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Why our brain gives up before our muscles even get tired

Japan Sport Council and Vrije Universiteit Brussel Forge Strategic Cooperation for Research Innovation in High Performance Sport

New “JSC HPSC European Research Center on High Performance Sport” in Brussels as a strategic hub for international collaborative research bridging Asia and Europe

Top-level sport as a social lever: models or just a job?

The social model is not automatic, but requires personalisation and comes up against practical obstacles, according to a VUB study

Prof. Paul Wylleman (VUB) receives the highest international distinction in sport psychology

“Building a bridge between sport, psychology and society”

Vrije Universiteit Brussel sends ‘cybathlete’ to international competition

At the end of this week, the CYBATHLON will take place in Zurich, an international competition where individuals with disabilities perform challenging tasks in collaboration with cutting edge technology. Cybathlete Michel Jacques is participating with a leg prosthesis developed by the VUB.

How to teach Chinese martial arts in China and Europe? Common grounds and best practices according to VUB researcher.

VUB-UGent research on combined treatment of chronic pain and insomnia 

Twelve Elite Athletes from VUB Compete in the Paris Olympic Games

The Olympic Games have begun! From July 26 to August 11, 2024, twelve elite athletes from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) will head to Paris to represent their countries. These student-athletes, coming from various disciplines, excel in combining their studies at VUB with their sporting careers.

VUB research recommends new approach to chronic pain  

Focus on psychosocial factors and active treatment 

VUB team in full preparation for CYBATHLON in Zurich.

VUB researchers investigate need for infrastructure at basketball and volleyball clubs

VUB coaches 119 top student athletes in 30 study domains

The Top Sport & Study service focuses on academic and mental qualities