Ben Schram

Dr. Ben Schram is an Associate Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, where he has taught in the Doctor of Physiotherapy program for over eight years. He serves as the Research and Data Coordinator for the Tactical Research Unit, focusing on injury prevention, fitness standards, and the physical demands of tactical occupations such as firefighting, military service, and policing.

• Roles: Research and Data Coordinator, Physiotherapy Educator, PhD Supervisor
• Specializations: Injury epidemiology, tactical fitness validation, occupational physiology
• Current Projects: Body armour optimization, neuromuscular demands in law enforcement, HRV analysis in tactical training

His research combines military experience (Australian Army) with academic rigor to enhance the health and performance of tactical personnel. Key methodologies include virtual reality simulations, physiological monitoring, and systematic reviews.

Recent publications highlight law enforcement marksmanship assessments, VR combat training stress, and comparative fitness evaluations. These reflect his focus on occupational safety and performance optimization for tactical roles.

Scientific awards include multiple eTEVAL Certificates of Excellence for teaching. He mentors non-HDR students and supervises HDR projects on topics like body armour ergonomics and iron deficiency in tactical populations.