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We ask the right questions
We look at our industries through an expert lens to find practical solutions to real-life problems. With extensive facilities and research subjects on site, a dynamic team with a range of specialisms and the latest technologies, we’re ideally placed to support you as a research student or partner.
We select the right partners
We collaborate with select partners across the UK and internationally to ensure our research is high-quality and directly applicable to real-world settings, from large organisations, SMEs and non-profits to universities, professional sporting bodies and policy makers.
We make a difference
Our aim is to make a difference at every level – from grassroots activities to the international scene. Our studies, of all sizes, have generated impact, from developing new commercial products to shaping new government policies, we always focus on real-world and meaningful results.
Our research
Shaping equine rehabilitation
Research Centre Lead Dr Kathryn Nankervis is leading best practice across the world in the use of water treadmills for training and rehabilitation, contributing to new international guidelines Equine Water Treadmills: a guide for users, which integrates extensive research findings and over 20 years’ working with horses in rehabilitation and professional sports horses preparing for competition.
Project partners included the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), Petplan Charitable Trust and the Animal Health Trust, as well as leading academics, veterinary surgeons and therapy centre managers.
Shaping equine rehabilitation
Research Centre Lead Dr Kathryn Nankervis is leading best practice across the world in the use of water treadmills for training and rehabilitation, contributing to new international guidelines Equine Water Treadmills: a guide for users, which integrates extensive research findings and over 20 years’ working with horses in rehabilitation and professional sports horses preparing for competition.
Project partners included the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), Petplan Charitable Trust and the Animal Health Trust, as well as leading academics, veterinary surgeons and therapy centre managers.
Brain plasticity and autism
Our Drumming Project, led by exercise physiologist Prof. Steve Draper, is helping children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to strengthen their social, sensory and physical development.
Working in partnership with the University of Chichester and King’s College London, the project is evidencing improved brain activity during physical activity in ASD children, with potential for influencing models for long-term improvements in cognition, social interaction, co-ordination, communication skills, behaviour and educational performance.
Brain plasticity and autism
Our Drumming Project, led by exercise physiologist Prof. Steve Draper, is helping children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to strengthen their social, sensory and physical development.
Working in partnership with the University of Chichester and King’s College London, the project is evidencing improved brain activity during physical activity in ASD children, with potential for influencing models for long-term improvements in cognition, social interaction, co-ordination, communication skills, behaviour and educational performance.
Increasing productivity through agri-tech
Our exciting 10-year Digital Innovation Farm project is shaping the future of digital farming in the UK and beyond.
As home to the National Centre for Agricultural Data Management and Interpretation, we’ll play a pivotal role in the advancement of agricultural technology, data and security. As part of this, we’ll create a new innovation and demonstration workspace for high-growth SMEs to explore, test, trial, research and develop agricultural products.
Increasing productivity through agri-tech
Our exciting 10-year Digital Innovation Farm project is shaping the future of digital farming in the UK and beyond.
As home to the National Centre for Agricultural Data Management and Interpretation, we’ll play a pivotal role in the advancement of agricultural technology, data and security. As part of this, we’ll create a new innovation and demonstration workspace for high-growth SMEs to explore, test, trial, research and develop agricultural products.
Research Ethics at Hartpury University
Hartpury University promotes the highest standards in its research and teaching practice and conducts world-leading applied research across the agriculture, animal, equine, veterinary nursing and sport and exercise sectors. Our research and knowledge exchange directly informs taught programmes and real-world practice.
Our communities of practice connect research, curriculum and industry practice - like-minded individuals can come together to make great ideas happen, extending the value and impact of our work.
Our reputation in our specialist industries attracts expertise from across the globe. Discover more about specific teaching staff on our PURE Research management hub.
Contact us
We create strong relationships with our partners to ensure we have high-quality research. Some of our partners offer placement schemes too such as Gloucester Rugby.
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