Sport and Exercise Science
Research
Our vision
The research cluster for sport and exercise brings together the diverse expertise within the Sport and Exercise community at BCU. We have a range of established researchers, early career researchers, PhD, Masters, and undergraduate students contributing to improving performance and health across the city of Birmingham and beyond. The centre targets interdisciplinary research ranging from elite sport performance and talent recognition through to nutritional and physical activity interventions. We aim to establish our place in the national and international research community and seek the fundamental knowledge that will pave the way to new interventions and policies.
Our objectives
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The research cluster fosters the 2030 strategy ‘Rooted in Birmingham, reaching beyond’ to produce research for a better and more inclusive society.
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To advance cross-disciplinary research through engagement with healthcare providers, regional and national stakeholders, sport clubs and industry.
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To support an inclusive research environment that contributes to the teaching and development of our students.
Research Groups
RAYSD Lab
Collaborating with industry partners to create evidence-informed organisational structures and more equitable youth sport settings so every young person can achieve their potential.
Discover the RAYSD LabHuman Performance and Health Lab
Committed to pursuing improved sport performance through research exploring factors contributing to athletic success; including training, recovery and adaptation.
Discover the labPhysical Activity and Environment
Aiming to understand the impacts of physical activity on people, communities, places, and environments, and in turn, the impact they have on physical activity.
Contact
For more information on Sport and Exercise Science research, contact the cluster leads Adam Herbert (Adam.Herbert@bcu.ac.uk) and Neil Clarke (neil.clarke@bcu.ac.uk).