Johannes Meyer

Johannes Meyer is a postdoctoral researcher at the Institute for Training Science and Sports Informatics, Department of Cognition and Sports Game Research, at the German Sport University Cologne. He completed his doctorate in 2024 with a dissertation on anticipation in sports games and has been actively contributing to research in sports cognition, performance analysis, and decision-making.

Education:

• Doctorate in Sports Science, German Sport University Cologne (2024)
• M.Sc. in Performance Analysis in Sport (with distinction), University of Salford, UK (2018)
• B.A. in Sports Science, German Sport University Cologne (2017)

Research Interests: Dr. Meyer specializes in anticipation research, with a focus on gaze strategies during deceptive movements in sports such as football and basketball. His work also investigates the impact of additional substitutions on player workload, injuries, and tactical dynamics in professional football. He applies cognitive psychology and sports informatics to understand decision-making under pressure.

Publication Trends: His recent publications (2020–2025) reflect a strong emphasis on cognitive aspects of sports performance, including Bayesian models of anticipation, lab-based simulation methods, and practical applications in referee training and youth development. His work bridges theoretical research with real-world sports applications, particularly in football and basketball.

Scientific Awards:

• Excellence in Research Award (2023)
• Young Investigator Award: Oral Presentation (2021)

Advising and Grants: While no formal students are listed, Dr. Meyer leads and co-leads externally funded research projects such as ActIv-KV (focusing on physical inactivity) and holistic training for basketball referees. He has been involved in both third-party funded and self-financed projects, demonstrating strong grant-writing and collaborative research skills.

Labs and Teams: He is embedded in a collaborative research environment at the German Sport University Cologne, working closely with researchers like Stefanie Klatt, Karsten Schul, and Frowin Fasold. His work is part of interdisciplinary teams integrating sports science, psychology, and informatics.