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Grant Landers is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Science at the University of Western Australia. He specializes in environmental physiology, athlete performance assessment, and applied sport science, teaching core undergraduate units to over 700 students annually. Acknowledged for his student-centered, inclusive educational approach, he integrates innovative practices such as peer mentoring and industry-linked learning opportunities in his teaching. His research focuses on human performance in extreme environments, particularly in open water swimming. He has developed a route optimization tool used by the majority of Rottnest Channel Swim participants to enhance performance and safety in unpredictable ocean conditions. His academic contributions extend to collaborations on clinical projects addressing swimming-induced pulmonary edema and athlete monitoring. Beyond academia, Grant serves as a coach consultant for Olympic-level athletes and leads initiatives to engage high school students in sport science, reaching over 1200 annually. His ongoing research projects aim to optimize open-water swimming performance, contributing to safety and success in ocean endurance events.
University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia
Teaching core undergraduate units, conducting research, and engaging with industry and community.
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