Mallia Luca

Mallia Luca is an Associate Professor at the University of Rome 'Foro Italico', Department of Human Motor Sciences and Health. His research focuses on psychological processes underlying doping use, self-regulatory mechanisms in health behaviors, and advanced data analysis methodologies. He actively contributes to anti-doping research through international projects like the SMART project (2018) and the LEGIT Project (2016), addressing policy legitimacy and support among athletes.

He teaches courses such as Social Research Methodology, Sports Psychology and Coaching, and General and Sport Psychology. Mallia’s work integrates theoretical frameworks with practical interventions, including media literacy programs targeting youth athletes. His recent publications explore topics like quiet eye phenomena in basketball performance and the impact of the pandemic on physical activity patterns.

He holds roles in university committees, including membership in the University Research Committee and the Technical Scientific Committee for educational support programs. His research emphasizes cross-cultural validation of psychological scales and the application of psychometric tools in sport contexts.