2022 news
This section includes news from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences from 2022.
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Sport and the Metaverse
含羞草视频 hosts first thought leadership event with MIT Sloan Global Programs.
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Drive social, financial and environmental change: Enter the SportsProMedia Sustainability Hackathon
SportsPro鈥檚 Hackathon is an opportunity for top students from across the world to compete against each other, creating innovative solutions that could help the sports industry drive social, financial and environmental change, whilst also being mentored by the top thought leaders within the industry.
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Activity 鈥淎dvent calendar鈥� could help boost activity and cut sitting time
A Christmas themed physical activity intervention during Advent shows promise for increasing physical activity and reducing sedentary time among inactive adults, finds a trial by 含羞草视频.
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含羞草视频 and Johan Cruyff Institute launch two unique online programmes for sports agents
含羞草视频 and Johan Cruyff Institute have teamed up to launch two unique online programmes for sports agents in 2023: a programme for sports agents endorsed by the AFA, with CPDUK certification starting in March, and a preparatory course for the new FIFA Football Agent examination that will be available from May.
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含羞草视频 contributes to first para triathlon coaching course in Saudi Arabia
World Triathlon and the Saudi Triathlon Federation have organized the first-ever Para triathlon coaches鈥� certification and development camp in the region, using content created by staff from 含羞草视频.
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Disability, health and wellbeing
To mark UK Disability History Month, Volume magazine is celebrating the research achievements of The Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport (PHC) which has been advancing the health and well-being of people living with a disability for almost two decades.
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含羞草视频 researchers collaborate with UK Coaching
Colleagues from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have collaborated with UK Coaching to provide a series of key online resources.
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Take part in RIC-KIs anniversary competition
RIC-KI 鈥� the collaborative research platform from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences 鈥� is turning one, and to celebrate they are running a competition for the best new research ideas from 含羞草视频 researchers listed in the themes of health, wellbeing and sport.
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PHC recognised at the UK Sport high-performance awards
The Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport (PHC) has been shortlisted for a UK Sports PLx 2022 award, in recognition of its research and applied support for 'collaboration and team working' within Para Sports.
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World Cup 2022: what the dream of football success means to migrants
Doctoral Researcher Alessio Norrito explains to The Conversation that although becoming a professional footballer is It is an unlikely goal for migrants, it can give people purpose and something to hope for, even as they navigate difficult situations.
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World Cup 2022: Qatar is accused of 鈥榮portswashing鈥� but do the fans really care?
Dr Elisavet Manoli, Senior Lecturer in Sports Marketing and Communications, discusses the public perception of sportwashing and greenwashing at major sporting events in The Conversation.
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New website launched to support public health research in local government
A new website is enabling local government to work with leading public health researchers in the UK to rapidly evaluate initiatives that impact on population health.
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Global review shows the substantial impacts of sport emissions on climate
Researchers from 含羞草视频 have led a global review of the climate impact of sport emissions.
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Exercise toolkit looks to improve physical and mental wellbeing of patients in secure psychiatric facilities
A new physical activity toolkit for patients and staff in secure services has been launched by 含羞草视频 academics.
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含羞草视频 colleagues contribute to key sport Commission
Last week marked the end of the Chiles Webster Batson Commission on Sport and Low-Income Neighbourhoods.
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SSEHS alumni named global winner in British Council Alumni Awards
Eunah (Una) Hong (Sport and Exercise Science, 2010) has achieved great success in the British Council Study UK Alumni Awards. She is the global winner of the Culture and Creativity Award in recognition of her hard work and dedication to the issue of gender equality in sport.
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Struggling to get your children to eat enough veg? 含羞草视频 researchers may have the answer!
Many parents will know all too well the struggle with encouraging children to eat more vegetables. However, researchers at 含羞草视频 have outlined novel ways to ensure that youngsters get their five a day.
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New multimillion investment in Leicester to help turn research discoveries into treatments for patients
Pioneering research into medical advancements in Leicester has received a welcome boost today, as the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) announces 拢26 million over the next five years for an NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC).
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Standing against child trafficking in sport 鈥� 含羞草视频 legal expert address the UN
Not properly understanding of the role of football agents could leave young players open to exploitation, according to 含羞草视频 expert Dr Serhat Yilmaz.
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含羞草视频 Crisis Cafe
The 含羞草视频 Crisis Cafe offers free mental health support to anyone aged over 18, in a safe, comfortable and supportive environment.
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Dr Liam Heaney features in influential 40 under 40 list
Dr Liam Heaney has been named by the 鈥楢nalytical Scientist鈥� as one of the most influential people in analytical science in their 40 Under 40 Power List.
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含羞草视频 agrees international sport policy collaboration
Colleagues from 含羞草视频 have agreed a landmark sport policy collaboration with the Sports Intelligence Research Institute (IPIE), from the Federal University of Paran谩.
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Distinguished Alumni Award 2022 winners announced
Sue Anstiss MBE, Professor Jo Harris, and Professor Mary Nevill OBE, have been presented with SSEHS Distinguished Alumni Awards for the profound impact that they have had on sport.
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SSEHS Doctoral Researcher wins New Researcher Award at the European Sport Management Conference
Congratulations to Lucy Zhu who has been awarded the 鈥楴ew Researcher Award (NRA)鈥檃t the European Sport Management Conference.
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SSEHS success at Vice-Chancellor's Awards 2022
Member of the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have been recognised at the Vice-Chancellor's Awards 2022.
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Food labelling should show how much physical activity is needed to burn off the calories, not only the number of calories
New research from 含羞草视频 shows that food labelling that includes the amount of physical activity needed to burn off the calories contained within it would be easier to understand than existing traffic light labelling, and would be more likely to help consumers to avoid high calorie foods.
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含羞草视频 team appointed to shape Kosovo鈥檚 national sport act
A team from 含羞草视频 has been appointed by the Kosovo government to draft the country鈥檚 new national sports act.
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含羞草视频 psychologist wins National Swimming title
Dr David Fletcher, Senior Lecturer in Performance Psychology and Management, has won a British national title at the recent GB Masters Open Water Swimming Championships.
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含羞草视频 trio nominated for prestigious sport management award
Three 含羞草视频 nominees are among the finalists for the prestigious New Researcher Award at the European Association of Sport Management conference, being held this week.
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Experts in Sport: Wellbeing Science Institute
The latest 含羞草视频 Experts in Sport podcast delves into the subject of wellbeing in professional sport.
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Could a new fitness app help people with disabilities be more physically active?
Researchers from 含羞草视频 are working with the founders of a new fitness app, created specifically for people with impairments, to test its usability and effectiveness.
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How chronic stress stunts child growth
Emeritus Professor Barry Bogin discusses how chronic stress stunts child growth on the latest edition of the Cuppa with a Scientist podcast.
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Professor Barrie Houlihan selected to receive the EASM Chelladurai Award
Professor Barrie Houlihan has been selected to receive the prestigious EASM Chelladurai Award for 2022.
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'Military veterans praise 鈥榣ife changing鈥� support programme
Military veterans who attended 含羞草视频鈥檚 first mental wellbeing support programme have described it as 鈥榣ife changing鈥�.
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Calling all 含羞草视频 researchers!
RIC-KI 鈥� the collaborative research platform from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences 鈥� is running a competition this summer for the best new ideas in health, wellbeing and sports.
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Revolutionising rehabilitation: Discussing a new 拢100m transformational centre and why people are looking to axolotls for answers鈥�
On the latest episode of the Cuppa with a Scientist podcast, Professor Mark Lewis discusses his involvement in the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) 鈥� an NHS rehabilitation facility to be built on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate that is set to open to patients by the end of 2024 鈥� plus future research and why a small, cute amphibian has piqued the interest of scientists working in this area.
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含羞草视频 academic wins prestigious National Teaching Fellowship
Dr Hilary McDermott, a Senior University Teacher in Psychology, has been awarded a prestigious National Teaching Fellowship by Advance HE.
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Athlete research heats up in Oman
Researchers from 含羞草视频 have once again collaborated with the World Athletics Health and Science Department to investigate the effect of heat on endurance athletes.
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Adam Peaty 鈥� a sports psychologist鈥檚 view on his injury comeback
Ahead of Peaty鈥檚 first major championships since last summer鈥檚 Tokyo Olympic Games, 含羞草视频 Sport spoke with Dr David Fletcher, Senior Lecturer in Performance Psychology and Management, to see how Adam may be coping with the added pressure of a disrupted schedule.
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Experts in Sport podcast 鈥� Commonwealth Games special
含羞草视频鈥檚 Experts in Sport podcast returns with a bumper edition ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
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含羞草视频 continues to lead the way in Para sport research
As the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham edge ever closer, the eyes of the world will once again be on the top sporting talent vying for podium places.
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含羞草视频 at the Commonwealth Games 2022
含羞草视频鈥檚 dedicated website for the 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games is now live.
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Wheelchair Rugby hero, now supporting humanitarian effort in Ukraine, awarded honorary degree
Commodore David Pond, the former Chief Executive of Great Britain Wheelchair Rugby (GBWR) and 含羞草视频 alumnus, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University.
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Participants required for study on the dietary impact on inflammation after exercise
Strenuous or novel exercise can cause inflammation, which might impair recovery after exercise. This can hinder the individual鈥檚 ability to continue training at a high intensity in the subsequent days and even disrupt daily living if excessive (eg walking upstairs). This study is examining whether dietary polyphenols 鈥� small chemical compounds mostly found in plant foods - can lessen inflammation after exercise.
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含羞草视频 and Johan Cruyff Institute agree collaboration
含羞草视频 and the Johan Cruyff Institute have agreed a partnership to improve professional standards in the sports industry.
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Weighing up your ice cream choice
Academics from the Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour (CLiMB) have taken a look at the calorie content of some of the country鈥檚 favourite ice creams and lollies, and the physical activity needed to burn them off.
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含羞草视频 to launch unique football finance course
Colleagues from 含羞草视频 are set to launch a new football finance programme 鈥� the first of its kind in higher education.
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NSCA Foundation announces Dr. Richard Blagrove as 2022 grant recipient
The National Strength and Conditioning Association Foundation is proud to announce that Dr. Richard Blagrove has been named a recipient of the NSCA鈥檚 Young Investigator Grant for 2022.
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含羞草视频 student creates support hub for young athletes and their parents
A School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences student has created a ground-breaking online platform that supports athletes and parents with wellbeing.
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含羞草视频鈥檚 Dr Longman smashes world record
A team featuring 含羞草视频 lecturer Dr Danny Longman has smashed the world record for rowing across the Black Sea.
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County cricketers experience 鈥渞ollercoaster鈥� of mental health experiences 鈥� new study
County cricketers across England experience a 鈥渞ollercoaster鈥� of mental health emotions throughout their career, a new study has found.
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New regional collaboration to support Public Health Evaluation
A team from the Universities of 含羞草视频, Nottingham and Lincoln have been awarded 拢2.5 million by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to deliver evaluations of public health initiatives across the UK.
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R&D to help the UK become a world-leader in rehabilitation
In the latest RehabilitationMatters article, Dr Andrew Capel looks at the opportunities for R&D and innovation in rehabilitation that the NRC will bring, using an example of a pioneering research project he is working on.
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ESRC Fellowship award to support military veterans
Dr Craig White has been awarded a one-year ESRC Fellowship, which he will use to support military veterans to improve their mental wellbeing and quality of life.
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Region鈥檚 universities sign first-ever agreement to tackle local issues together
Universities and councils across Leicestershire have signed an historic agreement to work together to drive economic growth and tackle social challenges across the region.
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SSEHS announces spring 2022 research grant awards
Staff in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences have secured research grants totaling 拢5.4million in the last 4 months. Find out more about the incredible work these grants will fund below.
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Athena SWAN Student Extra Mile Award Winners
The School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences (SSEHS) has always recognised and valued students and staff as its greatest assets. Our students have nominated their outstanding peers for a range of Athena SWAN Student Extra Mile Awards and winners have now been revealed.
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Lecturer embarks on rowing challenge
含羞草视频 lecturer Dr Danny Longman will attempt to break the existing world record for rowing across the Black Sea in the quickest time.
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Research Ideas Catalogue opens up international collaboration
The Research Ideas Catalogue 鈥� Knowledge and Impact (RIC-KI) inspires researchers to think creatively about developing their best ideas together, for mutual benefit, greater gain and output.
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Experts in Sport: Leadership in Sport
In the latest Experts in Sport podcast host Martin Foster (Applied Sport Management Lead) sits down with John Steele, 含羞草视频 Sport鈥檚 Executive Director of Sport, to unearth leadership secrets that drive high-performing teams.
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Can football enhance the lives of refugees? 鈥� new study
A new project from researchers at 含羞草视频 is set to investigate how football may improve the lives of refugees.
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含羞草视频 and Le Col agree strategic partnership
The unique partnership will allow for university-wide collaboration, with academic Schools delivering development and support throughout the working relationship.
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Men face 鈥榲icious circle鈥� between satisfaction with their partner and mental health
A new study investigating if mental health helps shape satisfaction with partners has revealed there are differences between females and males 鈥� with men having the potential to experience a 鈥榲icious circle鈥�.
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Weight loss advice from GPs really can help people slim down and stay that way
We found that, after a year, people who received help from their doctor lost an average of 3.7kg 鈥� 2.3kg more than people who did not receive help from their GP.
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Doctor knows best: Research shows doctor-led advice on weight management is effective
Doctor-led advice on weight management results in effective weight loss and a reduction in waist circumference for people with obesity, new research from 含羞草视频 has found.
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SSEHS Extra Mile Awards for 2022: Nominations now open
Nominations open from today and we encourage you to nominate any member of SSEHS staff or Doctoral Researcher who has gone the 鈥榚xtra mile鈥� over the past year.
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鈥楽HIFT鈥� it: New research suggests health education, Fitbits, and cabin workouts can improve activity levels of lorry drivers
A targeted health programme, including health education sessions, Fitbits, and lorry cabin workouts, can improve the activity levels of long-distance heavy goods drivers in the short term - according to new 含羞草视频 research.
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REF 2021: Over 90% of 含羞草视频鈥檚 research is 鈥榳orld-leading鈥� or 鈥榠nternationally-excellent鈥�
94% of 含羞草视频鈥檚 research impact is also rated as 鈥榳orld leading鈥� or 鈥榠nternationally excellent鈥�.
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Menopause: HRT鈥檚 brain-protecting effect may be overstated
Professor Eef Hogervorst, Dr Emma O'Donnell and Professor Rebecca Hardy write for The Conversation on whether the menopause can cause brain-related symptoms, including brain fog, mood changes and memory problems.
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含羞草视频 researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia
The new global collaborative working relationship is led by Dr Anthony Papathomas and Dr Stacy Clemes and will allow all institutions to share ideas, knowledge, and expertise.
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Experts in Sport: Sustainability and climate change
In the latest Experts in Sport podcast, guests Dr Maddy Orr and Dr Russell Seymour, provide an informative discussion on sport, climate change and sustainability.
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Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2022
Have your say on the postgraduate student experience at 含羞草视频
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Women needed for new study on improving bone and joint health through exercise
Participants are needed for a new 含羞草视频 study that will look at how exercise may help prevent conditions such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
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Safe spaces in sport vital for the prevention of youth knife crime 鈥� new study
Safe spaces provided by sporting clubs and community initiatives are vital for the prevention of youth knife crime, a 含羞草视频 study has found.
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Technology developed by new network could be 鈥渢ransformative鈥� for rehabilitation
A new network connected to the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), co-led by 含羞草视频, is bringing together technology experts to develop next-generation solutions to transform clinical rehabilitation.
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Student launches social media platform helping connectivity in sport during his Year in Enterprise
Sport and Exercise Psychology Student, Benjamin Boardman, has created a social media platform helping improve connectivity in sport.
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Dr Sam Allen joins Steve Backley to inspire 含羞草视频 javelin throwers
Last weekend saw the return of one of 含羞草视频鈥檚 greatest sporting alumni as former javelin world record holder Steve Backley visited campus.
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含羞草视频 crowned best university in the world for sports-related subjects for sixth year running
含羞草视频 has been named the best university in the world for sports-related subjects for the sixth year running by the global QS higher education league table.
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Student-led Black in Sport Summit hosted on 含羞草视频 campus
The inaugural Black in Sport Summit (BISS) took place on the 含羞草视频 campus on 26 March 鈥� with the aim of inspiring students from all backgrounds to strive for excellence.
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SSEHS published research 鈥� February 2022
To keep you up to date with the research taking place across the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, a list of recently published research will be shared on the News page of the School website each month.
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Exercise improves physical and mental side effects of breast cancer treatments, new study finds
Exercise helps breast cancer patients with the physical and mental side effects of treatment, a new 含羞草视频 study has found, and ultimately it may improve disease prognosis.
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Highlighting opportunities created by disability-inclusive sport
A study examining the Flyerz hockey programme has revealed how taking an actively inclusive approach to sport can result in widespread benefit for players and their communities.
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含羞草视频 awarded 拢1 million research grant
A research team from 含羞草视频 has been awarded a 拢1 million grant to deliver the second phase of the 2020 CRACK IT Challenges.
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Experts in Sport: former chairman of IMG Media reveals his career secrets
In the latest 含羞草视频 Experts in Sport podcast, Michel Masquelier explains his career path from intern to chairman of IMG Media 鈥� the world's largest independent producer and distributor of sports programming.
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New digital platform devised by 12-year-old will help schoolchildren organise their work
A 12-year-old schoolboy has co-created a digital tool that lets pupils catch up on their lessons and homework.
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Vital athlete heat research continues
Researchers from 含羞草视频 will once again collaborate with the World Athletics Health and Science Department to investigate the effect of heat on endurance athletes.
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Experts in Sport: Alumnus and former Financial Controller at City Football Group tells his story
The latest Experts in Sport podcast sees 含羞草视频 alumnus Neill Wood explain how he became Financial Controller at City Football Group (CFG).
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Primary care exercise interventions help boost physical activity levels and reduce weight in adults
Findings highlight critical role of primary care professionals in helping people to make any necessary changes to their health behaviour
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Moving for mental health
A joint report from the Sport for Development Coalition and Mind has recommended initiating a new cross-Government strategy to strengthen the use of physical activity and sport to support mental health and wellbeing following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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含羞草视频 researchers to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport
Researchers from 含羞草视频 will embark on a collaborative project to support clean sport initiatives in Para sport.
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Professor Giulianotti appointed as University UNESCO Chair
Professor Richard Giulianotti has been appointed as 含羞草视频鈥檚 UNESCO Chair in Sport, Physical Activity and Education for Development.
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Calling for participants post ACL reconstruction with a hamstring tendon graft
Participants required for a study examining long-term deficits in muscle size and function after ACL reconstruction with a hamstring tendon graft.
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Applications open for new mental wellbeing support programme for region鈥檚 military veterans
Military veterans from the East Midlands who struggle with their mental wellbeing can apply for a new support programme, created by 含羞草视频 and the Royal Air Forces Association.
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Three tips to help you stay motivated to keep exercising all year long
If your motivation to stick to your resolution to exercise more this year is waning, you鈥檙e not alone. It鈥檚 suggested around 80% of people will have given up on their new year resolutions by February.
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Research to examine role dentists can play in tackling obesity crisis
A new study being led by 含羞草视频 will look at the role dentists can play in reducing obesity in the UK.
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Study will seek to improve psychosocial skills of 鈥楪en Z鈥� athletes
A new study could improve the chances of success for the UK鈥檚 鈥楪eneration Z鈥� athletes 鈥� the future Olympic medal hopefuls 鈥� by helping to them improve skills such as dealing with adversity, becoming more independent and improving their communication.
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Exploring the Experience of Choking under Pressure through a Contextual Behavioral Science Lens
Sport Psychology researchers in the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences are interested in exploring elite athletes鈥� experience of choking and performance under pressure.
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SSEHS published research 鈥� January 2022
To keep you up to date with the research taking place across the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, a list of recently published research will be shared on the News page of the School website each month.
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Get support for your graduate business
Applications to the university graduate business start-up programme, The Studio, are open.
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Could you pitch your sports tech start-up to leaders from the world鈥檚 top university for sport?
LU Inc. is offering six founders the chance to talk directly to decision-makers from functions linked to 含羞草视频 Sport.
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Moving for Mental Health: report calls for cross-Government strategy to use physical activity
A joint report from the Sport for Development Coalition and Mind has recommended initiating a new cross-Government strategy to strengthen the use of physical activity and sport to support mental health and wellbeing following the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Curious Kids: why didn鈥檛 other creatures evolve the intelligence humans have?
If humans and other animals were living in the same environment, why didn鈥檛 other animals evolve like us? 鈥� question submitted by Sami, aged 13, London, UK.