Thomas Dos'Santos

Dr. Thomas Dos'Santos is a Senior Lecturer in Strength and Conditioning and Sports Biomechanics at Manchester Metropolitan University (since May 2020). His research focuses on change of direction biomechanics, ACL injury prevention, and multidirectional speed development. He holds a PhD in Sports Biomechanics from the University of Salford, where he investigated biomechanical determinants of performance and injury risk.

He is co-founder of the 'Science of Multi-directional Speed' and co-editor of Multidirectional Speed in Sport: Research to Application. With over 95 peer-reviewed articles, he collaborates with institutions such as the Manchester Institute of Sport, Football Science Institute (Spain), and England Para-Football Research Centre.

His consultancy work includes roles with Manchester United FC, Sale Sharks Rugby, and the England Football Association, focusing on strength profiling and biomechanical analysis. He also serves as a visiting lecturer at Middlesex University, University of Girona, and the Football Science Institute.

• Education:
  • PhD in Sports Biomechanics, University of Salford (2020)
  • MSc, PGCLTHE, BSc (Hons), and professional certifications (CSCS*D, aISCP)

Research Interests include ACL injury screening, inter-limb asymmetry, and optimizing strength/power characteristics. His work bridges biomechanical research with applied sports performance and injury prevention strategies.

Awards include the 'Best Sports Science Student' (2013) and Pathway to Excellence PhD Studentship (2016).

Professional Roles:

• Editor for International Journal of Strength and Conditioning
• Reviewer for 13+ sports science journals
• Member of NSCA, IUSCA, and FHEA

Labs/Teams affiliated include the Manchester Institute of Sport and England Para-Football Research Centre, focusing on applied sport science and athlete development.