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Cardiff School of Sport (Sports Biomechancics Research Group) and Sport Wales
PhD Research Studentship (full-time) - Sport Biomechanics
Package: Three-year bursary of £13,590 per annum (2011/2012) plus tuition fees (at EU/UK rate)
Start date: March 2012
Project Title: Biomechanical indicators of injury and performance in women’s gymnastics
Supervisory Team: Dr Gareth Irwin and Dr Marianne Gittoes
Summary:
Artistic and rhythmic gymnastics are characterised by the performance of complex and difficult movement skills. The skills must be executed safely whilst strict movement criteria must be simultaneously adhered to under intense competitive and training conditions. The majority of gymnastics skills require a prominent contribution from the muscular (e.g. abdominal muscles) and skeletal (e.g. spinal column) components of the trunk to facilitate a safe attenuation of the loads experienced, whilst allowing for the execution of prescribed postures and movement patterns. The aim of this research is to develop understanding of the age-related biomechanics of trunk stability in competitive female gymnasts executing complex skills. The overall purpose of the research is to gain insight into key biomechanical indicators that may be used to facilitate gymnast-centric injury screening and performance development of female gymnasts.
This project aims to build on the internationally recognised biomechanics and gymnastic research expertise of the Sports Biomechanics Research Group (Cardiff School of Sport). The group comprises expertise including membership of the FIG Science and Medical Commission, international keynote presentations on a range of gymnastics issues to medical, coaching and scientific societies, peer review journal and book publications and in-house high performance coaching experience.
Partner Organisation:
Sport Wales, the partner organization (grant funded), is a nationwide network of support centres designed to foster the talents of our elite athletes to increase the potential for medal winning success. Working hand-in-hand with elite performers, coaches and performance directors, their sports science and sports medicine specialists offer cutting-edge assistance to help our athletes gain the extra edge.
Host Organization:
The Sport Biomechanics Research Group is based in the National Indoor Athletics Centre, within the Cardiff School of Sport. Currently there are 13 members of the group, including academic and research staff, research students and a specialist technician. Our research focuses on understanding and improving sports performance and reducing injury by combining computer simulation modelling and advanced measurement techniques within a sporting context.
Application:
Applicants should have either a good honours (at least a 2:1 classification) undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science or a related area, and potentially an MSc in Sport and Exercise Science (with a specialism in biomechanics). The applicant should be able to demonstrate the necessary experience or potential to successfully complete a higher degree by research.
As a part of this studentship, the candidate will gain experience of working alongside applied practitioners in elite sport, and will spend allocated time at the Welsh National Sports Centres.
Application forms can be downloaded from the following website:
Please send completed application form and CV to:
Jane Barnett
jbarnett@cardiffmet.ac.uk
Business Support Manager, Cardiff School of Sport
Informal enquiries should be directed to:
Dr Gareth Irwin GIrwin@cardiffmet.ac.uk: 02920 417274
Dr Marianne Gittoes magittoes@cardiffmet.ac.uk: 02920 415773
Cardiff School of Sport, Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff, CF23 6XD
Closing Date: 5th March 2012
Interview Date: To be confirmed
PhD Research Studentship (full-time) - Sport Biomechanics
Package: Three-year bursary of £13,590 per annum (2011/2012) plus tuition fees (at EU/UK rate)
Start date: March 2012
Project Title: Biomechanical indicators of injury and performance in women’s gymnastics
Supervisory Team: Dr Gareth Irwin and Dr Marianne Gittoes
Summary:
Artistic and rhythmic gymnastics are characterised by the performance of complex and difficult movement skills. The skills must be executed safely whilst strict movement criteria must be simultaneously adhered to under intense competitive and training conditions. The majority of gymnastics skills require a prominent contribution from the muscular (e.g. abdominal muscles) and skeletal (e.g. spinal column) components of the trunk to facilitate a safe attenuation of the loads experienced, whilst allowing for the execution of prescribed postures and movement patterns. The aim of this research is to develop understanding of the age-related biomechanics of trunk stability in competitive female gymnasts executing complex skills. The overall purpose of the research is to gain insight into key biomechanical indicators that may be used to facilitate gymnast-centric injury screening and performance development of female gymnasts.
This project aims to build on the internationally recognised biomechanics and gymnastic research expertise of the Sports Biomechanics Research Group (Cardiff School of Sport). The group comprises expertise including membership of the FIG Science and Medical Commission, international keynote presentations on a range of gymnastics issues to medical, coaching and scientific societies, peer review journal and book publications and in-house high performance coaching experience.
Partner Organisation:
Sport Wales, the partner organization (grant funded), is a nationwide network of support centres designed to foster the talents of our elite athletes to increase the potential for medal winning success. Working hand-in-hand with elite performers, coaches and performance directors, their sports science and sports medicine specialists offer cutting-edge assistance to help our athletes gain the extra edge.
Host Organization:
The Sport Biomechanics Research Group is based in the National Indoor Athletics Centre, within the Cardiff School of Sport. Currently there are 13 members of the group, including academic and research staff, research students and a specialist technician. Our research focuses on understanding and improving sports performance and reducing injury by combining computer simulation modelling and advanced measurement techniques within a sporting context.
Application:
Applicants should have either a good honours (at least a 2:1 classification) undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science or a related area, and potentially an MSc in Sport and Exercise Science (with a specialism in biomechanics). The applicant should be able to demonstrate the necessary experience or potential to successfully complete a higher degree by research.
As a part of this studentship, the candidate will gain experience of working alongside applied practitioners in elite sport, and will spend allocated time at the Welsh National Sports Centres.
Application forms can be downloaded from the following website:
Please send completed application form and CV to:
Jane Barnett
jbarnett@cardiffmet.ac.uk
Business Support Manager, Cardiff School of Sport
Informal enquiries should be directed to:
Dr Gareth Irwin GIrwin@cardiffmet.ac.uk: 02920 417274
Dr Marianne Gittoes magittoes@cardiffmet.ac.uk: 02920 415773
Cardiff School of Sport, Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff, CF23 6XD
Closing Date: 5th March 2012
Interview Date: To be confirmed