Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre

Sheffield Hallam University's Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre is a world leading centre for physical activity research and innovation, located at the heart of the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park.

We employ a unique model of co-location and collaboration, bringing researchers from multiple academic disciplines together with professional services staff, industry, local communities, local authorities, charities and the health and technology sectors to address global challenges relating to physical activity and human movement.

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Front cover of the AWRC report Delivering the prevention legacy for the NHS

Delivering the Prevention Legacy for the NHS: Innovations that Help People Move

Drawing on innovative research from the AWRC, this new report sets out how physical activity can help drive the UK Government’s prevention ambitions, reduce health inequalities, and support economic growth.

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AWRC Leadership Team

Professor Rob Copeland

Director

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Clare Boot

Strategic Portfolio Manager

Jason Brannan

Deputy Director

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Professor Steve Haake

Director of Engagement

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Part of the Health Research Institute

The Health Research Institute brings together academics and professionals to deliver research, innovation and knowledge exchange in health and wellbeing across the lifespan.