Ben Duncan

Dr. Ben Duncan is a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Worcester, where he has been affiliated since December 2016. He holds a PhD from the University of Brighton (2017) and a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science (2010) from the same institution. His research focuses on environmental physiology, particularly the metabolic effects of hypoxia, and its applications in preventing/treating metabolic disorders like obesity. He also investigates endurance performance and the impact of environmental stressors (e.g., heat and altitude) on athletic performance.

Professional Background:

• Research Assistant and Technical Instructor at the University of Brighton (during PhD)
• Visiting Lecturer at the University of Brighton (BSc/MSc courses)
• Lecturer at St Mary’s University, Twickenham (Health and Exercise Science)
• Lecturer at Sussex Downs College (Foundation degree courses)

Teaching Interests:

• Role of physical activity in disease prevention and treatment
• Physiology of endurance performance
• Environmental stressors in sports training and performance

Ben has supported athletes across various disciplines and maintains active research collaborations in environmental physiology and applied exercise science.