Sebastian Keller

Dr. Sebastian Keller is a researcher at the German Sport University Cologne, affiliated with the Institute of Training Science and Sports Informatics, Department of Performance Physiology. He is actively involved in performance diagnostics and metabolic research in athletes, particularly in swimming, cycling, and running disciplines.

Research Interests: His work focuses on performance physiology, with emphasis on lactate thresholds, metabolic efficiency, running and swimming economy, strength determinants, and substrate utilization. He investigates how mechanical and metabolic factors influence athletic performance across various sports and populations, including youth, police officers, and elite swimmers.

The analysis of his recent publications shows a strong trend in developing and validating performance diagnostic methods, particularly in swimming. His research integrates metabolic, neuromuscular, and anthropometric parameters to build comprehensive athlete profiles. He frequently collaborates with Dr. Patrick Wahl and other researchers at the university.

Scientific Engagement:

• Actively supervising Bachelor’s and Master’s theses as first or second examiner.
• Peer-reviewing for journals such as the Journal of Sports Science.
• Leading and co-leading multiple third-party and university-funded research projects.

Advising and Grants: Dr. Keller has advised several academic theses and is a key investigator in externally funded projects aimed at establishing national standards for metabolic and neuromuscular diagnostics in swimming. His work supports high-performance sports through scientific validation and implementation of diagnostic tools.

Labs and Teams: He is embedded in a multidisciplinary research team within the Department of Performance Physiology, collaborating closely with colleagues in biomechanics, sports informatics, and molecular sports medicine. His projects often involve interdisciplinary coordination and national-level implementation.