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Dr. Julian Owen is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Psychology and Sports Science, Bangor University. With a background in applied physiology and 8 years of professional sports science experience in football, rugby union, and hockey, he leads injury epidemiology research with a focus on rugby player welfare. As Director of the Rugby Information Exchange and Sports Injuries Lead for the Welsh Institute of Performance Science, he bridges cutting-edge research with practical applications.
- Education: BSc in Applied Biochemistry (1995), MSc in Exercise Physiology (2008), PhD in Exercise Physiology (2015)
- Current Roles: Supervises PhD/MSc projects on concussion, injury prevention in female rugby, and athlete monitoring
His research spans sports injury epidemiology, brain trauma, and physiological determinants of performance. Recent work leverages AI to predict injury risk and develops tools for concussion assessment. Funded by World Rugby, Welsh Rugby Union, and Welsh Rowing, his 2024-2025 publications include 12 outputs on injury patterns, prevention strategies, and gender-specific rugby trauma.
Scientific Contributions:
- Editorial Board: International Journal of Strength and Conditioning
- Review Editor: Frontiers in Sport and Active Living
- Peer reviewer for International Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Sport Sciences, and others
Julian mentors 12+ students, including Subhan Nazir (subconcussion brain chemistry) and Eloise Kirby (female youth injury surveillance). His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals through community-focused injury prevention and athlete health equity.
