DrLaura-Anne Furlong

Over the course of her academic career, Dr Furlong has been involved with over 34 different modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level, ranging in size from 10 to over 250 in both Ireland and the UK. These modules have focused on the biomechanics of sport and exercise, neuromuscular function and research methods, and she has amassed significant experience in the design, administration and successful delivery of this content to students from sport and exercise science, biomedical and sports engineering, medicine and the allied health professions.

Her teaching expertise covers fundamental biomechanical concepts, experimental measurement techniques for analysis of movement, force, muscle function, and motor control during sporting tasks, advanced signal processing and data analysis techniques, and the integration of biomechanics and neuromuscular function into applied sporting and clinical scenarios using both lab- and field-based measurement technologies.

Teaching activities are research-led and evidence-informed, with a consistent focus on actively engaging students in the broader field of biomechanics. This is achieved by showcasing its diverse range of applications across research, industry, and applied practice, while continually developing and implementing innovative teaching approaches that enhance student engagement, promote active learning, and support meaningful educational outcomes. She draws upon significant research and applied experience in elite and recreational sport, and with clinical partners, to make module content relevant, practical, and current for student cohorts. Her expertise in this area has resulted in two invited book chapters on fundamental mechanical principles in sports biomechanics (in 2024) and the integration of problem-based learning approaches in teaching sports and exercise biomechanics (in 2026).