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Moving from an adversarial approach to consensus-building in science communication

In this thought-provoking blog Dr. Phil Kearney (UL) discusses the need for a move away from an adversarial approach towards a consensus-building approach in science communication.
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Standing in the Hall of Fame

Lynne Cantwell is inductee number 174 in to the World […]
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The Challenges Of National Team Settings As A Physical Performance Coach In Soccer

Miguel Silva a Performance Coach with Crystal Palace U21 and the Swedish U19 teams. In this blog he discusses the challenges of working with players in a national team setting where time is limited.
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ISESA Announces TUS Athlone as Host for Conference 2026

The Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association ('ISESA') held their first ever annual conference in SETU Waterford on 22 and 23 May, in front of over 200 delegates.
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ISESA Podcast - Racing AheadL My Career Fast Track

Racing Ahead: My Career Fast Track

Niamh O’Brien is the Lead Performance Analyst for the Irish […]
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Fuelling the female soccer player

In this blog, Laura McManus shares insights from her research, which focuses on understanding the carbohydrate-based fuelling demands of women’s soccer.
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Getting Marathon Ready with DCU

In this episode, expert from DCU’s School of Health and […]
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The Dual GAA Player Paradox

Fionn O’Shea outlines the challenge of preparing dual GAA players who play both football and hurling.
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ISESA Launches New Accreditation Pathway for Sport and Exercise Scientists in Ireland

The Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association (ISESA) has officially launched its new Accredited Sport and Exercise Scientist pathway, providing a nationally recognised benchmark for excellence across all disciplines in sport and exercise sciences.
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First Ever ISESA Conference Concludes in SETU Waterford

The Irish Sport and Exercise Sciences Association ('ISESA') held their first ever annual conference in SETU Waterford on 22 and 23 May, in front of over 200 delegates.
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ISESA Introduction

Discover how the ISESA represents and supports the sport and exercise sciences community across Ireland in this short video.
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Careers Panel

Dr. Fiona Skelly, Orla Hayes, and Dr. Arthur Dunn share their career paths, highlighting the significance of practical experience and networking.
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Extracting Meaningful Insights From Wearable Sensor Data

Brian Caulfield

Brian Caulfield explores the journey of wearable technology from the 1950s to today, highlighting its role in health and sports.
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John Kiely

John Kiely, an expert in performance science, shares insights on the challenges faced by young practitioners in sports.
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Elite Athlete Panel

Three top Irish athletes share their journeys in sports, focusing on the role of sports science.
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Peter Tierney

The session explores the evolution of sports science, focusing on data analytics and its role in improving athlete performance.
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Dr Diane Cooper

Dr. Diane Cooper highlights the critical importance of exercise in managing health and chronic diseases.
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Leading Sports and Data Science

Teamwork in sports science faces challenges, especially during Friday shifts, highlighting the need for a strong, diverse panel.
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Closing Panel

Teamwork in sports science faces challenges, especially during Friday shifts, highlighting the need for a strong, diverse panel. A multidisciplinary approach is essential, with success defined by effective communication and respect.
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