جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Sport Performance Analysis
• Curriculum Development
• Sports Technology
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Dr. Nimai Parmar is an Associate Professor in Sport Performance Analysis at Middlesex University's London Sports Institute. He leads the MSc Sport Performance Analysis program and oversees postgraduate sports education both on-campus and online. With extensive international curriculum development experience across 5+ countries, Parmar focuses on advancing sport analytics through innovative EDI mentorship programs and industry partnerships with Olympic/Paralympic teams and governing bodies. His research emphasizes tactical analysis in football, rugby, and handball, while his leadership roles include Executive Committee membership with the International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport (ISPAS). Education: PhD in Sport Performance Analysis (Middlesex University, 2017). Professional roles include external examinations at Worcester University and Cardiff Metropolitan University, plus consultancy with professional sports organizations. Active in international conferences, having edited 3 conference proceedings books. Research interests span performance indicators development, tactical game analysis, and workforce diversity in sports analytics. Supervised 8 current PhD students and 11 completed postgraduate research projects. Recognized for contributions to international accreditation frameworks and sports technology integration.

• Motor Learning
• Sport Psychology
• Physical Education
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Thomas Simpson is a **Lecturer in Motor Learning & Skill Acquisition** at **Edge Hill University**, focusing on the OPTIMAL theory applications in physical education and sport science. His research emphasizes autonomy-supportive environments, external focus strategies, and children's motor development. He holds a PhD (2023), MRes (2018), and BSc (2021) from Edge Hill University, all centered on motor learning and attentional interventions. **Education:** PhD: Optimising Children's Motor Learning Environment (2023) MRes: Effects of Attentional Strategies on Dart Throwing (2018) BSc: Sport and Exercise Science (2021) **Research Interests:** Autonomy support in learning environments External focus techniques for motor skill improvement Children's motor development and assessment OPTIMAL theory applications in education and sport **Recent Research Trends:** - Explores the intersection of attentional focus, motivation, and motor performance in both children and adults. - Investigates blended learning models and pandemic-related educational adaptations. - Advances practical applications of OPTIMAL theory in physical education curricula. **Grants & Awards:** No awards explicitly mentioned. **Labs/Teams:** Active in **Sport & Exercise Performance, Enhancement & (P)rehabilitation** research groups at Edge Hill University.

Jordan Lefebvreمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Developmental Networks
• Mentoring
• Transformational Leadership
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Dr. Jordan Lefebvre is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences , University of Queensland . His research focuses on coach development, mentorship, and leadership in elite sports, particularly in international events like the Olympic and Paralympic Games. He collaborates with institutions such as the Queensland Academy of Sport , Australian Institute of Sport , and national sports organizations including Athletics Australia and Basketball Australia . Bachelor (Honours) of Psychology (Clinical), Bishop's University Masters (Research) of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Queen's University Doctor of Philosophy of Sport and Exercise Psychology, McGill University His research interests span Developmental Networks , Mentoring , Transformational Leadership , and Mental Health in Sports . Recent studies include evaluating programs for coach effectiveness in high-pressure situations and mental health awareness in elite ice hockey. Dr. Lefebvre is certified as a Mental Performance Consultant with the Canadian Sport Psychology Association and available for supervision. His projects often involve collaborations with elite sports organizations, emphasizing practical applications of sport psychology principles.

Christiane Wilkeمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Sports Medicine
• Exercise Science
• Physical Therapy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Christiane Wilke is a Researcher at the German Sport University Cologne, affiliated with the Institute for Movement Therapy and Movement-Oriented Prevention and Rehabilitation and the Department of Movement-Oriented Prevention and Rehabilitation Sciences. She is actively engaged in research and clinical work with a focus on sports medicine, rehabilitation science, and exercise physiology, particularly in the areas of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, physical activity in children, and gender differences in athletic performance. Her research interests span multiple domains of movement therapy and rehabilitation sciences. Dr. Wilke's work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to prehabilitation before ACL reconstruction, functional performance assessment in youth athletes, and understanding the relationship between physical activity and motor skills in children. She has made significant contributions to understanding gender differences in athletic performance metrics and rate of force development under fatigue conditions. Dr. Wilke's publication record shows a strong focus on practical applications of sports medicine research, with numerous studies translating scientific findings into clinical practice. Her work on back training programs ('Rücken basic' and 'Rücken plus') demonstrates her commitment to developing evidence-based prevention and rehabilitation protocols. Recent publications (2024-2025) continue to advance knowledge in ACL rehabilitation, youth athletic performance, and gender-specific responses to exercise. Dr. Wilke collaborates extensively with colleagues including Rebecca Abel, Giordano Scinicarelli, Ingo Froböse, and Bianca Biallas, with whom she has numerous joint publications and research projects. Her work has been featured in media outlets discussing cruciate ligament injuries and workplace health issues.

Nick Rileyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cognitively engaging physical activity
• Health and Physical Education
• Movement-based Learning
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Nick Riley from the School of Education at the University of Newcastle is a leader in integrating physical activity into academic curricula. His 'Thinking While Moving' program (partnered with NSW DoE School Sport Unit) combines movement with mathematics and English lessons, demonstrating improved student behavior and academic outcomes through four RCTs. With 14 years of teaching experience in Northern England, Riley now focuses on pre-service teacher training through the Transform Ed study with Deakin University. Program Convenor for Bachelor of Education (Primary) since 2021 Designed assessment tools for foundational movement skills via Best Start digital app Research Expertise: Riley's work addresses physical activity integration, sedentary behavior reduction, and movement-based pedagogy in primary/secondary schools. His recent studies examine cognitively demanding physical activity in secondary mathematics. Scientific Awards: 2021 College Excellence award for Community Engagement (Team) 2019 DVC (A) Merit List for Teaching Excellence 2018 FEDUA Dean's Excellence Award for Collaboration Grants: Secured over $1.1M in funding since 2012, including HMRI grants and NSW Department of Education partnerships for digital tools.

• Skill Acquisition
• Sports Science and Exercise
• Performance Analysis
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Adam Gorman is an Associate Professor in the School of Exercise & Nutrition Sciences at QUT, specializing in skill acquisition and sports science. He holds a PhD from the University of Queensland and has extensive experience in elite sports through roles at the Australian Institute of Sport and as a secondary school teacher. His research focuses on optimizing practice design, equipment scaling for junior sports, and constraints-led approaches to enhance skill development across various sports like basketball, volleyball, and cricket. Education: PhD (Human Movement Studies), University of Queensland; Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary Teaching), Federation University; Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours), Federation University. Research interests include representative practice design, creativity in sports (e.g., rugby), and leveraging technology (e.g., XR) in high-performance training. His work emphasizes practical applications for both elite and youth athletes. Recent articles explore topics like coach-athlete dynamics in the digital era, creativity cultivation in rugby, and pressure training practices in elite sports. Gorman collaborates with organizations like the Future Food Systems CRC and has contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications. He advises on doctoral research, such as 'Understanding Coaching Behaviours and The Role of Remote Coaching Technologies in Para Sport,' and actively engages in grants and interdisciplinary projects to advance sports science.

• Sport and rhythmic gymnastics
• Motor skill assessment
• Talent identification in sports
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Ana Kezić is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split, Croatia, appointed in December 2022. She specializes in kinesiology with research focus on sport and rhythmic gymnastics, motor skill assessment, and talent identification in sports. She teaches courses in rhythmic gymnastics methodology and fundamental movement skills assessment across undergraduate and graduate programs. Education: VSS (Undergraduate degree), Faculty of Natural Sciences and Education, University of Split (2007) PhD (Dr. sc.), Faculty of Kinesiology, University of Split (2011) Research Areas: Her research encompasses sport and rhythmic gymnastics, fundamental movement skill assessment, talent identification protocols, and kinesiological anthropology. She investigates motor skill acquisition in gymnastics, performance analysis techniques, and the development of assessment tools for young athletes. Teaching Portfolio: She serves as course coordinator and lecturer for: Theory and Methodology of Rhythmic Gymnastics (undergraduate) Theory and Methodology of Sports Gymnastics 1 & 2 (undergraduate) Fundamental Movement Skills Assessment (graduate) Sports Trainer specialization in Rhythmic Gymnastics (professional programs) Article Trends: Her recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate expertise in sports science applications across multiple disciplines, with particular emphasis on talent identification methodologies, neuromuscular assessment techniques (tensiomyography), and performance analysis in combat sports and gymnastics. Research spans from genetic testing considerations to nutritional assessment protocols for young athletes.

Angus Leahyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Physical Activity Promotion
• High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
• Adolescent Cognition
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Dr. Angus Leahy is a Lecturer at the School of Education , University of Newcastle, specializing in school-based physical activity interventions. His research focuses on implementing High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) programs like Burn 2 Learn to improve physiological, psychological, and cognitive health in senior school students, with recent adaptations for adolescents living with disability. PhD in Education (2021), University of Newcastle Bachelor of Teaching (Health & Physical Education) Honours (2016) His research integrates exercise science, cognitive development, and inclusive education , with articles analyzing HIIT's effects on executive functions, stress reactivity, and brain metabolism . Current projects examine movement behavior optimization for obesity management and motivational design in physical education. Scientific recognitions include: 2024 Best Early Career Researcher Presentation (Asia-Pacific Society for Physical Activity) 2023 College of Human and Social Futures Excellence Awards 2022 Best Higher Degree Research Thesis Multiple HDR publication awards As a course coordinator for PE Studies and Lifetime Physical Activities , he translates research into curriculum development while collaborating with organizations like the NSW Department of Education and Central Coast Mariners for community health initiatives.

Ron Zernickeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Biomechanics
• Sports Science
• Musculoskeletal Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Ron Zernicke, D.Sc., Ph.D., is a Professor at the University of Michigan's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. His research focuses on biomechanics, sports science, and musculoskeletal health, with particular emphasis on injury prevention, wearable technology integration, and athlete performance optimization. He leads interdisciplinary projects exploring biomechanical adaptations in runners, the effects of strength training on gait mechanics, and the application of AI in physical activity interventions for neurodivergent children. Key research areas include bone stress injury mechanisms, spring-mass characteristics in running, and the use of inertial measurement units (IMUs) for gait analysis. His work spans elite athletes to clinical populations, addressing aging-related mobility challenges and osteoarthritis biomechanics. Dr. Zernicke has collaborated on longitudinal studies assessing risk factors for bone stress injuries in collegiate runners and pioneered methods to align organizational policies for scalable school-based physical activity programs. Recent publications examine seasonal variations in basketball player movements, AI-driven program adaptation for neurodivergent children, and the relationship between psychological hope and health outcomes via wearable data. His research often bridges laboratory findings with real-world applications, emphasizing translational impact in sports medicine and public health. Dr. Zernicke’s lab focuses on musculoskeletal biomechanics, leveraging technologies like IMUs and smartwatches to advance injury prevention and performance enhancement. He advocates for evidence-based strategies to promote optimal mobility across the lifespan, emphasizing the interplay between exercise, biological systems, and environmental factors.

Sara Gombattoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rehabilitation Biomechanics
• Low Back Pain Mechanisms
• Movement Analysis
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Sara Gombatto is a Professor in the Department of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences at San Diego State University (SDSU). Her research focuses on rehabilitation biomechanics, particularly mechanisms underlying chronic-recurrent low back pain (LBP), using advanced tools like 3D movement analysis, MRI, and portable motion sensors. Education: PhD in Movement Science, Washington University MS in Physical Therapy, Ithaca College BS in Clinical Science, Ithaca College Research Interests: Biomechanics of low back pain 3D motion analysis Posture and movement relationships Development of portable movement monitoring systems Recent Article Trends: Her work explores differences in lumbar and lower extremity kinematics between LBP and non-LBP cohorts, biopsychosocial risk factors post-amputation, BMI impacts on lumbar surgery outcomes, and sensor-based kinematic monitoring. Labs & Teams: She leads the Rehabilitation Biomechanics Laboratory at SDSU, integrating clinical and laboratory-based analyses to advance understanding of movement-related impairments.

Zoë Franklinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Chronic Pain Management
• Personality Type Analysis
• Anxiety in Clinical Populations
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Dr. Zoë Franklin is a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University's Institute of Sport. Her research focuses on improving chronic pain management through personalized approaches that integrate personality type analysis and anxiety response mechanisms. She leads a £6,000 Nuffield-funded project exploring virtual reality’s role in anxiety treatment (2019-ongoing). Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as 'Psychology of Pain and Rehabilitation' and 'Active Environments and Behaviour Change.' She supervises PhD students investigating personality-cognitive bias interactions in chronic pain contexts and internet-based interventions for musicians. Key research themes include cognitive biases in clinical populations, eye gaze metrics in pain management, and neurorehabilitation techniques for Parkinson’s patients. Her work bridges sport science, clinical psychology, and technology applications, with publications in journals like Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience and Pain Practice . Awards: 1st Prize for Best Oral Presentation (Pain in Motion Conference, 2015) 1st Prize for Best Presentation (MMU Postgraduate Student Conference, 2015) Advising and grants include co-leading a Parkinson’s rehabilitation project and contributing to VR-based training simulations. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across psychology, neuroscience, and sports medicine. Labs and teams: Active in the Institute of Sport’s chronic pain research cluster and neurorehabilitation working group.

• Exercise Physiology
• Human Performance
• Rehabilitation Science
• +۱ مورد دیگر

William Amonette is a Professor and Program Director of Kinesiology in the Department of Clinical, Health, and Applied Sciences at the University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Sciences and Humanities. He holds a Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Texas Medical Branch. His research focuses on physiological predictors of human performance, injury mechanisms in athletes, and innovative rehabilitation interventions using technologies like virtual reality. He maintains collaborations with NASA and professional sports organizations. Professor Amonette has extensive practical experience, including previous roles as a strength coach for the Chinese National Basketball Team, Houston Rockets, and NASA astronaut training programs.

Rita Ferraz de Oliveiraمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Visual Perception
• Exercise Participation
• Perceptual-Motor Recalibration
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Rita Ferraz de Oliveira is an Associate Professor in the School of Applied Sciences at London South Bank University (LSBU). She leads the Sport and Exercise Science Research Centre (SESRC) and the Brain Mind and Behaviour Group (BMBG). Her research focuses on environmental influences on human behavior, particularly in performance contexts such as visual perception in sports like basketball shooting and adherence to physical activity. Previously, she held roles at Royal Holloway University of London, German Sport University Cologne, and VU University Amsterdam. Education: PhD in Human Movement Science (2003–2007). Professional roles include Chair of LSBU’s Research Ethics and Integrity Committee and membership in the British Association for Sport and Exercise Sciences’ Public Advisory Board. She supervises PhD projects on visual perception in performance and facilitators to exercise participation. Key research themes include multitasking, perceptual-motor recalibration, and cultural competence in cross-cultural training. Her recent publications address urban walkability, coach migration, and pandemic impacts on older adults’ physical activity. She actively participates in international conferences and public engagement initiatives.

Alberto Sánchez Sixtoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Biomechanics
• Physical Education
• Sports Performance Analysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alberto Sánchez Sixto is an Associate Professor at Universidad Pablo de Olavide, affiliated with the Department of Sports and Information Technology. His research focuses on biomechanics, sports performance, and physical education within the AFSD (Physical Activity, Health and Sport) research group. He earned his PhD in 2018 with the thesis 'The relevance of countermovement depth in vertical jump performance' under Dr. Pablo Floría. Born: February 1, 1989, in Cádiz, Spain Academic Rank: Associate Professor Research Areas: Biomechanics, Sports Performance, Physical Education Email: asansix@upo.es His research spans biomechanics, sports physiology, and training methodologies. Recent publications examine flywheel training validation, muscle oxygenation in squats, joint movement patterns in runners, and the impact of verbal instructions on basketball players' reactive strength. He also explores social media applications (e.g., Instagram) in university education. As a professional basketball referee in Spain's ACB League since 2017, his work uniquely bridges academic research and practical sports officiating. His studies on physical activity monitoring, velocity-based resistance training, and gait coordination variability contribute to both athletic performance optimization and referee workload analysis.

• Physical Education
• Educational Assessment
• Teacher Training
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Francisco José Miranda Gonçalves is an Adjunct Professor at the Polytechnic Institute of Viana do Castelo with concurrent research appointments at multiple institutions including the Polytechnic Institute of Viseu. His work focuses on Physical Education pedagogy , formative assessment , and school-based physical activity interventions . Holding a PhD in Physical Education and Sports Sciences from the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro, he has published 57 specialized journal articles , authored 5 books , and produced 7 book chapters while organizing 29 academic events . Education PhD in Physical Education and Sports Sciences (2010), University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro Bachelor's in Physical Education and Sports Teaching (2004), University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro His research bridges educational assessment with motor competence development , emphasizing: Strength training integration in school curricula Formative evaluation methodologies Adventure sports safety protocols Playground activity optimization Student motivation and sports participation dynamics Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on school physical education reform , pedagogical supervision , and physical fitness measurement through tools like Fitnessgram. He has supervised 72 master's theses and co-supervised 1, while engaging in 76 collaborative research projects . Recent work explores nature-based learning environments and interdisciplinary primary school physical education approaches .