Tobias Morat

Dr. Tobias Morat is a researcher at the Institute for Movement and Sports Gerontology at the German Sport University Cologne. He plays a key role in teaching and research, particularly in gerontological sports science, fall prevention, and educational innovation. He coordinates the Master’s program in Sports and Exercise Gerontology (M.Sc. SBG) and teaches in both bachelor’s and master’s programs.

• PhD in Sports and Exercise Gerontology
• Certificate in Professional Teaching Competence for the University (2014)
• Completion of eTeaching program, University of Bonn (2021)

His research focuses on sports and exercise gerontology, including intervention research, sarcopenia, mobility, and fall prevention. He also specializes in educational research, particularly course and teaching development, research-based learning, e-teaching, and science communication. His methodological expertise spans research-based learning methods, sports motor testing, strength and endurance diagnostics, and various training modalities like Nordic walking, sling training, and exergames.

The recent publications reflect a strong trend in educational innovation and gerontological interventions. Many works examine research-based learning, e-teaching, and student assessment, while others focus on physical activity programs for older adults, fall prevention strategies, and empowerment interventions for retirees. The integration of technology in teaching and aging research is a recurring theme.

Dr. Morat has received several prestigious awards, particularly in teaching:

• DSHS-Lehrpreis, 1st Place in Practical Courses/Exercises (2025)
• DSHS-Lehrpreis, 2nd Place for Module/Teaching Team SBG11 - Review (2020)
• DSHS-Lehrpreis for e-Teaching (SoSe 2020)
• Bundeswettbewerb 'Deutschland - Land der Ideen': 'Ausgewählter Ort 2012'
• Three Minute Research Competition (2015)

He supervises bachelor's and master's theses and leads multiple funded research projects, including externally financed initiatives like SPort and #FoL2.0. He is also active in academic service, serving as editor for journals such as Frontiers in Sports and Active Living, BMC Geriatrics, and Gerontology. His collaborative network includes key researchers like Tim Fleiner and Wiebren Zijlstra.

Dr. Morat is a member of academic networks including the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Hochschuldidaktik (dghd) and the Akademie Ausgezeichnete Hochschullehre, reflecting his commitment to advancing teaching excellence in higher education.