Personal profile
Research Interests
Applied scientist with research interests concerning exercise physiology, wearable technology and sports performance in hot and humid conditions.
CASES accredited practitioner, reviewer and supervisor.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Environmental Physiology, University of Brighton
Award Date: 1 Jun 2016
Taught Post-Graduate, Sport and Exercise Science [Physiology], Sheffield Hallam University
Award Date: 1 Sept 2012
Bachelor, Sport Science, Bangor University
Award Date: 1 Sept 2009
External positions
European Journal of Sports Science (Associate Editor)
1 Jul 2025 → …
Climate Change and Sustainability Committee - British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
1 Apr 2024 → 31 Mar 2026
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 13 Climate Action
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
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Real time monitoring of athlete health and performance in preparation for upcoming Continental, Olympic and National Games.
JAMES, C. (CoPI) & PITSILADIS, Y. (PI)
1/10/24 → 30/09/26
Project: Research project
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Sauana exposure for heat adaptation
Willmott, A. G. B. (PI), JAMES, C. (CoI), Gibson, O. R. (CoI) & Maxwell, N. S. (CoI)
1/05/23 → …
Project: Research project
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Heat adaptation in triathlon
JAMES, C. (PI), Willmott, A. G. B. (CoI) & Gibson, O. R. (CoI)
1/11/22 → …
Project: Research project
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Current Periodization, Testing, and Monitoring Practices of Strength and Conditioning Coaches
Washif, J. A., James, C., Pagaduan, J., Lim, J., Lum, D., Azidin, R. M. F. R., Mujika, I. & Beaven, C. M., Sept 2025, In: International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance. 20, 9, p. 1239-1252 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › peer-review
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Current practices of warm-up during strength training and conditioning based on coaching experience
Washif, J. A., Beaven, C. M., Pagaduan, J., Lim, J., Azidin, R. M. F. R., Tan, E., Lum, D. & James, C., Jun 2025, In: Sport Sciences for Health. 21, 2, p. 1029-1041 13 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › peer-review
5 Citations (Scopus) -
Environmental challenges for athletes
Stone, J. A., Tollefson, L. V., Shoemaker, E. P., LaPrade, R. F., Hutchinson, M. R., Muniz-Pardos, B., Casajús, J. A., James, C. & Migliorini, S., 17 Sept 2025, Sports Physician Handbook. Pitsiladis, Y. P., Yung, P.S.-H., Hutchinson, M. R. & Pigozzi, F. (eds.). 4th ed. Academic Press, p. 325-388 64 p.Research output: Chapter in book/report/conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Hot Yoga: A Systematic Review of the Physiological, Functional and Psychological Responses and Adaptations
Willmott, A. G. B., James, C. A., Jewiss, M., Gibson, O. R., Brocherie, F. & Mee, J. A., 1 Oct 2025, In: Sports Medicine - Open. 11, 1, 20 p., 110.Research output: Contribution to journal › Journal article › peer-review
Open Access1 Citation (Scopus) -
Microclimate Variability In A Large City Marathon: Hong Kong Marathon 2025
James, C., Verdoukas, P., Pena Iglesias, D. & Pitsiladis, Y., Oct 2025, In: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 57, 10S, p. 794 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Conference article › peer-review
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Prizes
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University of Brighton Doctoral College Postgraduate Research Award
JAMES, C. (Recipient), 2016
Prize: Award
Activities
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European Journal of Sport Science (Journal)
James, C. (Associate editor)
May 2025 → …Activity: Publication peer-review/editorial work › Editor/reviewer for publications (incl. CDCF T61 Journal Editor)
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The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (External organisation)
JAMES, C. (Committee/panel/advisory board member)
30 Mar 2024 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of board/committee/council
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Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (Journal)
JAMES, C. (Associate editor)
10 Nov 2023 → …Activity: Publication peer-review/editorial work › Editor/reviewer for publications (incl. CDCF T61 Journal Editor)
Press/Media
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What the science says - The Physical Demands Of Popular Squash Training Sessions
1/11/21
1 Media contribution
Press/Media