Barry Lambe

Dr. Barry Lambe is a Lecturer in Physical Activity and Health at the Department of Sport and Exercise Science, South East Technological University (SETU), Waterford. With over 20 years of experience in public health research and practice, he leads the BSc in Health and Exercise Science program and contributes to national health policy development.

• BSc in Sport and Physical Education (University of Wales Institute, Cardiff)
• MSc in Exercise and Health (Waterford Institute of Technology)
• MA in Health Promotion (National University of Ireland, Galway)
• PhD in Physical Activity (2015, SETU)

His research focuses on active travel (walking/cycling), health-enhancing physical activity, and physical activity interventions for chronic disease. He employs systems science and implementation science frameworks to evaluate community-based initiatives like 'Ireland Lights Up' and 'Beat the Street Waterford'.

Recent publications highlight his work on policy analysis (sustainable development goals), community health (sports clubs as health settings), and behavioral research (motivational interviewing). His articles reveal a trajectory from clinical exercise physiology to population-level transport policy evaluation.

Key professional roles include:

• Peer reviewer for Family Practice, Health Promotion International, and Perspectives in Public Health
• Member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers
• External examiner for postgraduate programs
• Collaborator with Irish Heart Foundation and Health Service Executive

He also contributes to health promotion training programs and has developed resources like the ENGAGE National Men’s Health Training Programme.