Konstantina Intziegianni

Konstantina Intziegianni is a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Science and Deputy Course Leader for the BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science program at the University of Central Lancashire Cyprus (UCLan Cyprus). She holds a PhD and M.Sc. in Clinical Exercise Science from the University of Potsdam (2017) and a B.Sc. in Sport Science and Physical Education from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2010). Her expertise spans kinesiology, clinical biomechanics, and musculoskeletal imaging, with particular focus on tendinopathy prevention and low back pain rehabilitation.

Education:

• Ph.D. & M.Sc. in Clinical Exercise Science, University of Potsdam (2017)
• B.Sc. in Sport Science and Physical Education, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2010)

Teaching & Research: Teaches modules including Functional Anatomy, Applied Physiology, and Scientific Enquiry. Her research investigates injury mechanisms in athletes, tendon adaptations, and neuromuscular responses. She has published extensively on Achilles tendon properties and ultrasound imaging techniques, with over 10 peer-reviewed articles and conference presentations.

Awards:

• Best Presentation Award (2015), 9th Baltic International Sport Medicine Conference
• Young Investigator Award (2013), EFSMA European Congress

Grants/Projects: Co-researcher on 'Social Media Addiction in Cyprus Youth' (2019–2020) and the MISPEx project (2011–2018), a national spine exercise research initiative. Previously served as Erasmus Officer and Research Associate at the University of Potsdam.

Professional Roles: Serves as Erasmus and Research Officer, contributing to academic collaborations and student mobility programs.