Dr. Andrew Strong

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Biography

Andrew Strong works as a staff scientist at Umeå University, primarily focused on research in the U-Motion Laboratory. His research examines the consequences of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries through advanced measurement techniques, including three-dimensional motion capture and brain imaging. Strong is particularly interested in methods to assess proprioception changes post-knee injury, motor control, and their influence on injury risk. His current projects seek to understand how attentional focus affects motor control and performance during tasks, as well as to develop interventions aimed at reducing ACL injury risk by co-creating evidence-based research to improve adherence and effectiveness of existing programs. His published work includes observational longitudinal studies, cross-sectional investigations, reliability and validity method development, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses, with involvement from populations including elite and recreational athletes, as well as individuals recovering from ACL injuries.

Research Interests

Experience

Staff Scientist

2015-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Conducts research in the U-Motion Laboratory focusing on ACL injuries and motor control.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.