CESAME’s research agenda is structured around three interrelated themes, each addressing critical areas in sports science, exercise medicine, public health and sports industry:

 

 

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Elite Sports Performance

Focused on optimising athletic performance through AI‑driven analytics, advanced biomechanics, molecular diagnostics, and real‑time monitoring technologies. This theme advances athlete health, injury prevention, thermoregulation, and performance enhancement, supporting elite athletes preparing for major international competitions, including the National Games and the Olympic Games.

 

 

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Exercise is Medicine

Investigating the role of physical activity in the prevention and management of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and mental health disorders. This theme aligns with global initiatives, including the World Health Organization’s action on physical inactivity and the Global Action Plan on Physical Activity (GAPPA), promoting exercise as a powerful tool for lifelong health.

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Sports Industry
Integrating sports business education with science and technology to cultivate industry‑ready graduates. This theme enhances employability across the sports ecosystem—from professional teams and leagues to sports marketing agencies, apparel companies, technology firms, and major event organisers—strengthening innovation and leadership within the global sports industry.

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