A seasoned sports biomechanist with over 16 years of university teaching and research experience specializes in applied sports science, focusing on two-handed swinging motions (hockey, golf) and kayaking mechanics. They currently serve as an Associate Professor in Sports Science at a UK university (since 2019) and lead the MSc Sport Science programme—emphasizing applied practice and community engagement.
Previously, they held roles as Principal Lecturer (2018–2019) and Senior Lecturer (2007–2018) at the same institution, shaping sports science curriculum and delivering teaching. Their research background includes a postdoctoral position in Japan (1996–1997), where they contributed to computational fluid dynamics modeling of insect flight. Academically, they hold two PhDs: one in Sports Biomechanics (Indiana University Bloomington, 2010) and another in Zoology (University of Cambridge, 1988–1996), blending biological science insights with sports mechanics expertise. They also provide consultancy on technique analysis (video/opto-electronic) and strength assessment, bridging academic research with real-world sports coaching and athlete support.