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Shehzad Naroo

7 months ago

PhD in Optimisation of Visual Performance in Athletes Using Custom-Made Lenses Aston University in United Kingdom

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PhD

Field of study

Sports Science

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Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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Aston University

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Keywords

Sports Science
Optometry
Medical Science
Eye Tracking
Contact Lens
Visual Acuity

About this position

This PhD project at Aston University investigates the optimisation of visual performance in athletes through the use of custom-made lenses. Visual performance is a key factor in athletic success, especially in fast-ball sports where split-second decisions can determine outcomes. Despite elite athletes often having superior baseline vision, many compete with less-than-optimal optical correction, potentially limiting their performance.

The research will focus on three main areas: (1) vision screening of professional athletes to identify visual defects such as refractive errors and anisometropia, which can impact depth perception and binocular coordination; (2) providing the most suitable visual correction, including standard soft contact lenses or specialist lenses for higher order aberrations; and (3) training athletes to enhance reaction times and coordination using advanced vision testing methods such as time-release visual acuity, dynamic acuity, contrast sensitivity, eye-tracking, and ocular dominance assessment. Improvements in these visual abilities will be tracked alongside sport-specific performance metrics.

The project aims to generate effect size estimates for future large-scale studies and to develop evidence-based guidelines for vision correction protocols in elite sports. The research is based at the Aston Campus in Birmingham, UK, and the successful candidate will be expected to attend campus regularly.

Funding covers Home tuition fees. Overseas applicants are welcome but must pay the difference between Home and Overseas tuition fees (currently £17,712 for 2026/7). Applicants must have a strong academic background in a relevant subject, with specific degree requirements outlined in the person specification. All applications must include transcripts, certificates, a research statement, personal statement, CV, two academic references, evidence of English language proficiency, and a passport copy. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For further information, contact Professor Shehzad Naroo at [email protected]. Applications are accepted year-round, and shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview. Apply via the provided link, selecting 'Research - Health Sciences' on the application form.

Funding details

Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

What's required

Applicants must have, or expect to achieve, either a First or Upper Second Class undergraduate degree (Bachelors or UG Masters) from a UK institution in a relevant subject, or a Merit (or above) in a relevant Postgraduate Masters degree plus an undergraduate degree, both from UK institutions. Overseas qualifications will be considered if equivalent. Applicants must provide English language transcripts and certificates for all higher education degrees, a research statement, a personal statement, a CV, two academic references (at least one from the most recent university), evidence of English language proficiency (can be submitted later), and a copy of their passport. All supporting documents must be included for the application to be considered.

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