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Kinetic analysis of felines landing from different heights (2019)
Journal Article
Wang, M., Song, Y., Valentin, S., Baker, J. S., & Gu, Y. (2019). Kinetic analysis of felines landing from different heights. PeerJ, 7, Article e8007. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.8007

Background Kinetic motion analysis has been used in canines and equines as a fundamental objective evaluation measurement. Cats are very capable jumpers, and this ability has biomimetic applications. It is essential to understand movement patterns a... Read More about Kinetic analysis of felines landing from different heights.

The Isometric Horizontal Push Test: test–retest reliability and validation study (2019)
Journal Article
Dello Iacono, A., Valentin, S., Sanderson, M., & Halperin, I. (2020). The Isometric Horizontal Push Test: test–retest reliability and validation study. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 15(4), 581-584. https://doi.org/10.1123/ijspp.2019-0357

Purpose: To investigate the test–retest reliability and criterion validity of the isometric horizontal push test (IHPT), a newly designed test that selectively measures the horizontal component of maximal isometric force. Methods: Twenty-four active... Read More about The Isometric Horizontal Push Test: test–retest reliability and validation study.

Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of Scotland (2019)
Conference Proceeding
Harrison, C., Collins, S., Gilardi, M., Reilly, C. A., Valentin, S., Balaraman, P., & Papadopoulou, C. (2019). Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of Scotland. In British Academy of Management (BAM) 2019 Conference Proceedings

The dynamic nature of the Higher Education (HE) environment and the challenges faced by institutions has led to a call for effective leadership by academics and practitioners, however what this means in practice remains ambiguous. Particularly, withi... Read More about Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of Scotland.

Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task (2019)
Presentation / Conference
Ugbolue, U. C., Yates, E. L., Lam, W., Valentin, S., Baker, J. S., & Gu, Y. (2019, July). Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task. Paper presented at International Society of Biomechanics / American Society of Biomechanics 2019 Conference (ISB/ASB 2019), Calgary, Canada

The mechanical properties of the calcaneal fat pad have been determined during plantarflexion using synchronised motion analysis and force plate systems. This study showed no significant differences in stiffness measurements between genders with resp... Read More about Sex differences in heel pad stiffness during a standing heel-rise task.

The effects of interacting with fish in aquariums on human health and well-being: a systematic review (2019)
Journal Article
Clements, H., Valentin, S., Jenkins, N., Rankin, J., Baker, J. S., Gee, N., …Sloman, K. (2019). The effects of interacting with fish in aquariums on human health and well-being: a systematic review. PLOS ONE, 14(7), Article e0220524. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0220524

Background Most research into the health benefits of human-animal interaction has focused on species that interact physically with humans, such as dogs. This may be unsuitable for certain populations for reasons including accessibility and the risk... Read More about The effects of interacting with fish in aquariums on human health and well-being: a systematic review.

Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of University of the West of Scotland (2019)
Presentation / Conference
Harrison, C., Gilardi, M., Collins, S., Reilly, C., Valentin, S., Balaraman, P., & Papadopoulou, C. (2019, June). Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of University of the West of Scotland. Paper presented at UWS Annual Learning, Teaching and Research Conference 2019 - Bridging Boundaries: Connecting Learning, Teaching & Research (UWS LTR 2019), Lanarkshire

The dynamic environment of Higher Education (HE) driven by marketization and globalisation has led institutions to be more competitive in order to attract and retain students. This climate necessitates the need for effective leadership. Particularly... Read More about Leadership skills in the higher education sector: a study of University of the West of Scotland.

Muscle activity during aquatic and land exercises in people with and without low back pain. (2019)
Journal Article
Psycharakis, S. G., Coleman, S. G. S., Linton, L., Kaliarntas, K., & Valentin, S. (2019). Muscle activity during aquatic and land exercises in people with and without low back pain. Physical Therapy, 99(3), 297-310. https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/pzy150

Background Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorder. Aquatic exercises are commonly used by physical therapists for CLBP treatment and management; however, there are no data on trunk muscle activation during aquati... Read More about Muscle activity during aquatic and land exercises in people with and without low back pain..