Mrs. Fotini Arabatzi | Biomedical | Excellence in Research
Fotini Arabatzi at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
Profiles
Summary
An accomplished academic and researcher in applied sport biomechanics, with a focus on the effects of training on jump performance.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Thessaloniki (1987)
- Thesis: Study of characteristics and structure of training for young track and field athletes.
- Master’s Degree in Physical Education and Sport, Cologne, Germany (1989)
- Ph.D. in Exercise and Health, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (2003)
- Dissertation: The relationship between jumping ability and multiarticular lifting movements in various biomechanical characteristics.
Professional Experience
- 1990-1993: Scientist at Democritus University, Komotini
- 1997-2006: Instructor in Track and Field Sports, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Serres
- 2007-2012: Lecturer; 2013-Present: Associate Professor; 2021-Present: Professor at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Research Interests
- Applied sport biomechanics
- Effects of training on jump performance
- Research on the impact of school bags on children’s musculoskeletal systems (Pythagoras II program)
Publications
Could footwear stiffness reduce the development of proinflammatory markers in long-distance runners?
- Authors: Papagiannaki, M., Samoladas, E., Arabatzi, F., Tsouknidas, A.
- Journal: Advances in Medical Sciences
- Year: 2024
Evaluating the Efficacy of Eccentric Half-Squats for Post-Activation Performance Enhancement in Jump Ability in Male Jumpers
- Authors: Kannas, T.M., Chalatzoglidis, G., Arvanitidou, E., Paizis, C., Arabatzi, F.
- Journal: Applied Sciences (Switzerland)
- Year: 2024
Unique Neural Mechanisms Underlying Speed Control of Low-Force Ballistic Contractions
- Authors: Kim, J.J., Delmas, S., Choi, Y.J., Yacoubi, B., Christou, E.A.
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Journal: Journal of Human Kinetics
- Year: 2024
Maturity Affects Static Balance in Early Adolescent Boys and Girls Associated with Achilles Tendon Stiffness
- Authors: Paschaleri, Z., Kannas, T.M., Chalatzoglidis, G., Arabatzi, F.
- Journal: International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences
- Year: 2024
Training-induced Achilles tendon adaptation: a distinct population within adolescence
- Authors: Chalatzoglidis, G., Kannas, T.M., Trapezanidou, M., Arabatzi, F.
- Journal: Journal of Physical Education and Sport
- Year: 2023