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Collaborations:
- Bristol Robotics Lab
- Tendertec
- Kymira
- NHS
- Age UK
- Cricketqube
- ActiveAgeing
- NHS Bristol Heart Institute
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Brunel University
- North Bristol NHS Trust
- Universityof Bristol
- Manchester University
- Leeds Beckett University
- Leeds University
- Keele University
- De Montfort University
- CaafiHealth
- BEMSCA
- Sirona Health and Social Care
- ActiveLives
- Wesport
- Bristol Health Partners
- Coventry University
- Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria
- University of Ilorin, Nigeria
- University of Lagos, Nigeria
- Covenant University, Nigeria
- University of Hertfordshire
Research staff:
- physical activity
- Ageing
- diabetes
- lifestyle interventions
- Assisted Living
- Robotics
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Patient and public cinvolvement
- health
Teaching staff:
- Qualifications:MBChB; MSc, PhD, PGCertHE, FHEA
- Position:Associate Professor of Physical Activity and Health Promotion
- Department:HAS - Allied Health Professions
- Telephone:+441179656261
- Email:Faatihah.Niyi-Odumosu@uwe.ac.uk
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About me
As Founder and Lead of Ageing Lifestyle in Blacks and Asians (ALIBSA) alibsa.com, I spearhead a knowledge exchange program for over 170 community members in the UK and internationally, enhancing health literacy and research participation among Black and Asian communities. My work as a medical doctor and academic researcher has earned international recognition for excellence in knowledge exchange, community engagement, and cross-sector partnerships spanning academia, health technology, and sports industries.
Furthermore, I have positioned myself as an innovative leader in health research and knowledge exchange in Africa. As a medical doctor and a clinical exercise physiologist, I offer a multidisciplinary approach to complex global health issues.
I specialise in preventive medicine, focusing on the intersection of physical activity, exercise physiology, and health outcomes in community and clinical settings. My research focuses on developing evidence-based lifestyle interventions, particularly for older adults, ethnic minorities, and patients with chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Through collaborative approaches incorporating sports engagement, rehabilitation research, and robotic assistive technology, I have consistently delivered sustainable, culturally tailored physical activity programs.
Externally Funded Projects:
My portfolio includes over £2.7 million in external funding for innovative projects, including:
- The Fitbees project FitBees | Tendertec (2021-23): Expanding digital fitness engagement among underrepresented groups. Innovate UK, Healthy Ageing Challenge.
- SAW-Health (2023-25) : Developing socially assistive walkers for older adults. Medical Research Council. Ageing Research Development Award.
- C2REST Project The C²REST Project Home (2024-27): Investigating climate change impacts on respiratory health in Nigeria. Medical Research Foundation Climate Change Impact.
- ALIBSA (2025-26) alibsa.com: Ageing Lifestyle in Blacks and Asians. Medical Research Council Community Group Fund
Current leadership roles include:
- Distinguished Professor of Public Health, MIVA Open University, Nigeria
- Executive Council Member and Secretary, Low Middle Income Research Council, International Society of Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) LMIC Research Council - ISPAH
- Co-lead, Black Professoriate Group, University of the West of England, Bristol
- Founder and Co-lead, Renal Health Initiative, Nigeria Renal Health Initiative: Posts | LinkedIn
I have successfully supervised doctoral and master's students and am currently accepting applications for doctoral studentships.
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