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Dr Mark Burnley, Dr S Bailey, Dr Keith Tolfrey No more applications being accepted Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Loughborough United Kingdom Biochemistry Molecular Biology Sport & Exercise Science Physiology

About the Project

This project will investigate the causes of task failure during a range of exercise tasks, including cycle ergometry, isometric and isokinetic dynamometry, and running.

A range of non-invasive techniques will be used to monitor the physiological responses to exhaustive exercise, including breath-by-breath gas exchange, electromyography, neuromuscular stimulation, and pedal force and ground reaction force measurements.

The aim of these experiments is to develop a robust set of criteria that can be used worldwide to determine the proximal cause of failure during common exercise tests (Cardiopulmonary Exercise Tests, CPET; neuromuscular fatigue tests; tests used in performance prediction, such as the power-duration relationship).

Supervisors

Primary supervisor: Dr Mark Burnley

Secondary supervisors: Dr Stephen Bailey, Dr Keith Tolfrey

Entry requirements for United Kingdom

The successful candidate will be expected to have the following essential education, skills and experience:

An upper second class degree (or equivalent) in appropriate subject such as Sport and Exercise Science; Physiology; Biochemistry; Biosciences; or Molecular Biology
MSc in appropriate subject such as Sport and Exercise Science; Physiology; Biochemistry; Biosciences; or Molecular Biology
Experience or a working knowledge in the assessment of breath-by-breath indirect calorimetry, cycle and treadmill ergometry
Experience or a working knowledge in the assessment of neuromuscular function
Experience in conducting human exercise trials
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to critically appraise scientific methodology and data
Ability to work well individually and as a member of a larger research team.

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How to apply

All applications should be made online. Under programme name, select School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences. Please quote the advertised reference number: SSEHS/MB in your application.

To avoid delays in processing your application, please ensure that you submit the minimum supporting documents.

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Funding Notes

UK fee
£4,596 full-time degree per annum
International fee
£25,100 full-time degree per annum
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

Where will I study?

Loughborough University

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