Andy Briggs
Physiology Laboratory Technician & Part-Time PhD Student
About
Following the decision to have a complete career change, Andy returned to education in 2017 as a mature student at the University of Chichester. Having completed his undergraduate degree in Sport & Exercise Science and post-graduate degree in Sport & Exercise Physiology at the University of Chichester, Andy now works as a Physiology Laboratory Technician whilst also studying part-time for a PhD. Andy’s responsibilities include the day-to-day management of the physiology labs and their equipment, for both teaching and research activities. This has also given Andy the opportunity to work with endurance athletes in their preparation and training for national and international competitions, such as the Marathon des Sables, Badwater 135 Ultramarathon, Spartathlon, the Keys 100 and the Costal Challenge in Costa Rica.
Professional
PhD Exercise Physiology – University of Chichester (2023 – Current)
MSc Sport and Exercise Physiology – University of Chichester (2000 – 2022)
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science – University of Chichester (2017 – 2000)
Publications
Willems, M. E., & Briggs, A. R. (2022). Running-induced metabolic and physiological responses using New Zealand blackcurrant extract in a male ultra-endurance runner: A case study. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, 7(4), 104.
Willems, M. E., Spurr, T. J., Lacey, J., & Briggs, A. R. (2024). Beneficial Physiological and Metabolic Effects with Acute Intake of New Zealand Blackcurrant Extract during 4 h of Indoor Cycling in a Male Ironman Athlete: A Case Study. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology, 9(3), 141.
Research
- Applied physiology in sport
- Physiology of endurance and ultra-endurance performance
- Benefits of anthocyanin supplementation to enhance exercise ability and performance
- Environmental Physiology
PhD
Andy is currently working towards his PhD, investigating the effects of New Zealand blackcurrant extract on metabolic, respiratory, cardiovascular and performance responses in individuals living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and also ultra-endurance trained individuals.