Professor Andrew Cresswell
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Andrew Cresswell

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Background

Prof. Cresswell’s research interest is in the integration of neurophysiology and biomechanics (neuromechanics) to investigate the control of human movement.

Particular research interests lie within the areas of: Motoneurone, reflex and cortical excitability during lengthening and shortening muscle actions; Neuromuscular fatigue; Reflex and voluntary activation of the abdominal musculature during controlled postural tasks.

Background

Prof Cresswell completed his medical doctorate in Neuroscience from the Karolinska Institute, Sweden, in 1993. He remained at the Karolinska Institute and University College of Physical Education and Sports until 2005 when he joined the academic staff at the University of Queensland with joint appointments in the Schools of Human Movement Studies and Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.

Prof Cresswell was the Head of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences (2014-2019).

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Professor Andrew Cresswell is:
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Fields of research

Sports science and exercise

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Education, Institution to be confirmed
  • Masters (Coursework) of Science, University of Western Australia
  • Doctor of Philosophy, Karolinska Mediko Kirurgiska Institutet

Research interests

  • Neural Control of Movement

    Prof. Cresswell's research interest is in the integration of neurophysiology and biomechanics (neuromechanics) to investigate the control of human movement. Particular research interests lie within the areas of: Neural control of voluntary muscle actions; Neuromuscular fatigue; Muscle mechanics, Gait and Posture.

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186 works between 1982 and 2024
All (186) Journal Article (145) Conference Publication (30) Other Outputs (11)

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1989

Journal Article

The role of the abdominal musculature in the elevation of the intra-abdominal pressure during specified tasks

Cresswell A.G. and Thorstensson A. (1989). The role of the abdominal musculature in the elevation of the intra-abdominal pressure during specified tasks. Ergonomics, 32 (10), 1237-1246. doi: 10.1080/00140138908966893

The role of the abdominal musculature in the elevation of the intra-abdominal pressure during specified tasks

1989

Journal Article

Lumbar spine and psoas muscle geometry revisited with magnetic resonance imaging

Thorstensson Alf, Andersson Eva and Cresswell Andrew G. (1989). Lumbar spine and psoas muscle geometry revisited with magnetic resonance imaging., 22 (10)

Lumbar spine and psoas muscle geometry revisited with magnetic resonance imaging

1989

Journal Article

Intra-abdominal pressure and patterns of abdominal muscle activation in isometric trunk flexion and extension

Cresswell Andrew G. and Thorstensson Alf (1989). Intra-abdominal pressure and patterns of abdominal muscle activation in isometric trunk flexion and extension., 22 (10)

Intra-abdominal pressure and patterns of abdominal muscle activation in isometric trunk flexion and extension

1987

Journal Article

Increase in jumping height associated with maximal effort vertical depth jumps

Bedi J.F., Cresswell A.G., Engel T.J. and Nicol S.M. (1987). Increase in jumping height associated with maximal effort vertical depth jumps. Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, 58 (1), 11-15. doi: 10.1080/02701367.1987.10605413

Increase in jumping height associated with maximal effort vertical depth jumps

1983

Journal Article

Motor unit activity and muscle strength development

Wood, G. A., Lockwood, R. J., Cresswell, A. G. and Henstridge, J. (1983). Motor unit activity and muscle strength development. Australasian Physical and Engineering Sciences in Medicine, 6 (2), 71-75.

Motor unit activity and muscle strength development

1982

Conference Publication

BIOMECHANICAL EFFECTS OF OVERSPEED TREADMILL TRAINING ON SPRINT RUNNING

Wood, G. A., de la Hunty, P. L. and Cresswell, A. G. (1982). BIOMECHANICAL EFFECTS OF OVERSPEED TREADMILL TRAINING ON SPRINT RUNNING. *, *, *. BALTIMORE: WILLIAMS & WILKINS. doi: 10.1249/00005768-198202000-00201

BIOMECHANICAL EFFECTS OF OVERSPEED TREADMILL TRAINING ON SPRINT RUNNING

Past funding

  • 2017 - 2022
    Optimising the spring in your step to enhance footwear design
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2019
    Can muscles tune foot stiffness to enhance efficiency of human locomotion?
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2020
    The role of muscle and tendon mechanics in human muscle damage
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2015
    Foot-arch deformation and its relationship to load and shoe design
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund - Seed Research Grant
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    2015-2016 Biomechanics Services and Research Agreement - UQ - Cricket Australia
    Cricket Australia
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Undertake a pilot research study into the biomechanical efficiencies of the ASICS 'Natural' shoe
    Asics Oceania Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2014
    Quantification of muscle mechanical properties by an innovative shear wave elastographic technique for basic and clinical science.
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2014
    Biomechanics Services and Research Agreement Cricket Australia
    Cricket Australia
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2016
    Post Doctoral Position in Strength and Power (Muscle Mechanics)
    Australian Sports Commission
    Open grant
  • 2012
    An instrumented treadmill for understanding the forces responsible for walking and running under different conditions in both normal and clinical populations.
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2011
    A metabolic testing suite for clinical exercise physiology, sports science and sports nutrition research
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2013
    A virtual environment for the study of multisensory learning, adaptation and control
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2010
    An ultrasound imaging suite for investigating musculoskeletal and cardiovascular function in health and disease
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2009
    A transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) suite for investigating brain function in movement, speech and cognition
    UQ School/Centre Co-Funding
    Open grant
  • 2009 - 2012
    Reconsideration of the motor adaptation to pain
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 2008
    State of the art wireless electromyography system for clinical research
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2013
    The efficacy of novel, non-robotic devices to train reaching post stroke
    NHMRC Project Grant
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2012
    CCRE in Spinal Pain, Injury and Health
    NHMRC Centres of Clinical Research Excellence
    Open grant
  • 2006 - 2008
    An inverse control approach to resolving the neural basis of spatial and muscular dependencies in coordinated multi-limb movements
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005 - 2007
    Cortical Mechanisms Mediating Bilateral Interactions Between the Upper Limbs
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 2005
    NHMRC_Equipment Grant = A high-accuracy, active marker, motion analysis system for recording and analysing human movement, Phoenix Technologies Inc., Visualeyez
    NHMRC Equipment Grant
    Open grant

Availability

Professor Andrew Cresswell is:
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Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Master Philosophy

    Player load of professional netball players

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Master Philosophy

    Investigating Peak Periods of Physical Demand in Elite Female Netball Players

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The impact of fatigue on how running performance and economy

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

  • Doctor Philosophy

    The principal advisor has reviewed the student's thesis submission and approved it for review. The submission can now be approved for examination or changes can be requested.

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Luke Kelly

Completed supervision

Enquiries

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  • Biomechanics
  • Exercise
  • Forensic biomechanics
  • Human movement studies
  • Motor control
  • Neuromechanics
  • Neurophysiology
  • Sports medicine

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