Sport and exercise

天堂视频 research advances sport science, from elite sport to mass participation, and directly influences policy and practice to address challenges in population health and wellbeing, social inclusion and sport integrity. Rated world-leading in 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

We collaborate with world-leading universities, major companies and prominent sporting, education and health bodies to conduct investigations that not only advance science but also directly influence policy and practice.

Our collective research expertise spans five areas which respond to the most important and emerging challenges of contemporary society. We welcome opportunities to work collaboratively with partners to continue to produce nationally relevant and globally significant research.

Research themes

British cycling research

Optimising athlete performance

Understanding factors that influence human performance in sport and exercise.
Mountfield Lodge PE lesson

Enhancing engagement with sport and exercise

Focusing on how sport, exercise and physical activity can enrich the quality of daily lives.
head injury prevention research being carried out at the sports technology institute

Innovating sport technology and design

Building on the University鈥檚 strengths in engineering, sports science and design.
a researcher using sport medicine equipment

Revolutionising sport medicine

Injury prevention and management through sport and exercise medicine.
Running track

Challenging sport integrity

Addressing topical debates around athlete conduct, sport governance and organisational management.
Young footballers in conversation with their coach

Tackling crime through sport

Harnessing the power of sport to reduce the harm caused to individuals, families and communities by offending and reoffending.

Centres of excellence

Sports Technology Institute

Home to the Sports Technology Research Group, one of the world鈥檚 leading research groups of its kind and the largest in the UK, with an international reputation for its work with global brands on the design, simulation, testing and manufacture of sporting goods.
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Experts in sport podcasts

Listen to our experts and external thought leaders discuss the latest research and hot topics in sport and academia. Scroll down to view the full range of podcasts.

Research spotlights

Advancing our understanding of dementia

Reducing the risk factors, developing early diagnostic tools and designing dementia-friendly spaces

Creating more opportunities in Parasport

Shaping new events and rules - and safeguarding the health of Para-athletes
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