Peak performance: 50 years of sport science

Run time: 18.30 – 19.30
The last 50 years has seen incredible innovations and advancements in sport science. The developments have has a profound impact on elite sport performance, athlete wellbeing, and public health. 
Join a panel of academic leaders (Liverpool John Moores University) and senior sport scientists from Everton FC and Liverpool FC to discuss the science behind success at the highest level. Drawing on their experience as former athletes and extensive professional experience in the field, the panellists will delve into key developments in nutrition, psychology, injury prevention, and performance analytics. They will explore how these innovations have pushed the boundaries of human potential. 
The panel will also celebrate 50 years of sport science at Liverpool John Moores University, home to the first single honours BSc Sport Science course in the world, and inspired by PhD research of the late Professor Tom Reilly. 
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11 September 2025 - 18:30
Yoko Ono Lennon Centre - The Tung Auditorium, UoL