Prof. Andrew M. Jones
Professor of Applied Physiology, University of Exeter, UK
Professor Andrew M. Jones is a leading expert in exercise physiology and elite sports performance, with an extensive research career focused on understanding and improving human exercise capacity.
As Professor of Applied Physiology at the University of Exeter, his research examines the physiological factors that limit energy turnover during exercise, the causes of fatigue and the effectiveness of interventions, including training and nutrition, in improving exercise tolerance.
A former international distance runner, Professor Jones has a particular interest in translating scientific research into practical applications that enhance athletic performance. He has worked with many of the world's leading endurance athletes and has served as a long-standing consultant to UK Athletics, England Athletics and Nike.
Professor Jones holds a DSc from the Free University of Brussels, a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Brighton and a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science from Brighton Polytechnic.
He has authored more than 400 full-length, peer-reviewed scientific publications, which have received over 52,000 citations. He has served on the UK Research Excellence Framework expert panel on three occasions and is a Fellow of ACSM, CASES, ECSS and The Physiological Society.
His achievements include receiving the ACSM Citation Award in 2020. He is also Editor-in-Chief of Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise and President-Elect of the European College of Sport Science.