-19:00 in Office 007 across both academic semesters. His research spans Sports Science , Exercise Physiology , and Biomechanics , with concentrated expertise in athletic performance assessment, injury epidemiology, and evidence-based exercise interventions. Key domains include football (soccer) injury dynamics, padel performance analysis, rehabilitation protocols for tendinopathies, and physical activity applications for aging populations and post-COVID-19 recovery. His methodological approach integrates velocity-based resistance training, systematic literature reviews, and prospective cohort studies to address contemporary challenges in sports medicine. Analysis of his 2022-2025 publications reveals three dominant research trajectories: pandemic-related sports injury patterns (particularly in female football), technology-driven performance assessment (MyotonPRO reliability, resistance-band testing), and special population interventions (older adults, rheumatic conditions). His work consistently bridges laboratory findings with practical applications through EULAR collaborations and sport-specific training protocols.

A. MurgiaView profile

Assistant Professor

• Neuromechanics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Rehabilitation Technology
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Dr. A. Murgia is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medical Sciences (University of Groningen), specializing in neuromechanical adaptation in aging, rehabilitation, and neuro-musculoskeletal disorders. Their work develops rehabilitation technologies focused on improving quality of life for individuals with mobility impairments, particularly through upper limb prostheses and arm support systems . Research spans musculoskeletal modeling , virtual reality training , and biomechanical analysis Funded by EU Horizon 2020 , STW Netherlands , and Ministry of Economic Affairs Research interests include: Neuromechanical outcomes in clinical conditions Virtual reality for motor learning in prosthetics Muscle co-activation patterns in dystrophy Elbow joint biomechanics post-arthroplasty Biomechanical factors in clubfoot recurrence Wearable assistive technologies Article trends combine biomedical engineering , neuroscience , and computational modeling , focusing on prosthetic control , musculoskeletal disorders , and rehabilitation technologies . Contact: a.murgia@umcg.nl

• Clinical Biomechanics
• Sports Physiotherapy
• Functional Assessment
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Néstor Pérez Mallada is a Professor at the Department of Physiotherapy in the School of Nursing and Physiotherapy San Juan de Dios at Universidad Pontificia Comillas. He holds a Doctorate in Biomedicine and Health Sciences from Universidad Europea de Madrid (2008) and additional master’s degrees in Health Law and Physiotherapy. His academic roles include former Head of Physiotherapy Studies (2009–2017), Director of the Master’s in Biomechanics Applied to Damage Assessment (2009–2020), and currently serves as Head of the Biomechanics Laboratory since 2024. His research focuses on clinical biomechanics, sports physiotherapy, and biomechanical instrumentation. He collaborates on injury prevention protocols for elite athletes, particularly in basketball and soccer, using advanced biomechanical tools. His work integrates hardware/software development, augmented reality in education, and precision measurement technologies in clinical, sports, and workplace settings. Key publications span knee injury biomechanics, diagnostic thermography, and goniometer validation. He advises on biomechanical laboratory management and maintains ties with industry for equipment development. Professional certifications include basketball coaching and manual lymphatic drainage expertise. His academic leadership emphasizes evidence-based practices and interdisciplinary innovation in healthcare education and clinical research.

Bert OttenView profile

Professor

• Biomechanics
• Movement Control
• Neuromechanics
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Professor Bert Otten is a distinguished academic specializing in Neuromechanics and Prosthetics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences. Appointed in 2005 through the Stichting Orthopedische Instrumentmakerij (Orthopaedic Instrument Manufacture Foundation), he is affiliated with both the Interfaculty Centre for Movement Sciences and the Centre for Rehabilitation. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical applications to improve human movement and rehabilitation. Dr. Otten received his biology degree from Leiden University and earned his PhD in 1982 with a thesis titled "Vision and Jaw Mechanism in the Cichlid Fish Haplochromis elegans," which received both "cum laude" honors and the national "Kok" award for originality. He has served as a guest scientist at Harvard University during six summers, working in departments of functional morphology and bio-engineering. His research program focuses on the neural control of human movement, specifically examining the integration of biomechanical, perceptual, and cognitive processes. This work has direct applications in prosthetics development and rehabilitation strategies. Otten has secured two patents related to human body extensions and has published 139 scientific papers across biomechanics, movement control, and rehabilitation engineering. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward applying machine learning techniques to movement analysis, particularly in gait assessment, chronic pain management, and sports performance optimization. His work increasingly focuses on translating biomechanical insights into clinical applications, with significant contributions to understanding central sensitization in chronic low back pain and developing improved prosthetic technologies. "Kok" award for originality (for PhD thesis) Professor Otten has supervised 21 PhD students across diverse projects spanning from biomechanics of jaw systems to prosthetic limb control and motor development in children. His mentorship has produced researchers working in clinical rehabilitation, sports medicine, and biomedical engineering. He has received research funding supporting projects on prosthetic design, ACL injury prevention, and movement analysis technologies, though specific grant details aren't provided in the source text. His work is conducted through the Center for Human Movement Sciences in Groningen, where he collaborates with clinicians, engineers, and rehabilitation specialists. His laboratory work integrates motion capture technology, force plates, electromyography, and computational modeling to analyze human movement. Recent projects include developing a passive polycentric mechanism to improve mediolateral balance in prosthetic walking and validating wearable sensor systems for sports performance assessment.

Kristina Pantelić BabićView profile

Associate Professor

• Sports History
• Sociology of Sport
• Physical Education
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Prof. Kristina Pantelić Babić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport of the University of Banja Luka. Her research focuses on sports history, sociology of sport, and cultural dimensions of physical activity, with particular emphasis on ethnic sport movements like Serbian Sokolism. She has led projects on gender equality in sport governance, aging populations' physical activity, and sport tourism strategy development. Education background includes advanced training in sport sciences. Active in international collaborations through Erasmus+ initiatives and transnational research projects. Authored/co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed articles and books on topics ranging from basketball history in Europe to resistance training effects on institutionalized elders. Key projects include: "Gender (In)Equality in Sport Competition" (2024) "Effects of Resistance Training on Elderly Quality of Life" (2023) EU-funded sport tourism analysis for Banja Vrućica (2017) Recipient of grants from European Commission, UNICEF, and Serbian academic foundations. Editor of landmark publications like Sokolski Pokret u Hercegovini and History of Volleyball in Europe .

• Kinesiology
• Sports Science
• Volleyball
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Mirjana Milić is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split. She holds a doctoral degree in Kinesiology from the same institution (2014). Her academic work focuses on sports kinesiology, volleyball, and physical education methodologies. Research Interests: Volleyball, sports research methodology, kinesiological education, anthropometry, motor skills, physical activity Teaching Roles: Lecturer for undergraduate and graduate courses including Systematic Kinesiology, Volleyball Methodology, and Research Methodology Her publications emphasize volleyball player profiling, injury prevention, and the intersection of physical activity with public health and education. She contributes to understanding motor ability development in youth athletes and has explored topics like health literacy among university students.

• Training and Movement Sciences
• Sports Sciences
• Exercise Sciences
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Prof. Dr. Tahir KILIÇ is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Sports Sciences of Süleyman Demirel University , where he has served since 2023. He also holds an associate professorship at Akdeniz University (2020–present) and has been a Senior Lecturer there since 2015. His academic journey includes a PhD in Sports Sciences from Gazi University (2010) and master’s degree from Marmara University (1993). Academic Rank: Associate Professor Departments: Physical Education and Sports Research Interests: Training and Movement Sciences, Physical Performance, Exercise Physiology Research Focus Tahir KILIÇ specializes in athletic performance optimization across various sports, with particular emphasis on mental toughness in youth athletes , injury prevention in team sports , and physical activity interventions for sedentary populations. His work bridges sports psychology and exercise physiology . Publications Recent work includes: 2024: Athletic mental energy in sports clubs 2024: Gender and family influences on sportsmanship 2023: Plyometric training effects in handball 2021: Injury patterns in female basketball Teaching and Supervision He has supervised Ayca Burcu ’s 2024 PhD thesis on fitness supplement use and doping knowledge. Currently serves on Süleyman Demirel University’s Faculty Board (2023–2026) and as Head of the Department of Physical Education and Sports (2023–2027).

• Sports Physiology
• Soccer Performance Analysis
• Basketball Biomechanics
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Ermanno Rampinini is an Adjunct Professor at the School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, University of Technology Sydney (UTS). His research focuses on sports physiology, soccer performance analysis, basketball biomechanics, and training load optimization. He has collaborated extensively on studies involving elite athletes, examining physical demands, hormonal responses, and exercise-related biomarkers. His work often integrates novel tracking technologies and systematic reviews of competitive sports like 3x3 basketball and professional soccer. Key contributions include analyses of match intensity variations, sensor reliability in sports, and the impact of training cycles on athlete performance. **Affiliations**: Faculty of Health, School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation. **Research Themes**: High-intensity running analysis, athlete tracking systems, aging effects on exercise responses, and youth athlete development. Rampinini’s articles highlight trends in soccer and basketball performance metrics, with a focus on positional differences, sensor validation, and pandemic-related disruptions to athlete training. His studies frequently involve collaborative international teams, emphasizing practical applications for coaches and sports scientists. Notably absent from the text are specific lab affiliations, grants, or awards, though his prolific publication record (97+ outputs) underscores sustained academic engagement.