Jan Christian Brønd is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics at the University of Southern Denmark, where he is affiliated with RICH - Research In Childhood Health. His work bridges clinical biomechanics, public health, and pediatric physical activity research. University: University of Southern Denmark Department: Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics Research Group: RICH - Research In Childhood Health His research focuses on physical activity, sedentary behavior, motor skill development in children, and the use of accelerometers for objective measurement in clinical and population settings. He investigates health outcomes in children, individuals with multimorbidity, and chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and multiple sclerosis. His recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on randomized controlled trials, longitudinal interventions, and device-based data collection. Key themes include childhood obesity prevention, inflammation in chronic disease, rehabilitation in neurological conditions, and the impact of screen time on physical activity. Scientific contributions include high-impact studies published in journals like Nature Medicine , BMJ Public Health , and European Journal of Sport Science . He has taught courses such as Clinical Movement Analysis , Learning and Cognition , and Best Practice in Childhood Physical Activity and Health . He has also supervised students and led components of major research trials. Public engagement includes media appearances discussing calorie expenditure beyond gym settings. His research network spans national and international collaborations, particularly in public health and chronic disease management.







