Learn more about Robert Edwards, PhD Scholar and Research Assistant at KMMS.
Describe your work in three words.
Exciting, Challenging, Important.
What led you to become a researcher?
I have an inquisitive mind and have spent a large amount of time in the fitness industry trying to help people. Being at the forefront of research felt like the best way to do that in a world where there is so much we do not understand.
Tell us about a career highlight so far.
Applying science-based rehabilitation protocols to an athlete who returned to sport after 18 months and exceeded his previous scores and accolades.
What areas of research are you most interested about?
The impacts of light on circadian rhythm, daily performance, and sleep, and its impacts on health and wellbeing in all populations.
Tell us about your current research projects.
I am currently undertaking a systematic review looking at the importance of Pupil Light Reflex as an indicator of neurodegenerative diseases and other health markers.
What do you hope is the impact of your research?
I would like to be able to change people’s perception on the importance of light in their lives as well as how detrimental it can be to sleep when subjected to it late at night.
What is the most significant or surprising thing to come out of your research so far?
Blue eyes react faster to light than brown eyes.
What advice would you give a researcher just starting out in your field of work?
Read and submerge yourself in what you want to learn and research!
When you’re not working as a researcher, what do you love doing?
Sport: Golf, Football, Tennis or watching Formula One.