David Valadés Cerrato

David Valadés Cerrato is a Full Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Universidad de Alcalá (UAH), where he also serves as the Delegate of the Rector for Sports Activities. His academic work is centered at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, with his office located in Module II on the 1st floor.

Dr. Valadés Cerrato's research interests span multiple areas within sports science and exercise physiology. He is particularly focused on volleyball performance analysis, including biomechanics of techniques like spiking and serving, game demands at different competitive levels, and training methodologies for volleyball players. His work also extends to exercise physiology, examining how physical activity affects various physiological markers including cytokines like IL-15, body composition, and metabolic responses in different populations from elite athletes to older adults.

His publication record shows a consistent output of high-quality research, with recent work focusing on volleyball biomechanics and performance, exercise physiology, and sports nutrition. His articles demonstrate expertise in both practical applications for athletes and more fundamental physiological research, with a particular emphasis on how training methodologies translate to on-court performance.

Notable scientific contributions include:

• Research on volleyball spike mechanics and performance monitoring throughout competitive seasons
• Studies on cytokine responses to exercise, particularly IL-15 and its relationship with muscle physiology
• Investigations into the effects of different training methodologies on athletic performance
• Work on physical activity interventions for special populations including older adults and postmenopausal women
• Research on nutritional ergogenic aids, particularly caffeinated energy drinks in volleyball performance

Dr. Valadés Cerrato has secured multiple research grants, including projects funded by the Society of Endocrinology Nutrition and Diabetes of the Community of Madrid and Universidad de Alcalá, demonstrating his ability to obtain competitive funding for his research initiatives. His collaborations extend across multiple departments within UAH, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of his work.

He is actively involved in the 'Gestión y entrenamiento deportivo - Sports Management and Sports Training Research Group' at UAH, which provides a framework for his extensive research activities spanning from basic physiological mechanisms to applied sports performance.