Kate Pumpa

We were delighted to attend the inaugural Irish Society of Exercise and Sports Science (ISESA) 2025 Conference recently at South East Technological University (SETU) in Waterford, where top researchers, practitioners, and athletes came together to explore the theme of bridging research with real-world impact in sports and exercise science. Professor Kate Pumpa presented, and three SPHPSS postgraduate and one undergraduate students (Eline De Jager, Annmarie Carroll, Ryan Stewart and Cathal O'Hanlon) presented their research posters at the event. See the Book of Abstracts here: static1.squarespace.com/static/650319f…

@paraicmcd Congratulations Paraic. This is so well deserved and whoever you coach into the future will be lucky to have you guide them.

My Graduation ceremony from UCD MSc Coaching Science in Sport (Dec 2024). Wasn't sure that this day was going to happen, lots of doubts and struggles along the way. Would not have been possible without the support of my wife and family.

We were delighted to welcome back some of our amazing BSc Health & Performance Science alumni and some very special industry guests last week to share their insights and career journeys so far with our current students. Huge thanks to everyone who braved Storm Darragh and took a break from studying for exams to join us! @EoinSportSci @obrienjack13 @ciara_soc @EamonnDelahunt @Sinead_Holden @KatePumpa @katy_horner @UCD_HPG @UCDALUMNI @Blake_Cath @myucd

Thanks @KatePumpa for the chance to present to the MSc in Coaching Science in Sport students @ucddublin. During the lecture and practical, we discussed the Recovery Pyramid (@ShonaHalson, 2024) prior to active recovery practicals. Thanks to @sportireland for this opportunity! 🙏

We are proud to announce that #UCDSPHPSS Prof @EamonnDelahunt and Prof Colin Boreham have been recognised among the top 1% & 2% respectively of scientists globally in the Aug 2024 "Updated Science-Wide Author Databases of Standardized Citation Indicators" (Ioannidis, 2024).

@ucd_sphpss PhD candidate Annmarie Carroll discussing media coverage of Para sport. Her first @IrishSESA blog! @Blake_Cath

New Blog post: 'The PARA Project: Irish Media Coverage of Para sport' 📚✨ Annmarie Carroll is undertaking her PhD as part of the PARA Project which aims to enhance the pathways for Irish Para athletes and increase the visibility of Para sport. buff.ly/3RIOERS

@UC_RISE @UniCanberra PhD Candidate Claire Buechel delivering her first PhD study on dietary strategies for powerlifters and bodybuilders at @E_C_S_S

🏅 Exciting Announcement for All Sports Enthusiasts and Nutrition Advocates! 🏅 We're thrilled to announce the HPX Nutrition event, hosted by Sport Ireland Institute in partnership with the @NDC_ie ! This year's event, HPX 2024, will explore the powerful impact of nutrition on athlete health and performance Despite the rapid growth in sports nutrition research, traditional metrics might miss subtle nuances essential for athlete well-being. Join us as we bring together experts, researchers, and practitioners to share ideas, identify gaps, and explore opportunities to enhance the holistic impact of nutrition. 📅 Event Agenda: 🔹 Multidisciplinary Panel Discussion: What is Impactful Nutrition? 🔹 Applied Sports Science: Demonstrating effective impact for stakeholders 🔹 Periodizing In-competition Nutrition for Rugby Sevens 🔹 Parallel Networking Workshop and Campus Tour 🔹 Data Analytics in Sports Nutrition: Translating wearables into impact 🔹Measuring Nutritional Impact Beyond the Podium. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with leading minds in sports nutrition and make valuable connections. Let's unlock the full potential of nutrition in sports together! 🗓️ Save the Date: October 10th 📍 Location: Sport Ireland Campus 🎟️ Get your tickets here: lnkd.in/eaewDrPJ #BelievePerformAchieve

Fifteen years ago yesterday, Shawn left us all with broken hearts 😔. Great to catch up with his parents & brother at @BrumbiesRugby game last night, & well done Brumbies for honouring him, and never forgetting Brumby #118 ❤️ 👏🏼 #onceabrumbyalwaysabrumby

🙌With the support of @TUS_ie and @UPMCinIreland we @SHEResearch_TUS are recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to support colleagues across the third level sector to develop an All Island Research Centre for Women in Sport. 🖱️Full details and application: shorturl.at/hmJTV.

#UCDSPHPSS Professor Clare Corish's research focuses on nutrition in older adults. Find out more and read her advice for women and girls considering careers in science at ucd.ie/phpss/newsande… #WomenInScience

Ahead of International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2024, find out what advice Dean and Head of UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science would give to women and girls considering a career in science at ucd.ie/phpss/newsande… #womeninscience #IDWGS

Thrilled to announce the launch of PERFORMANCE FRIEND!! We aim to work with teams & leaders, empowering them to unlock their full potential. I'm genuinely excited about sharing the 30 years of learnings I've taken from the rugby fields, the board rooms, & from life in general...

💻 WEBINAR 💻 Still time to register for Dr @FERNTRI’s #ExerciseOncology webinar 📅 25th Jan ⏰ 1-2pm 📍 Zoom Registration details 👇

🎙️ NEW PODCAST 🎙️ Listen to Professor @KatePumpa (UCD) & Dr. @Ali_ORiordan (Paralympics Ireland) discuss the amazing PhD studentships they offer in the area of #TalentID in para-athletics. 👉open.spotify.com/episode/7CFr1c…

If you are interested in an industry based PhD with @ucddublin and @ParalympicsIRE listen to this podcast and get in touch.

@MinchHilary @ucd_sphpss You could try @clairebuechel on liftingdietetics.com she is a dietitian who specialises in Body Building, and is currently completing her PhD (albeit in Australia).

Would anyone in @ucd_sphpss be able to assist?