Liverpool John Moores University
Clinical trials sponsored by Liverpool John Moores University, explained in plain language.
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Science tees off: does walking the course really burn more calories?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to measure how much energy elite amateur golfers use and how their performance is affected when they walk an 18-hole course versus when they ride in a golf cart. Researchers monitored 16-30 golfers during tournament play in Portugal, tracking their heart rate, mo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liverpool John Moores University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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Scientists probe Exercise's secret role in fighting muscle aging
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis small, basic research study aimed to understand how weight training affects the quality of proteins inside our muscles as we get older. Researchers compared eight younger and older men who performed leg press exercises over two weeks. They took small muscle samples to measur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Liverpool John Moores University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Morning slump? caffeine may boost your workout and brainpower
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested if a 300mg caffeine pill could help male athletes perform better in morning workouts. Fifteen men who were light caffeine users took either caffeine, a placebo, or nothing before doing strength tests and brain puzzles. The goal was to see if caffeine could impro…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Liverpool John Moores University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:24 UTC