Meet the team

Paul joined the University in 1991 and is the lead of the Physiology, Metabolism and Nutrition group here at the University of Nottingham.

Paul's research interests are centred on the changes in body composition and the dysregulation of muscle fuel and protein metabolism in ageing, immobilisation, acute trauma and inflammation and chronic disease (including exercise, nutritional and pharmacological interventions) to offset these negative and pathophysiological effects.                

Rudi joined the University of Nottingham in 2006 having previously worked at the University of Leeds.

Rudi's principle research interests include muscle microdamage and its repair after exercise through the use of muscle biopsy techniques and the binding of small chaperones to identify repair sites and correlating them with markers of repair. Rudi's recent research has focused on the macro-architecture of human skeletal muscle by dissecting cadaveric muscles to generate 3D fascicle maps.

Liz joined the University of Nottingham in 1991 having previously worked for the NHS.

Liz's major research interests include fuel metabolism in health and disease and the impact of lifestyle and nutrition on metabolic and cardiovascular function.     

Nic returned to the University of Nottingham in 2018 having previously worked at the University of Oxford. 

Nic's current research interests include the development of new techniques to non-invasively image the function of the brain using MRI in the brain and beyond. Nic specialises in the measurement of aspects of brain physiology, such as developing new technologies for measuring oxygen metabolism in the human brain.                                                                                                                                                                                            

Matthew joined the University of Nottingham in 2019 following the completion of his PhD at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Matthew teaches across the undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science, including Core Skills in Sport and Exercise Science, Cardio-Respiratory and Environmental Physiology, and Physical Inactivity. Matts research is focussed on health and function in adults with Neuromuscular conditions, alongside working as a Lead Physical Performance coach within the FA's para-football programme.                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Sophie joined the University of Nottingham in 2023 having previously worked at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Sophie’s research interests are broadly focused on understanding the skeletal muscle’s ability to remodel with a specific focus on satellite cells. Sophie is interested in understanding how these cells are regulated and dysregulated, and how their function can be improved. She is an expert in using a host of molecular techniques to explore satellite cell function.

Tasuku joined the University of Nottingham in 2023 having previously worked at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

Tasuku's current research interests are based around exploring the role of exercise in preventing and managing chronic health conditions, such as obesity, type II diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

Will joined the University of Nottingham in 2023 following the completion of his PhD at Loughborough University.

Will teaches across multiple psychology-based modules on the Sport and Exercise Science BSc. Will's research interests revolve around assessing the impact of recreational physical challenges and psychological development, examining the relationship between physical activity and wellbeing, and investigating effective strategies for behaviour change in the context of health and lifestyle choices.  

Sara joined the University of Nottingham in 2009 having previously worked at Astra Zeneca.

Sara is responsible for the day-to-day management of technical staff and all the research facilities within the PMN group.

Jo joined the University of Nottingham in 2006 after completing her PhD at De Montfort University.

Jo is a technical specialist who is responsible for the organisation and execution of research work within the group. She has expertise in exercise physiology measurements, ultrasound, DEXA and MRI imaging and muscle sample processing.        

 Sally joined the University of Nottingham in 2001 after studying at the University of Manchester. 

Sally is responsible for running and developing methods to measure hormones and markers in metabolic physiology. She specialises in techniques such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), radio-immunoassay (RIA), high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and spectrophotometric methods.                                                     

Matt joined the University of Nottingham in 2018 following the completion of his MSc in Exercise Physiology at Loughborough University.

Matt oversees the day-to-day management of the Sport and Exercise Science and Human Performance teaching laboratories, as well as delivering laboratory-based teaching and research project supervision on the Sport and Exercise Science BSc and Medicine BMedSci and BMBS.

Ben joined the University of Nottingham in 2018 following the completion of his MSc in Sport Science at Sheffield Hallam University.

Ben is responsible for maintaining the BSc Sport and Exercise Science teaching laboratories, as well as delivering laboratory-based teaching and supervision to UG project students on Sport and Exercise Science BSc. 

Sarir joined the University of Nottingham in 2023 having previously worked at the University of Leicester Cardiovascular Department.

Sarir is supporting the delivery of laboratory-based teaching on the Sport and Exercise Science BSc, as well as providing analytical services within the group.