معرفی
Dr. Victoria Penpraze is a Senior Lecturer in Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health at the University of Glasgow. Her research focuses on physical activity measurement, obesity interventions, and health outcomes in populations including children with intellectual disabilities, adults with disabilities, and companion animals. She leads studies on accelerometer validation and has contributed to canine obesity research.
Her work integrates clinical and applied research, with notable projects on:
- Accelerometer calibration protocols for disabled populations
- Family-pet exercise interventions (CPET trial)
- Graduate outcomes in sports science education
Key grants include Baily Thomas Charitable Fund projects on sedentary behavior and physical activity interventions, plus NHS-funded studies on child disability health. She collaborates with veterinary researchers, sports scientists, and public health teams.
Notable publications span journals like Pilot and Feasibility Studies, Advances in Physiology Education, and Research in Developmental Disabilities. Her 2021 book Acceptance and Commitment Approaches for Athletes’ Wellbeing highlights interdisciplinary health strategies.
