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Biography
Kurtis is a researcher in the School of Computing, Engineering and Intelligent Systems. He graduated from the University of Glasgow in Physiology and Sport Science and completed a PhD in Sport Science, specialising in the use of wearable s-EMG technology (Athos, California) for monitoring elite athlete load.
Alongside his research, Kurtis has worked as a sport science practitioner in professional sport, including in preparation for major competitions such as the Commonwealth Games, Australia. He is an accredited member of the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) and has published work in both applied performance science and health-based technologies.
Through his private performance consultancy, he provides support to athletes, teams, and businesses, focusing on performance optimisation and the practical application of sport science and technology.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Feasibility and Reliability of a Novel Wearable Surface-EMG Garment in Professional Basketball, University of Glasgow
1 Jan 2018 → 1 Oct 2022
Award Date: 1 Oct 2023
Bachelor, Physiology & Sport Science , University of Glasgow
Award Date: 1 Sept 2017
External positions
Director - NI, Athlete Focused
2023 → …
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Community Currency Incentives for Adopting Healthy Behaviours and Improving Community Care in Socio-Economically Deprived Older Adults in West Belfast
Ashcroft, K., Condell, J. & McPeake, S., 9 Apr 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Cerina: cognitive–behavioural therapy-based mobile application for managing GAD symptoms among Ulster University Students in Northern Ireland – a protocol for a pilot feasibility randomised controlled trial
Eylem-van Bergeijk, O., Poulter, S., Ashcroft, K., Robinson, T., Mane, P., Islam, M., Condell, J. & Leavey, G., 1 Jun 2024, In: BMJ Open. 14, 6, p. 1-12 13 p., e083554.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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An Investigation of Surface EMG Shorts-Derived Training Load during Treadmill Running
Ashcroft, K., Robinson, T., Condell, J., Penrpaze, V. & Bird, S., 7 Aug 2023, In: Sensors. 23, 15, p. 1-13 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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CLEAR-AI: empowering people living with dementia and their carers to understand and reduce distress
Duffy, F., Gillespie, J., Condell, J., Ashcroft, K., Johnston, L., Poulter, S., Price, R., Harkin, T., McGuinness, K., Casey, S., Hun, S. & McMurray, A., 19 Dec 2023, (Accepted).Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Ain't Just Imagination! Effects of Motor Imagery Training on Strength and Power Performance of Athletes during Detraining.
Dello, I. A., Ashcroft, K. & Zubac, D., 30 Nov 2021, In: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 53, 11, p. 2324-2332 9 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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