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Ailsa Niven holds a Personal Chair in Psychology of Physical Activity at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport. She is a Chartered Sport and Exercise Psychologist and registered with the Health Care Professions Council. Her research is focused on understanding the psychological determinants and consequences of physical activity and sedentary behavior. A particular interest is in the implications of working from home on movement behavior and mental health. Ailsa teaches on various programs including the MSc in Physical Activity Health and the BSc in Applied Sport Science. She is experienced in senior leadership positions within the university and actively engages in supervision for PhD students. Her current research addresses issues related to sedentary behavior during remote working, looking to develop interventions that support healthier practices. Ailsa has collaborated with multiple partners on projects aimed at promoting physical activity and has received significant funding for various research initiatives, focusing on the impacts of sedentary lifestyles and mental well-being.
University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh
Holding a Personal Chair in Psychology of Physical Activity.
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