Natalie Vanicek

Natalie Vanicek is a Clinical Professor at the University of Hull and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. She serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal of Sports Sciences, focusing on research in prosthetics, biomechanics, and rehabilitation technologies. Her work emphasizes clinical applications in aging populations, robotic exoskeletons, and wearable technology for physical activity measurement. She leads studies like the STEPFORWARD trial investigating self-aligning prosthetic devices for vascular amputees.

Her research interests span prosthetic design, gait mechanics, and mobility solutions for individuals with disabilities. Key areas include analyzing postural control in older adults, evaluating exercise interventions for postmenopausal women, and advancing biomechanical validation of health technologies. She has published extensively on robotic exoskeletons, amputation rehabilitation, and clinical trial methodologies.

Dr. Vanicek’s scientific contributions include over 50 peer-reviewed articles and systematic reviews. Notable awards include the Senior Fellowship of the HEA, recognizing her excellence in higher education. Her work bridges clinical practice and engineering, with a focus on improving mobility and quality of life for patients with limb amputations and mobility impairments.