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@NTUSciTech official account for the Department of Sport Science. Follow for course information, news and updates.
Nottingham, UK
Joined November 2019
Great to see our MSc Strength & Conditioning students putting theory into practice in their brand new @Eleikosport gym🤩💪@NTUSportScience
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Physical education helps children learn - but fewer hours are being delivered in UK schools. Professor Simon Cooper discusses why PE's place and importance in the curriculum must be valued for @ConversationUK. @NTUSportScience @NTUSciTech
https://t.co/s8QqpUmQ1f
theconversation.com
Physical education has many cognitive benefits for kids – including for their working memory, problem solving and maths performance.
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New study led by @J_Stanf0rd published in the latest (August) issue of Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology. As the article is the "Editor's Choice" (selected by @MarkRBeauchamp), it is free to read for the next 30 days via the following link: https://t.co/pLvDHz4Tr5
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The Female Athlete Development Programme launched @NottmTrentUni this year, providing aspiring female athletes access to NTU expertise and facilities. Dr Jessica Piasecki, Associate Professor of Female Physiology, explains more 👇▶️ @NTUSciTech @NTUSportScience @JessCoulson90
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As the UEFA Women's EURO 2025 gets underway, Samantha Abbott and Neil Williams explore how the risk of illness increases before a tournament - and the strategies that could help keep the Lionesses match fit. @NTUSportScience @ntu_research @NottmTrentUni
https://t.co/5vISRrOE2a
theconversation.com
Cold and flu symptoms could knock players out of the Euros but targeted nutrition could help keep the Lionesses on the pitch.
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'If we get it right, a robot might not just help you remember your pills. It might help you keep your independence.' @DanieleMagistro explores whether robots could help us to age better in this piece for @ConversationUK. @NTUSciTech @NTUSportScience
https://t.co/1JUI07l1w7
theconversation.com
Can a robot help you remember your pills, lift shopping, and even offer companionship? Yes – if it’s co-designed by its users.
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Great session yesterday with coach developers on the role (and balance) of challenge and support. Thanks to @Martin_Dighton and @Marianne_D1 for the invitation to join @_UKCoaching Coach Development Conversations. Looking forward to seeing where this conversation continues!
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'Horrific', 'bizarre', 'lonely'. Dr Jessica Piasecki discusses research which explored how women going through menopause described their personal experiences. @JessCoulson90 @NTUSciTech @NTUSportScience @ntu_research
https://t.co/t2e4fQbvLM
theconversation.com
Oestrogen and progesterone aren’t just about reproduction. They shape everything from our sleep to our mental health.
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Join our Postgraduate Open Day on 4 June for our new MSc in Sport Management and step forward towards the career you want. The course has a particular focus on applying your learning in the areas of sport ecology, sales, and sports law. More information: https://t.co/ZF02P5nSHx
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We are excited to be sharing news of our new MSc in Sport Psychology at NTU launching in September 2025. The MSc course has an emphasis on youth development across 6 exciting modules. Please see the enclosed link for more information ( https://t.co/V4ZvKdvYss). Please RT/share.
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đź“ŁOPEN ACCESS PUBLICATION!đź“Ł Another of my PhD studies has been published in JHP! This study explored the role of goal motives for physical activity and mental well-being whilst considering the roles of self-efficacy, motivation and affective experiences https://t.co/0oDv6MBL3u
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Thrilled to share our latest research🎉 @GeroScienceAGE
https://t.co/0DpHilnUnc Our study shows that physical activity influences gut microbiota composition in older adults. @NTUSportScience @ntu_research @KirstyHunter123 @gemmaewalton
link.springer.com
GeroScience - The composition and functionality of the gut microbiota (GM) changes throughout the life course. As we move into older age, it starts to shift towards a less healthy one, which may...
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Enjoyed taking the time to reflect on the last 30 years of scientist-practioner oriented work here. Thanks for the invite @thelwellrc and @Human_Kinetics
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This #InternationalWomensDay, @JessCoulson90 from our @NTUSportScience highlights the need for more female-focused research. We’re tackling the menopause gap by exploring how the loss of oestrogen and progesterone affects the body🤩👇
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.@NottmTrentUni student Ellis Mee named in the Guardian as one of the shining stars of the Men's Six Nations rugby championship. The sport science and management student made his international debut for Wales v Ireland at the weekend. @NTUSport
https://t.co/FsClHeocZz
theguardian.com
Ellis Mee, who would not have registered with many before this tournament, has been one of the shining stars so far
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Aspiring female athletes will benefit from NTU expertise and facilities via a new Female Athlete Development Programme. Ten athletes have been selected for the one year programme, thought to be the first of its kind. @JessCoulson90 @NTUSportScience
https://t.co/B0JokA1HxE
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Launch day this coming weekend!!!
Aspiring female athletes will benefit from NTU expertise and facilities via a new Female Athlete Development Programme. Ten athletes have been selected for the one year programme, thought to be the first of its kind. @JessCoulson90 @NTUSportScience
https://t.co/B0JokA1HxE
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NTU and Nottingham Panthers forge a dynamic partnership to empower students We are proud to announce our new collaboration with Nottingham Panthers Ice Hockey Club that will transform the connection between academic studies and professional sports:
ntu.ac.uk
Discover the exciting collaboration between Nottingham Trent University and the Nottingham Panthers Ice Hockey Club, transforming the connection between academia and professional sports.
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Great to have @Chrischappie of @_UKCoaching join us yesterday @NottmTrentUni @NTUSportScience to share his journey through PE teaching, coaching & coach development, in addition to supporting students in planning for a coach development-focused assessment. Thanks again Chappie!
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Fantastic to share the @playtheirway #voicechoicejourney philosophy with our @NottmTrentUni @NTUSportScience 1st year cohort of Sport Science & Coaching students yesterday. Sits perfectly with our coverage of FMS & coaching children. The future is bright đź‘Ś
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