DrSamantha Hoffmann

Senior Lecturer

Faculty of Health/School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences/Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition

  • Senior Lecturer
    Faculty of Health/School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences/Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition
  • +61 3 522 73398 (Work)
  • Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, 75 Pigdons Road, Waurn Ponds, Victoria 3216

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Sam's research interests include identifying physiological predictors of performance, and refining the methods used to assess them. Her research expertise also includes understanding the physiological responses and performance adaptations to acute exercise and exercise training, with a specific focus on female-specific demands and considerations across the lifespan. Her work is strongly applied in nature, driven by collaborative partnerships which ensure her research aligns with industry priorities and delivers meaningful, real-world impact. 

GRANTS

  • GRANT
    Egg-ProSleep PM: Egg protein pre-bed for improved sleep during perimenopause.
    1 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2025
    People funded by this grant:
    3-2 Australian Eggs Innovation Fund - $193,726.69
  • TENDER
    ASC -Womens Mentor Pilot Program Evaluation
    2 May 2024 - 27 Sep 2024
    People funded by this grant:
    Aust Sports Commission - $45,454.55
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Design and implement a testing protocol to assess the effectiveness of Zena's novel protective vest (''Zena Sport Z1'') during wearer trials.
    13 Sep 2023 - 31 Oct 2024
    People funded by this grant:
    Zena Sport - $22,582.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Physiological profiling in middle-and long-distance running.
    1 Jul 2023 - 30 Jun 2024
    People funded by this grant:
    Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) Ltd - $20,001.85
  • GRANT
    Physiological profiling in elite swimming.
    22 Feb 2023 - 22 Aug 2026
    People funded by this grant:
    Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) Ltd - $62,500.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    AREA (Applied Research in Engineered Apparel) by Australian Institute of Sport).
    13 Nov 2020 - 13 May 2021
    People funded by this grant:
    AIS Grant - Research - Australian Institute Sport - $51,120.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Triathlon 2020
    7 Feb 2019 - 1 Jun 2019
    People funded by this grant:
    • Collins P,
    • Hoffmann S
    HeiQ Pty Ltd - CONTR2019/00462 - $25,000.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Design and Validation of Athletic Resistance Garment
    19 Feb 2018 - 18 Feb 2019
    People funded by this grant:
    6 O'Clock Enterprises - $122,964.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Proof of Concept: Improved Mouthguard Design for Impact Sports
    31 Oct 2017 - 18 Jun 2018
    People funded by this grant:
    Ross Clark - $80,000.00
  • CONTRACT RESEARCH
    Design and Development of Athletic Apparel with respect to Biomechanics
    20 Jun 2017 - 31 Dec 2021
    People funded by this grant:
    Lululemon Athletica - Canada - $40,000.00