Jon Farmer

Dr. Jon Farmer is a Lecturer in Engineering Design and Deputy Director of Professional Training at Loughborough University. He is affiliated with the Sports Technology Research Group, the Prehabilitation theme at the National Rehabilitation Centre, and contributes to the ASTM committee for international test methods. His research focuses on traumatic brain injury mechanisms and prevention, with collaborations spanning academia, industry, and research institutes.

• BSc (First Class Honours) in Sport Technology (2015)
• Diploma in Industrial Studies (DIS) with placements at Nike, Umbro, British Cycling, and FIFA

Research interests include biomechanics, sports technology innovations, and prehabilitation strategies. His work has been funded by national/international bodies and led to patents like the Loughborough University Surrogate Neck (LUSN), developed during his PhD. He has held postdoctoral fellowships in Japan and collaborated with institutions such as the Tokyo Institute of Technology and Japan Automobile Research Institute.

• Awards: JSPS Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, Mizuno Sports Best Paper Award

Grants and patents highlight his industry-academia partnerships. He leads projects in sports safety and injury prevention, with a focus on translational research.

Associated with the Sports Technology Research Group and National Rehabilitation Centre’s Prehabilitation theme, he bridges engineering and clinical applications.