Mrs. Fotini Arabatzi | Biomedical | Excellence in Research

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)