Gavin Tempest

Gavin Tempest is an Assistant Professor in Northumbria University's Department of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation. He holds a PhD from the University of South Australia and has conducted postdoctoral research at Tomsk State University, University of Nice Sophia Antipolis, and Stanford University. His academic career focuses on neurophysiological and psychological effects of physical activity across ages, particularly examining perceptual responses like effort and arousal that influence physical activity behaviors.

Research interests include exercise neuroscience, cognitive function enhancement through physical activity, and behavioral determinants of physical activity in children and adolescents. Key contributions involve systematic reviews on physical activity determinants in diverse populations, including ethnic minorities and individuals with disabilities. His work often employs near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and virtual reality technologies to measure physiological and perceptual responses.

Recent publications emphasize evidence-based interventions for improving physical activity levels, with a focus on device-measured behaviors and their determinants. He advises one PhD student, Catrin Roberts, investigating hydration and cognition in schoolchildren using neuroimaging. No awards are explicitly listed, though his research aligns with Northumbria's health and well-being research themes.