How many of us have played on artificial grass pitches and noticed a change in our movements, or use different boots compared to when we play on natural grass? Do we perform or fall differently […]
recruitment: Postdoctoral Researcher, ‘Learning in Motion’ Project.
About the role The purpose of the advertised role is to conduct research activities for the Learning in Motion project, led by the Professor Elaine Murtagh (University of Limerick) and Dr Ahmad Aljanazrah (Birzeit University). […]
Gamescom Cologne 2023: feedback and outcomes – Antoine Dupuy.
As a first-year PhD candidate for the University of Limerick and for the Esports Science Research Lab (ESRL), I had the pleasure to participate in a 4-days event at Gamescom Cologne 2023 accompanied by my […]
Publication: Identifying school-based teacher educators’ professional learning needs: an international survey
Research Impact: This study provides an international needs analysis of the professional learning needs of this occupational group through a survey of 1680 school-based teacher educators (SBTEs) conducted in 12 countries. While the findings from […]
A PhD students experience of a mobility period- Blended Intensive Programme at the University of Porto – Caera Grady.
When the email went around advertising an 8- week physical activity blended intensive programme, including two-weeks in person, I thought about what a wonderful opportunity it would be. Upon first glance it appeared only suitable […]
My PESS Internship Journey: A Sense of Purpose – Darragh Collins.
As part of my role as a PESS intern, I was tasked with assisting “Project REACH”, with a focus on data analysis from a survey designed and disseminated last year. As a student coming out […]
Publication: The Use of Recovery Strategies in Gaelic Games: A Mixed-Methods Analysis
Research Impact: This study investigated Gaelic players’ (i) use of recovery strategies following exercise; (ii) recovery strategy use according to sport, biological sex, and playing standard; and (ii) the possible periodization. The results demonstrate that […]
The Benefits of Erasmus mobility programmes – Kevin Volf.
It seems to have rained all summer here in Limerick. Luckily for me, I escaped two weeks of it by participating in a staff mobility programme facilitated by UL Global. The advantages of travelling abroad […]
recruitment: Assistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Limerick.
APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR Assistant Professor in Sport and Exercise Sciences, University of Limerick Contract Type: Tenure Track (five year fixed term). During the term of the contract the successful applicant will have the opportunity to […]
PESS Sport Pedagogy researchers are an impressive presence at the 2023 AIESEP International Conference – Rhoda Sohun.
In July 2023, I along with colleagues from PESS travelled to Santiago de Chile for the 2023 AIESEP international Conference, “Emerging Horizons: Bridging the border between Physical Education Research and Practice”. Hosted for the […]
