Advanced sports performance testing and analysis services
A comprehensive sports performance testing service offering laboratory research, real-world training camps, and virtual studies to validate and enhance athletic products. Leveraging expert insights, the service aims to optimize product development and athlete performance.
Overview
Australian Catholic University offers a cutting-edge sports performance testing service designed to enhance product development for the athletic industry. This service combines laboratory-based research, real-world training camps, and virtual studies to triangulate and validate the benefits of new sports products. Our team, including internationally recognized experts like Prof Louise Burke, utilizes state-of-the-art resources to measure critical performance factors such as hydration, protein synthesis, and energy metabolism.
Technical specifications
Key features:
- Laboratory Research: Controlled environment studies focus on understanding mechanisms of action, providing confidence in findings and aiding product development.
- Training Camps: Embedded research in authentic competition settings with elite athletes, creating a 'wow' factor and engaging recreational athletes through social media.
- Virtual Studies: Utilizing esport platforms to recruit large cohorts, allowing extensive reach and engagement with recreational and sub-elite athletes.
Technology readiness level
The service is at Technology Readiness Level 9, indicating it is fully operational and ready for commercial deployment, with all components tested and validated in real-world scenarios.
About Australian Catholic University
Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a national, multi‑campus public university serving major Australian cities, coupling a mission‑driven ethos with professional education and applied research. Integrated clinical schools and health partnerships provide access to hospital wards, community care, and human‑performance labs for translational studies. Work‑integrated learning is embedded across programs, creating a large placement network with hospitals, schools, aged‑care providers, and government agencies, and enabling industry‑adjunct appointments and co‑developed projects. Research is supported by competitive Australian funding, including the Australian Research Council and the National Health and Medical Research Council, alongside state and industry contracts. A dedicated technology transfer office supports IP, licensing, and startup formation with flexible pathways for sponsored research.
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