Anna Lina Rahlf

Anna Lina Rahlf is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sports Science at Europa-Universität Flensburg, where she has been employed since October 2021. She previously held a postdoctoral researcher position at the University of Hamburg (2020–2021) and was a PhD student and research associate at Friedrich Schiller University Jena (2014–2020). Her academic foundation includes a Master’s degree in Human Movement Science from Universität Hamburg (2011–2014).

• Europa-Universität Flensburg – Assistant Professor (Sports Science), 2021–present
• University of Hamburg – Postdoctoral Researcher (Institute of Human Movement Science), 2020–2021
• Friedrich Schiller University Jena – PhD Student and Research Associate (Sports Science), 2014–2020
• Universität Hamburg – Master’s in Human Movement Science, 2011–2014

Her research centers on sports injury prevention, biomechanics, and neuromuscular training, with a focus on youth athletes, running-related injuries, chronic ankle instability, and the impact of physical activity during public health crises. She investigates how factors like sex, biological maturity, footwear, and training duration influence injury risk and functional performance. Her work integrates clinical trials, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses to advance evidence-based practice in sports medicine and rehabilitation.

The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trend toward methodological rigor in sports injury research, including the development of quality assessment tools (e.g., QA-SIVAS scale), machine learning applications for injury prediction, and high-level synthesis of global data on physical activity during the pandemic. Her studies frequently employ biomechanical analysis, randomized controlled trials, and meta-analytic techniques, positioning her at the intersection of clinical science, data analysis, and preventive sports medicine.

While no formal scientific awards are listed in the provided text, her contributions to peer review for journals such as Sports Medicine and Sportwissenschaft highlight her engagement with the academic community.

Dr. Rahlf has not published a list of advisees, but her collaborative research suggests active mentorship and interdisciplinary teamwork. She has contributed to grant-funded and multicenter studies, particularly in rehabilitation and injury prevention. Though no specific lab or research team is named, her work implies participation in structured research groups focused on human movement science and sports medicine.