ParaFit 2032
Optimising performance and health in Para athletes
Advancing the performance and health of Para athletes through an increased understanding of the interactions between performance, well-being, gender and equipment ergonomics.
Despite extensive research around non-disabled athletes, knowledge gaps remain in understanding impairment-specific factors affecting training, injury prevention and recovery.
The University is a world leader in Para sport science, and ParaFit 2032 builds on the success of our pioneering Peter Harrison Centre for Disability Sport (PHC).
The Research Cluster brings together academics from several schools and disciplines to enhance its expertise - uniquely integrating data science, biomechanics, physiology, psychophysiology, engineering and cutting-edge sensor technologies.
Led by foremost Para sport scientists and transdisciplinary academics, it collaborates with athletes, coaches, industry, ParalympicsGB and the UK Sport Institute (UKSI) to translate real-world challenges into impactful research. In addition, this PhD cluster draws upon the expertise and networks of our Global Sports University Network (GSUN).
The outputs generated by ParaFit will deliver crucial impact for Brisbane 2032 and help shape the future of Para sport science and practice.
Right-hand banner image used courtesy of ParalympicsGB.
