Promoting Knowledge & Insight
EuropeActive facilitates and supports market and scientific research through THiNK Active and the European DataHub. The primary aim is to enhance the quality of knowledge and evidence concerning the fitness and physical activity sector.
About THiNK Active
Founded in September 2020 by EuropeActive's Board of Directors and backed by the President's Council for Operators, THiNK Active is EuropeActive's fresh Research Centre. It's a pioneering initiative aimed at offering evidence and advocating best practices for the fitness and physical activity sector throughout Europe and beyond. The sector is investing resources to build a strong evidence base that empowers us to create meaningful and long-lasting public health impacts.
THiNK Active Team
Our Scientific Advisory Board, THiNK Active SAB, unites academic and industry experts who are passionate about our research and its societal impact. This board anchors our pursuit of visibility and credibility, fortifying our commitment to fostering impactful changes within the field.
Professor Alfonso Jiminez
Head of THiNK Active
Research Centre for Sport Sciences, King Juan Carlos University
(Spain)
Dr. Ines Nieto
Senior Research Fellow
King Juan Carlos University
(Spain)
Professor Larissa Davies
Scientific Advisory Board Chair
Sheffield Hallam University
(UK)
Professor Daniela Caporossi
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Università di Roma Foro Italico
(Italy)
Professor Paolo Caserotti
Scientific Advisory Board Member
University of Southern Denmark
(Denmark)
Professor Gary Liguori
Scientific Advisory Board Member
University of West Florida
(United States)
Dr. Lindsey J. Reece
Scientific Advisory Board Member
University of Sydney and Australian Sports Commission
(Australia)
Professor Anna Szumilewicz
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Gdansk University of Physical Education and Sport
(Poland)
Professor Willem van Mechelen
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Vrije University
(Netherlands)
Dr. Matthew Wade
Scientific Advisory Board Member
Head of Research
ukactive Research Institute
(UK)
Dr. Steve Mann
Industry Board Member
4Global
(UK)
Professor Niels Nagel
Industry Board Member
DIFV
(Germany)
Dr. Xian Mayo
Secretary THiNK Active
Research Centre for Sport Sciences, King Juan Carlos University
(Spain)
Prof. Dr. Sarah Kobel
Industry Board Member
German University for Prevention and Health Management
(Germany)
Want to discover THiNK Active Research?
THiNK Active Research focuses on bridging the gap between evidence and action to cultivate enduring public health impacts. As we share our insights, THiNK Active stands as a valuable resource, propelling positive change for stakeholders serving communities globally. Explore our publications to witness evidence-based approaches shaping the fitness and physical activity landscape.
