Richard Bracken

Professor Richard Bracken is a Senior Academic in the School of Sports and Exercise Sciences at Swansea University. He specializes in Exercise Physiology, Biochemistry, Diabetes Management, and Cardiovascular Health, with a focus on Type 1 Diabetes and metabolic responses to exercise. His work bridges clinical research, sports science, and public health.

Research Trends: His recent publications explore

• Glycemic control during and after exercise in diabetics
• Impact of dietary interventions (e.g., isomaltulose, Mediterranean diets)
• Insulin delivery systems and automated glucose monitoring
• Metabolic profiling in elite athletes with chronic conditions
• Cardiovascular risk assessment in industrial workers

Grants & Collaborations: He leads/has led projects funded by

• EU InterReg Healthy Oats (2021-2023, €2.1M)
• Novo Nordisk A/S (2016, £550,000)
• Horizon 2020 COFUND (2017-2019, €200,000)

and collaborates globally with institutions in Canada, the US, and Europe.

Leadership & Outreach:

• Vice Chair of the Exercise and Physical Activity Study Group (EASD)
• Strategic Lead at Diabetes Research Unit, Cymru
• Keynote speaker at international symposia (e.g., Steno Diabetes Centre, Welsh Exercise Medicine Symposium)