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Simon Roberts is a Research Fellow at the University of Bath's Department for Health, specializing in injury epidemiology and prevention in rugby union. He joined the university in 2000 as an exercise physiology laboratory technician, completing a part-time PhD between 2003-2008 before transitioning to his current role. His work focuses on understanding injury incidence, severity, and prevention strategies in community and university rugby, particularly for men's and women's players.
Education & Career: Began at the University of Bath in 2000. Undertook a part-time PhD (2003–2008).
Research Interests: Injury epidemiology in rugby, prevention strategies, video analysis of injuries, and interventions to enhance performance/recovery. Key areas include tackling techniques, match simulation protocols, and nutritional impacts on rugby performance.
Projects & Funding: Co-led the Community Rugby Injury Surveillance Project (2017–2025, funded by the Rugby Football Union). PI of projects like 'Physical demands of rugby union referees' (2017–2020) and 'RFU-Activate injury prevention program' (2017–present).
Labs/Teams: Part of the Centre for Health and Injury and Illness Prevention in Sport. Collaborates with organizations like the Rugby Football Union and PPEF Foundation on injury prevention initiatives.
