Hans-Georg Predel

Prof. Hans-Georg Predel holds a professorship at the Institute of Cardiology and Sports Medicine at the German Sport University Cologne. His research focuses on exercise medicine, cardiovascular rehabilitation, and preventive sports medicine, with particular emphasis on therapeutic exercise protocols for cardiac patients, obesity management, and innovative rehabilitation technologies. He has led projects such as the Young Heart Champions initiative for children with congenital heart defects and the PEPCO-Prevention study exploring menopausal exercise interventions. Active in both academic and public spheres, he has contributed to media discussions about maintaining physical activity during the pandemic, emphasizing sport's role in immune health.

Education background not explicitly detailed in provided texts, but professional trajectory indicates advanced academic qualifications in medicine or sports science. Research interests span clinical applications of exercise physiology, diagnostic method innovations like seismocardiography, and digital health solutions for disabled populations. Over 350 publications demonstrate prolific research output across cardiology, sports medicine, and preventive health disciplines.

Awards and grants include third-party funded projects such as the 'Exercise 100%' clinical trial and the FLUX metabolic flux research initiative. He actively participates in national conferences and organizes academic events, reflecting leadership in academic networks. Notable media contributions include Deutschlandfunk interviews advocating for sport facility reopenings during pandemic restrictions.