Max Andrews

Research

Dr Max Andrews is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences at The University of Queensland. He is a sport scientist with expertise in muscle physiology, focusing on improving athletic performance and preventing musculoskeletal injuries. Dr Andrews completed a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (First Class Honours) and a PhD at The University of Queensland.

Dr Andrews' research has generated novel insights into the mechanisms underpinning hamstring adaptations to eccentric training. Using advanced imaging and neurophysiological techniques, his work examines in vivo muscle adaptations by exploring the relationships between muscle microstructure (sarcomeres), macrostructure (fascicles), and nervous system control (motor units). This multiscale research has involved international collaborations with Stanford University (USA) and the University of Birmingham (UK). He is also involved in applied research projects in sports science and coaching through industry partnerships with the Australian Institute of Sport, Cricket Australia, Stanford Athletics, and the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance.

Teaching

Dr Andrews teaches across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in exercise and sport science, including sports medicine, biomechanics, sport technology and analytics, motor control, and strength and conditioning. His course leadership has been recognised with a School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences Award for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning, acknowledging his innovative integration of industry engagement, technology, and authentic assessment to enhance student learning and professional readiness in sports science.