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Ross Cloak is an Associate Professor of Sport and Exercise Science at the Faculty of Education, Health, and Wellbeing, University of Wolverhampton. He holds a PhD in the same field from the same university and has been actively involved in both research and consultancy for elite athletes and teams, including Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, Walsall FC, and GB Judo.
- Education:
- PhD, University of Wolverhampton (2016)
- MPhil, University of Wolverhampton (2009–2011)
- BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science (First), University of Wolverhampton (2003–2006)
- Research Interests:
Ross’s research spans exercise physiology, injury prevention, performance enhancement, and decision-making under fatigue, with a focus on team and combat sports. He emphasizes translating research into practical applications for elite and amateur athletes.
Recent work includes altitude training for Olympians, virtual reality in football academies, and injury risk assessment in youth athletes.
- Scientific Awards:
- Senior Fellowship from Higher Education Authority (2020)
- Grants and Collaborations:
Ross has secured funding from organizations like Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, the Office for Students, and ASPIRE HE for projects on virtual reality, lab refurbishment, and coaching CPD. He collaborates with institutions such as Ochanomizu University on dance medicine.
- Labs and Teams:
He contributes to the Human Performance Labs at the University of Wolverhampton and leads CPD provision for the British Association of Sport and Exercise Science (BASES).
