Overview
Background
Nick joined the School in January 2008. He completed his under-graduate degree (Human Movement Studies) and PhD at Leeds Metropolitan University, UK. His first post-doctoral position was at Liverpool Hope University College, UK where he lectured in Exercise Science (1997-2001). Prior to moving to UQ he was a Senior and Principal Lecturer in Exercise Science and Health within the Carnegie Faculty, Leeds Metropolitan University.
Research Interests:
Nick is an internationally recognised expert in measuring, understanding and influencing occupational physical activity, sedentary behavior, health and productivity. Recent funded work has included leading multi-disciplinary teams in developing and testing innovative health solutions for office workers, truck drivers and veterans. Nick regularly presents to international conferences and academic groups, provides consultancy services to industry, and supervises PhD and other post-graduate projects.
Availability
- Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Arts, Leeds Metropolitan University
- Doctor of Philosophy, Leeds Metropolitan University
Research interests
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Physical activity, exercise and health
Works
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1996
Conference Publication
Evaluation of an age-based regression equation for prediction of VO2 peak from performance on the 20-m shuttle run test in young children
Gray, M. P., Butterly, R. J., Dyson, K., Gilson, N. D., Starkey, S. A. and Cooke, C. B. (1996). Evaluation of an age-based regression equation for prediction of VO2 peak from performance on the 20-m shuttle run test in young children. Annual conference of the British association of sport and exercise sciences (BASES), Belfast, Northern Ireland, 2–5 September 1995. Abingdon, Oxon, United Kingdom: Routledge.
Funding
Current funding
Supervision
Availability
- Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Structured breathing practice and exercise for stress reduction via telehealth - Feasability, mechanisms for allied health practice.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Shelley Keating
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Doctor Philosophy
Active Choices for Veterans: A digital physical activity program to connect and support regional Queensland Australian Defence Force Veterans transitioning from defence to civilian life.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball, Dr George Thomas
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Doctor Philosophy
The Relationship Between Physical Activity and Wellbeing Within Australian Secondary School Teachers
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr James Woodforde, Dr Michalis Stylianou
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Doctor Philosophy
Mental, physical and social health benefits of sport for veterans and their family members
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Trust in Digital Twin-Based Fitness Interventionsfor Cardiometabolic Disease
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Mashhuda Glencross
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Doctor Philosophy
Development and evaluation of a digital human exercise coach
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Shelley Keating
Completed supervision
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2019
Master Philosophy
Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour in Occupational Groups from Papua New Guinea: Self-reported Patterns and Correlates
Principal Advisor
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding, describing and measuring workplace physical activity patterns in men from a regional area of Queensland, Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Occupational Sitting in Australian Office Workers: Measurement, Description and Strategies for Change
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour and Employee Presenteeism
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown
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