Coxing is a highly specialised skillset in the sport of rowing which has received limited research to date. The aim of this study was to explore what elite coxswains say during rowing races. The study […]
Category: Research
Understanding Fat Tissue Energetics in Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes – Dr John Noone
Adipose (fat) tissue plays an active role in the body’s metabolism—not just storing fat but also influencing energy use and hormone activity. As obesity and type 2 diabetes rates increase, it is important to understand […]
Publication: Preservice teachers’ perceived and assessed levels of examinable physical education content knowledge – Dr Brendan O’ Keefe
Physical education is now examined as part of the Leaving Certificate in Ireland. The primary aim of this study was to analyse the relationship between preservice physical education teachers’ perceived and assessed Leaving Certificate Physical […]
PUBLICATION: Multi-disciplinary Teams in High Performance Sport, The What and The How: A Utopian View or a Darker Reality – DR JOHN KIELY
This paper critically explores the practical realities of multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) in high-performance sport. While MDTs are widely promoted as a gold standard for supporting elite athletes, the article highlights that their success hinges on […]
Toward policy preparedness in physical education – DR JENNA LORUSSO
In this position paper, we propose the uptake of policy preparedness by all physical education (PE) professionals so that they may best address policy issues to enhance quality PE. Our working vision is that policy preparedness starts […]
Task difficulty promotes tactical learning but supresses the positive learning effects of autonomy and cognitive effort – DR PHIL KEARNEY
Learning conditions that provide individuals with some relevant choice over aspects of the practice task (autonomy), and those that attempt to optimise the challenge of the practice task, have been reported to enhance skill development. […]
Beyond Right or Left: Rethinking Limb Dominance in Gaelic Football – karol dillon.
In Gaelic football, where players use both hands and feet to execute skills, the ability to perform actions on both sides of the body is seen as advantageous. This ability, known as bilaterality, is often […]
Publication: Effectiveness of Physical Activity Policies in Early Childhood Education and Care
Research Impact: Dr Sven Messing and Dr Kevin Volf were involved in conducting a systematic review to analyse the effectiveness of public policies promoting physical activity (PA) in the early childhood education and care (ECEC) […]
Irish Rugby Injury Surveillance (IRIS): Continued Professional Development Evening for Participating Schools and Clubs – Laura Power, Kilian Bibby, Lauren Guilfoyle and Tabby Billingham
Continued Professional Development (CPD) is a large component of many sectors, including sports science. CPD events allow for opportunities for progressive learning, alongside networking with experts in the field and like-minded individuals. In a world […]
Policy Research in Physical Activity, Physical Education, and Sport – A webinar – Dr. Sven Messing.
In March 2025, the University of Limerick’s Physical Activity for Health Research Centre hosted a unique webinar titled “Policy research in physical activity, physical education, and sport: Shared goals, diverse approaches.” This event was organised […]
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