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Prof Aj Ali PhD, MSc, BSc(Hons)

Professor of Sport and Exercise Science/Associate Dean - International

Doctoral Mentor Supervisor
School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition

Ajmol completed his PE and Sport Science degree at Loughborough University (UK) in 1998. As an Undergraduate student he managed to help out on a couple of football-related PhD studies and his passion for Sport Science research was ignited! He subsequently stayed on for an MSc in Sports Science (Pass with Distinction; 1999) and, for his thesis project, investigated soccer skill and strength performance with and without fluid ingestion. Ajmol’s MSc thesis won him the prestigious Gatorade Sport Science Institute (GSSI) Prize which also helped him secure the only Faculty Doctoral studentship awarded that year. For the next three years Ajmol conducted a series of soccer-related studies, under the tutelage of Prof Clyde Williams, and he graduated with a PhD in 2002. He has presented all of his PhD studies at various conferences around the world and a number of published papers have resulted from the work.

Following the completion of his degree Ajmol completed a 6-month study investigating the effects of wearing compression stockings on various physiological and perceptual parameters in recreational runners. This work was funded by DuPont (now Invista) and Ajmol has since secured funding (by the same group) to continue the work.

Ajmol started at Massey University in 2003 and is currently an Associate Professor in Sport and Exercise Science at the Auckland Campus. Ajmol was instrumental in setting up the Sport and Exercise Science Laboratory at Auckland and has also previously been Major Leader for Sport and Exercise Science. Ajmol currently supervises a number of PhD and MSc students and is also involved in various promotional and consultancy initiatives on behalf of the School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition and Massey University. Ajmol is also Associate Dean, International for College of Health. 

 

Ajmol's main research interests include performance and physiology of team sports - especially football (soccer) - ergogenic aids and supplementation, and exercise for children. Ajmol collaborates with fellow exercise and sport scientists, food scientists, nutritionists and biochemists.

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Professional

Contact details

  • Ph: 09 4140800 ext 43414
    Location: Level 3, Sir Neil Waters Extension (SNWE)
    Campus: Auckland

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy - Loughborough University (2002)
  • Master of Science (Distinction) - Loughborough University (1999)
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Second Class Upper Division) - Loughborough University (1998)

Certifications and Registrations

  • Licence, Mentor Supervisor, Massey University

Research Expertise

Research Interests

Physiology and performance for team sports (especially football/soccer)

Ergogenic aids and supplementation

Recovery from exercise

Exercise for children

Research Opportunities

  • Football/soccer related research  (Ongoing) Please contact Ajmol to discuss your research ideas and interests
  • Ergogenic aids and supplementation  (Ongoing) Please contact Ajmol to discuss opportunities
  • Exercise for children  (Ongoing) Please contact Ajmol to discuss opportunities

Thematics

Health and Well-being, Future Food Systems

Area of Expertise

Field of research codes
Biological Sciences (060000):
Clinical and Sports Nutrition (111101): Health Promotion (111712): Medical And Health Sciences (110000): Medical and Health Sciences not elsewhere classified (119999): Medical Biochemistry and Metabolomics (110100): Medical Biochemistry: Carbohydrates (110102): Nutrition and Dietetics (111100): Nutritional Physiology (111103): Other Medical and Health Sciences (119900):
Physiology (060600):
Public Health and Health Services (111700)

Keywords

Physiology and performance for team sports (especially football/soccer)

Ergogenic aids and supplementation

Exercise for children

Research Projects

Summary of Research Projects

Position Current Completed
Project Leader 8 9

Completed Projects

Project Title: Carbohydrate mouth rinse and cycling performance

Mouth rinsing with a carbohydrate (CHO) solution (standard sports drinks) has been shown to enhance exercise performance in some but not all studies. A possible reason for the equivocal findings could relate to participants being in a fed state thereby limiting the potential ergogenic impact of sensing CHO in the mouth. However, in a fasted and glycogen-reduced state, in the present study, mouth rinsing with a CHO solution did not show any performance enhancements relative to a placebo control. CHO ingestion, on the other hand, enabled participants to increase power output during exercise. Plasma insulin and glucose concentrations were higher in the CHO ingestion trial suggesting possible glycogen sparing; estimated CHO oxidation rates were also higher in this trial relative to placebo control and CHO mouth rinse trials. Our data suggests that under these conditions CHO ingestion is superior to CHO mouth rinsing for moderately trained male cyclists.
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Date Range: 2010 - 2011

Funding Body: Massey University

Project Team:

  • Prof Aj Ali - Project Leader
  • Prof Bernhard Breier - Team Member
  • Dr Ji Yoo - Team Member
  • Mr Simon Bennett - Team Member

Project Title: Sensory evaluation of sports drinks during exercise

Sensory testing of beverages usually takes place in a laboratory setting using trained panellists. However, to make it more applicable to real-life settings, it is more appropriate to undertake sensory testing of sports drinks during exercise. This study assessed sensory perceptions of various formulations of sports drinks before, during and after exercise using recreational exercisers. We found that perceptions of sweetness increased during exercise whereas perceptions of saltiness was reduced. The low-carbohydrate high-electrolyte solution showed the greatest changes in sensory perceptions between non-exercise and exercise conditions indicating that what is preferred at rest may not be true during exercise.
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Date Range: 2008 - 2009

Funding Body: Massey University

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Research Outputs

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Ali, A., Mehta, S., Starck, C., Wong, M., O'Brien, WJ., Haswell, C., . . . Nasef, NA. (2021). Effect of SunGoldTM Kiwifruit and Vitamin C Consumption on Ameliorating Exercise-Induced Stress Response in Women.. Mol Nutr Food Res. , e2001219
[Journal article]Authored by: Ahmed Nasef, N., Rutherfurd, K., Wong, M.
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Jakubcik, EM., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Chabert, M., Wong, M., & Ali, A. (2021). Pharmacokinetics of nitrate and nitrite following beetroot juice drink consumption. Nutrients. 13(2), 1-14
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wong, M.
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Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Starck, C., Dulsen, D., & Ali, A. (2020). Comparison of Three Salivary Collection methods to Assess Physiological Markers.. Journal of Food Nutrition and Metabolism.
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Rowe, K., Wham, C., Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ., & Ali, A. (2020). CaffCo: a valid and reliable tool to assess caffeine consumption habits, caffeine expectancies and caffeine withdrawal effects in adults. Journal of Caffeine and Adenosine Research. 10(4), 154-160
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wham, C.
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Tennent, R., Ali, A., Wham, C., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, K. (2020). Narrative Review: Impact of Genetic Variability of CYP1A2, ADORA2A, and AHR on Caffeine Consumption and Response.. Journal of Caffeine and Adenosine Research. 10(4), 125-134
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wham, C.
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Lee, DCW., Ali, A., Sheridan, S., Chan, DKC., & Wong, SHS. (2020). Wearing Compression Garment Enhances Central Hemodynamics? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. , Retrieved from https://journals.lww.com/nsca-jscr/Abstract/9000/Wearing_Compression_Garment_Enhances_Central.94180.aspx
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Kung, SM., Fink, PW., Legg, SJ., Ali, A., & Shultz, SP. (2020). Age-related differences in perceived exertion while walking and running near the preferred transition speed. Pediatric Exercise Science. 32(4), 227-232
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Fink, P.
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Rapson, J., Conlon, C., Beck, K., von Hurst, P., & Ali, A. (2020). The development of a psychometrically valid and reliable questionnaire to assess nutrition knowledge related to pre‐schoolers. Nutrients. 12(7), 1-10
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Beck, K., Conlon, C., Von Hurst, P.
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Rapson, J., Conlon, C., & Ali, A. (2020). Nutrition knowledge and perspectives of physical activity for pre‐schoolers amongst early childhood education and care teachers. Nutrients. 12(7), 1-17
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Conlon, C.
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Turner, S., Diako, C., Kruger, R., Wong, M., Wood, W., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., . . . Ali, A. (2020). Consuming gymnema sylvestre reduces the desire for high-sugar sweet foods. Nutrients. 12(4)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Diako, C., Kruger, R., Rutherfurd, K., Turner, S., Wong, M., Wood, W.
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Lee, DCW., Law, HKW., Ali, A., Sheridan, SE., Wong, SHS., & Lee, SWY. (2020). Compression garment-induced leg changes increase hemodynamic responses in healthy individuals. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 41(1), 3-11
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Stanaway, L., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Page, R., Wong, M., Jirangrat, W., Teh, KH., . . . Ali, A. (2019). Acute supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice causes a greater increase in plasma nitrite and reduction in blood pressure of older compared to younger adults. Nutrients. 11(7)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Page, R., Rutherfurd, K., Wong, M.
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Kung, SM., Fink, PW., Legg, SJ., Ali, A., & Shultz, SP. (2019). Age-dependent variability in spatiotemporal gait parameters and the walk-to-run transition. Human Movement Science. 66, 600-606
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Fink, P.
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Coppalle, S., Rave, G., Ben Abderrahman, A., Ali, A., Salhi, I., Zouita, S., . . . Zouhal, H. (2019). Relationship of pre-season training load with in-season biochemical markers, injuries and performance in professional soccer players. Frontiers in Physiology. 10(APR)
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Farhani, F., Rajabi, H., Negaresh, R., Ali, A., Shalamzari, SA., & Baker, JS. (2019). Reliability and validity of a novel futsal special performance test designed to measure skills and anaerobic performance. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance. 14(8), 1096-1102
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Southward, K., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Badenhorst, C., & Ali, A. (2018). Response to “are there non-responders to the ergogenic 3 effects of caffeine ingestion on exercise performance?”. Nutrients. 10(11)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Badenhorst, C., Rutherfurd, K.
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Southward, K., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Badenhorst, C., & Ali, A. (2018). The role of genetics in moderating the inter-individual differences in the ergogenicity of caffeine. Nutrients. 10(10)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Badenhorst, C., Rutherfurd, K.
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Ali, A., Starck, C., Wham, C., Wolber, F., Dickens, M., Thunders, M., . . . Rutherfurd-Markwick, K. (2018). The highs and lows of caffeine intake in New Zealand children. Journal of Caffeine Research. 8(3), 86-98 Retrieved from https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/caff.2017.0035
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Dickens, M., O'Keeffe, K., Rutherfurd, K., Thomas, J., Wham, C., Wolber, F.
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Southward, K., Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ., & Ali, A. (2018). Correction to: The Effect of Acute Caffeine Ingestion on Endurance Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta–Analysis (Sports Medicine, (2018), 48, 8, (1913-1928), 10.1007/s40279-018-0939-8). Sports Medicine. 48(10), 2425-2441
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Lee, DCW., Lee, SWY., Khaw, K., Ali, A., Sheridan, SE., & Wong, SHS. (2018). Haemodynamic responses of wearing low-pressure sports compression tights during an orthostatic challenge in healthy individuals. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. 21(10), 1062-1067
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Southward, K., Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ., & Ali, A. (2018). The Effect of Acute Caffeine Ingestion on Endurance Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta–Analysis. Sports Medicine. 48(8), 1913-1928
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Kung, SM., Fink, PW., Legg, SJ., Ali, A., & Shultz, SP. (2018). What factors determine the preferred gait transition speed in humans? A review of the triggering mechanisms. Human Movement Science. 57, 1-12
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Fink, P.
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Lee, V., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., & Ali, A. (2018). Effect of carbohydrate ingestion during cycling exercise on affective valence and activation in recreational exercisers. Journal of Sports Sciences. 36(3), 340-347
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Wham, C., Rowe, K., Ali, A., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ. (2017). Influences of caffeine consumption among adult New Zealanders: a qualitative study. Journal of Caffeine Research. 7(4), 142-150 Retrieved from https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/pdf/10.1089/jcr.2017.0020
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wham, C.
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Naser, N., Ali, A., & Macadam, P. (2017). Physical and physiological demands of futsal. Journal of Exercise Science and Fitness. 15(2), 76-80
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Stanaway, L., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Page, R., & Ali, A. (2017). Performance and health benefits of dietary nitrate supplementation in older adults: A systematic review. Nutrients. 9(11)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Page, R., Rutherfurd, K.
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McLachlan, C., Smith, J., McLaughlin, T., Ali, A., Conlon, C., Mugridge, O., . . . Foster, S. (2017). Development of Teachers’ Knowledge and Skills in Implementing a Physical Education Curriculum: A New Zealand Early Childhood Intervention Study. International Journal of Early Childhood. 49(2), 211-228
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Conlon, C., McLaughlin, T.
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Ali, A., Pigou, D., Clarke, L., & McLachlan, C. (2017). Literature review on motor skill and physical activity in preschool children in New Zealand. Advances in Physical Education. 7(1), 10-26
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Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Starck, C., Dulson, DK., & Ali, A. (2017). Salivary diagnostic markers in males and females during rest and exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 14(1)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Calvo-Marín, J., Torrealba-Acosta, G., Campbell, M., Gaboury, J., Ali, A., & Chen-Ku, CH. (2017). Effect of insulin therapy and dietary adjustments on safety and performance during simulated soccer tests in people with type 1 diabetes: Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials. 18(1)
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Ali, A., Moss, C., Yoo, MJY., Wilkinson, A., & Breier, BH. (2017). Effect of mouth rinsing and ingestion of carbohydrate solutions on mood and perceptual responses during exercise. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 14(1)
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Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ., & Ali, A. (2016). Caffeine use in the 21st Century: Considerations for public health. Jacobs Journal of Food and Nutrition. 3(1), 1-10
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Ali, A., O'Donnell, J., Foskett, A., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, K. (2016). The influence of caffeine ingestion on strength and power performance in female team-sport players. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 13(1)
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Ali, A., Yoo, MJY., Moss, C., & Breier, BH. (2016). Carbohydrate mouth rinsing has no effect on power output during cycling in a glycogen-reduced state. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition. 13(1)
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Naser, N., & Ali, A. (2016). A descriptive-comparative study of performance characteristics in futsal players of different levels. Journal of Sports Sciences. 34(18), 1707-1715
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Atan, SA., Foskett, A., & Ali, A. (2016). Motion analysis of match play in New Zealand U13 to U15 age-group soccer players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 30(9), 2416-2423
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Ali, A., O’Donnell, J., Von Hurst, P., Foskett, A., Holland, S., Starck, C., . . . Rutherfurd-Markwick, K. (2016). Caffeine ingestion enhances perceptual responses during intermittent exercise in female team-game players. Journal of Sports Sciences. 34(4), 330-341
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A., Rutherfurd, K., Von Hurst, P.
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Ali, A., O'Donnell, JM., Starck, C., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ. (2015). The effect of caffeine ingestion during evening exercise on subsequent sleep quality in females. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 36(6), 433-439
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K.
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Le Moal, E., Rué, O., Ajmol, A., Abderrahman, AB., Hammami, MA., Ounis, OB., . . . Zouhal, H. (2014). Validation of the Loughborough Soccer Passing Test in young soccer players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 28(5), 1418-1426
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Azilah Atan, S., Foskett, A., & Ali, A. (2014). Special populations: Issues and considerations in youth soccer match analysis. International Journal of Sports Science. 4(3), 103-114 Retrieved from http://www.sapub.org/journal/index.aspx
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Rawstorn, JC., Maddison, R., Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2014). Rapid directional change degrades GPS distance measurement validity during intermittent intensity running. PLoS ONE. 9(4)
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BenOunis, O., BenAbderrahman, A., Chamari, K., Ajmol, A., BenBrahim, M., Hammouda, A., . . . Zouhal, H. (2013). Association of short-passing ability with athletic performances in youth soccer players. Asian Journal of Sports Medicine. 4(1), 41-48
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Bishop, NC., Gleeson, M., Nicholas, CW., & Ali, A. (2002). Influence of carbohydrate supplementation on plasma cytokine and neutrophil degranulation responses to high intensity intermittent exercise. International Journal of Sport Nutrition. 12(2), 145-156
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Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2014). Measuring intermittent exercise performance using shuttle running. Journal of Sports Sciences. 32(7), 601-609
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Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2013). Measuring intermittent exercise performance using shuttle running. Journal of Sports Sciences.
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Huijgen, BCH., Elferink-Gemser, MT., Ali, A., & Visscher, C. (2013). Soccer skill development in talented players. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 34(8), 720-726
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Ali, A., & Williams, C. (2013). Isokinetic and isometric muscle function of the knee extensors and flexors during simulated soccer activity: Effect of exercise and dehydration. Journal of Sports Sciences. 31(8), 907-916
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Huijgen, BCH., Elferink-Gemser, MT., Ali, A., & Visscher, C. (2013). Soccer Skill Development in Talented Players. International Journal of Sports Medicine.
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Ali, A., & Williams, C. (2012). Isokinetic and isometric muscle function of the knee extensors and flexors during simulated soccer activity: Effect of exercise and dehydration. Journal of Sports Sciences.
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Ali, A., Moss, C., Yoo, JY., & Breier, B. (2012). Effect Of Carbohydrate Mouth Rinse And/or Ingestion On High-intensity Exercise Performance. MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE. 44, 596-596
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Ali, A., Creasy, RH., & Edge, JA. (2011). The effect of graduated compression stockings on running performance. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. 25(5), 1385-1392
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Ali, A. (2011). Measuring soccer skill performance: A review. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports. 21(2), 170-183
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Ali, A., Gardiner, R., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2011). Fluid balance, thermoregulation and sprint and passing skill performance in female soccer players. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports. 21(3), 437-445
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Thomson, JS., Ali, A., & Rowlands, DS. (2011). Leucine-protein supplemented recovery feeding enhances subsequent cycling performance in welltrained men. Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism. 36(2), 242-253
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Rowlands, D.
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Ali, A., Duizer, L., Foster, K., Grigor, J., & Wei, W. (2011). Changes in sensory perception of sports drinks when consumed pre, during and post exercise. Physiology and Behavior. 102(5), 437-443
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Crooks, C., Cross, ML., Wall, C., & Ali, A. (2010). Effect of bovine colostrum supplementation on respiratory tract mucosal defenses in swimmers. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 20(3), 224-235
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Ali, A., Creasy, R., & Edge, J. (2010). Use of graduated compression stockings during competitive running. Phlebology Digest. 23(2), 20-21
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Crooks, CV., Cross, ML., Wall, C., & Ali, A. (2010). Efficacy of bovine colostrum supplementation on respiratory tract mucosal defenses in swimmers. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 20(3), 224-235
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Gant, N., Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2010). The influence of caffeine and carbohydrate coingestion on simulated soccer performance. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 20(3), 191-197
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Ali, A., Creasy, RH., & Edge, JA. (2010). Physiological effects of wearing graduated compression stockings during running. European Journal of Applied Physiology. 109(6), 1017-1025
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Ali, A., & Williams, C. (2009). Carbohydrate ingestion and soccer skill performance during prolonged intermittent exercise. Journal of Sports Sciences. 27(14), 1499-1508
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Foskett, A., Ali, A., & Gant, N. (2009). Caffeine enhances cognitive function and skill performance during simulated soccer activity. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 19(4), 410-423
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Foskett, A., Ali, A., & Gant, N. (2008). Caffeine Ingestion and Skill Performance during Simulated Soccer Activity. MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE. 40(5), S360-S361
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Gardiner, R., Gant, N., Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2008). Fluid Balance And Thermoregulation In Female Soccer Players. MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE. 40(5), S190-S190
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Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2008). Validation of a soccer skill test for use with females. International Journal of Sports Medicine. 29(11), 917-921
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O'Brien, KS., Hunter, J., Kypri, K., & Ali, A. (2008). Gender equality in university sportspeople's drinking. Drug and Alcohol Review. 27(6), 659-665
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O'Brien, KS., Ali, A., Cotter, JD., O'Shea, RP., & Stannard, S. (2007). Hazardous drinking in New Zealand sportspeople: Level of sporting participation and drinking motives. Alcohol and Alcoholism. 42(4), 376-382
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Ali, A., Caine, MP., & Snow, BG. (2007). Graduated compression stockings: Physiological and perceptual responses during and after exercise. Journal of Sports Sciences. 25(4), 413-419
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Ali, A., Williams, C., Hulse, M., Strudwick, A., Reddin, J., Howarth, L., . . . McGregor, S. (2007). Reliability and validity of two tests of soccer skill. Journal of Sports Sciences. 25(13), 1461-1470
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Backhouse, SH., Ali, A., Biddle, SJH., & Williams, C. (2007). Carbohydrate ingestion during prolonged high-intensity intermittent exercise: Impact on affect and perceived exertion. Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports. 17(5), 605-610
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Ali, A., Williams, C., Nicholas, CW., & Foskett, A. (2007). The influence of carbohydrate-electrolyte ingestion on soccer skill performance. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 39(11), 1969-1976
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Ali, A., Bate, C., Oram, C., & Williams, C. (2005). Effect Of Increased Dosage Of Carbohydrate-electrolyte Ingestion During Intermittent Running Exercise On Soccer Skill Performance. MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE. 37, S445-S445
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Leiper, JB., Nicholas, CW., Ali, A., Williams, C., & Maughan, RJ. (2005). The effect of intermittent high-intensity running on gastric emptying of fluids in man. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 37(2), 240-247
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Bishop, NC., Gleeson, M., Nicholas, CW., & Ali, A. (2002). Influence of carbohydrate supplementation on plasma cytokine and neutrophil degranulation responses to high intensity intermittent exercise. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 12(2), 145-156
[Journal article]Authored by: Ali, A.

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Book

Ali, A., Lee, SJ., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ. (2018). Whey protein for sports and exercise. In Whey Proteins: From Milk to Medicine. (pp. 579 - 636). : Elsevier Science
[Chapter]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Ali, A., Lee, SJ., & Rutherfurd-Markwick, KJ. (2018). Sports and exercise supplements. In Whey Proteins: From Milk to Medicine. (pp. 579 - 635).
[Chapter]Authored by: Ali, A., Lee, S., Rutherfurd, K.
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Williams, C., Ali, A., & McGregor, S. (2005). Factors affecting performance: Nutrition. In J. Dvorak, & DT. Kirkendall (Eds.) International Football and Sports Medicine: Caring for the Soccer Athlete Worldwide. (pp. 97 - 106). Rosemont, IL: American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
[Chapter]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Snow, BG., & Caine, MP. (2003). The influence of graduated compression stockings on heart rate during and muscle soreness following continuous fast-paced road-running. In Sports Dynamics: Discovery and Application. (pp. 151 - 156). Melbourne, Australia: RMIT University
[Chapter]Authored by: Ali, A.

Thesis

Ali, A. (2002). The influence of carbohydrate-electrolyte ingestion on metabolism and soccer skill performance during and following prolonged intermittent exercise. (Doctoral Thesis, Loughborough University)
[Doctoral Thesis]Authored by: Ali, A.

Conference

Gordon, D., Ali, A., Simpkin, A., Foskett, A., & Foskett, A. (2020). Designing football small-sided game design for sprinting: Which variables are most important?. Poster session presented at the meeting of Sport & Exercise Science NZ. Christchurch NZ
[Conference Poster]Authored by: Foskett, A.
Gordon, D., Ali, A., Simpkin, A., & Foskett, A. (2020). Football small-sided games and sprint demands: Can we push the boundaries?. In The Journal of Sport & Exercise Science(pp. 24 - 24). , Sport & Exercise Science New Zealand
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Foskett, A.
Stanaway, L., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Page, R., Wong, M., Jirangrat, W., Teh, K., . . . Ali, A. (2019). Does Acute Supplementation with Nitrate-Rich Beetroot Juice Benefit Older Adults More than Younger Adults?. In Nutrients Vol. 1 (pp. 26 - 26). , Nutrition Society of New Zealand: MDPI AG
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wong, M.
Stanaway, L., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Page, R., Wong, M., Jones, B., & Ali, A. (2019). Effects of Chronic Supplementation with Nitrate Rich Beetroot Juice on Cardiovascular Responses in Healthy Adults. In Nutrients Vol. 27 , Nutrition Society of New Zealand: MDPI AG
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wong, M.
Turner, S., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Ali, A., & Wham, C. (2019). Caffeinated Product Consumption among NZ Adolescents: Habits and Motivators for Consumption. In Nutrients Vol. 29 , Nutrition Society of New Zealand: MDPI AG
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Turner, S., Wham, C.

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Tennent, R., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., Ali, A., & Wham, C. (2019). The Impact of Genetic Variability of CYP1A2, ADORA2A, and AHR on Caffeine Consumption and Response among Adult New Zealanders. In Nutrients Vol. 30 , Nutrition Society of New Zealand: MDPI AG
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Rutherfurd, K., Wham, C.
Beck, K., Rapson, J., Conlon, C., Ali, A., & Von Hurst, P. (2019). The Development of a Psychometrically Valid and Reliable Questionnaire to Assess the Nutrition Knowledge of Early Childhood Education Teachers. , 2019 Annual Meeting of the Nutrition Society of New Zealand
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Beck, K., Conlon, C., Von Hurst, P.
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Wham, C., Stachyshyn, S., Rutherfurd-Markwick, K., & Ali, A. (2019). Caffeine Related Risk among Tertiary Students in New Zealand. Proceedings of the 2018 Nutrition Society of New Zealand Annual Conference. Vol. 24: 2018 Nutrition Society of New Zealand Annual Conference
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Wham, C.
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Lee, DCW., Khaw, K., Lee, SWY., Ajmol, A., O'Reilly, J., & Wong, SHS.Wearing Compression Garment Enhances Cardiac Efficiency from Supine to Head Up Tilt. MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE. 48 (5)(pp. 1039 - 1039). 0195-9131.
[Conference]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Ali, A. (2014, May). Caffeine ingestion in sport: Robbing Peter to pay Paul?. Presented at Nutrition for Exercise and Performance Symposium. Massey University, Auckland.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Moss, C., Yoo, MJY., & Breier, BH. (2012). Effect of carbohydrate mouth rinse and/or ingestion on high-intensity exercise performance. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. Vol. 44 (pp. S421 - S421). : American College of Sports Medicine Conference
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A. (2012, September). To ingest carbohydrates or not to ingest carbohydrates, that is the question!. Presented at Dietitians New Zealand, National Conference. Wellington, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A.
Stannard, SR., Ali, A., Barnes, MJ., Burns, M, ., Foskett, A., & Hodges, LD.(2011, February). Sport and Alcohol - Finding The Balance. . 1 (1)(pp. 1 - 278).
[Conference]Authored by: Ali, A., Barnes, M., Foskett, A., Hodges, L.
Zouhal, H., Rue, O., Ben Abderrahman, A., Hammami, MA., Ben Ounis, O., Le Moal, E., . . . Ali, A. (2011). Validation of the Loughborough soccer passing test for use with young soccer players. In 16th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 248 - 248). Liverpool, United Kingdom
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Rawstorn, J., Maddison, R., Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Gant, N. (2011). The validity of GPS for quantifying high-intensity multidirectional activities. In 16th Annual Congress of the European College of Spot Science(pp. 574 - 574). Liverpool, United Kingdom
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Ali, A., Duizer, L., Foster, K., Grigor, J., & Wei, W. (2011). The influence of exercise on sensory perceptions of sports drinks. In 16th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 442 - 442). Liverpool, United Kingdom
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Thomson, JS., Ali, A., & Rowlands, DS. (2010, November). Leucine-protein supplemented carbohydrate recovery feeding enhances subsequent cycling performance in well-trained men. Presented at New Zealand Sports Medicine and Science Conference. Wellington, New Zealand.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A., Rowlands, D.
Ali, A. (2009, November). Compression garments and recovery from exercise. Presented at Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand Conference. Rotorua, NZ.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Gant, N., Foskett, A., Moss, C., & Lynch, CD. (2009). The modified loughborough intermittent shuttle test (list): a performance tool for use with games players.. In 14th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 608 - 608). : Gamlebyen Grafiske AS
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Ali, A., Foskett, A., & Carrasco, A. (2009). Effects of hydration on elite surfing performance. In 14th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 562 - 562). : Gamlebyen Grafiske AS
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Creasy, R., Ali, A., & Edge, J. (2008). The effect of wearing graduated compression stockings on running performance. In 13th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 89 - 89). : Editorial do Ministerio da Educacao
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Gant, N., Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2008). The influence of caffeine and carbohydrate co-ingestion on soccer performance.. In 13th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 380 - 380). : Editorial do Ministerio da Educacao
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Creasy, R., Ali, A., & Edge, J. (2008). The physiological and perceptual effects of wearing graduated compression stockings during running. In New Zealand Sports Medicine And Science conference(pp. 32 - 32). : Sports Medicine New Zealand Inc.
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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Gardiner, R., Gant, N., Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2008). Fluid Balance And Thermoregulation In Female Soccer Players. In MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE Vol. 40 (pp. S190 - S190). : LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
Foskett, A., Ali, A., & Gant, N. (2008). Caffeine Ingestion and Skill Performance during Simulated Soccer Activity. In MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE Vol. 40 (pp. S360 - S361). : LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
Gant, N., Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2008). The influence of caffeine and carbohydrate co-ingestion on soccer performance. Poster session presented at the meeting of 13th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science. Estoril, Portugal
[Conference Poster]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
Creasy, R., Ali, A., & Edge, J. (2008, July). The effect of wearing graduated compression stockings on running performance. Presented at 13th Annual Congress of the European College of Sport Science. Estoril, Portugal.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., & Gant, N. (2007). The influence of fluid ingestion on soccer performance in female players. In 12th annual congress of the European College of Sport Science(pp. 268 - 268). : Otavan Kirjapaino Oy, Keuruu.
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
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O'Regan, S., Ali, A., & Wilson, F. (2007). Impact of playing level on skill performance in early pubescent Irish soccer players. In 6th World Congress on Science and Football: Book of Abstracts(pp. 188 - 189). : Asist Group [Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, vol. 6 (suppl. 10)]
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., & Foskett, A. (2006). Reliability and validity of a soccer skill test for use with female players. In New Zealand Sports Medicine and Science Conference(pp. 29 - 29). : Sports Medicine New Zealand Inc.
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
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Backhouse, SH., Ali, A., Biddle, SJH., & Williams, C. (2006). Carbohydrate ingestion and the subjective exercise experience: A case for moving beyond perceived exertion and "what' people fee. In JOURNAL OF SPORT & EXERCISE PSYCHOLOGY Vol. 28 (pp. S28 - S29). : HUMAN KINETICS PUBL INC
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Williams, C., Bate, C., & Oram, C. (2005, November). Time course of soccer skill decrement during prolonged high intensity intermittent running. Presented at New Zealand Sports medicine+science Conference. Queenstown, NZ.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Bate, C., Oram, C., & Williams, C. (2005). Effect Of Increased Dosage Of Carbohydrate-electrolyte Ingestion During Intermittent Running Exercise On Soccer Skill Performance. In MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE Vol. 37 (pp. S445 - S445). : LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Leiper, JB., Nicholas, CW., Ali, A., Williams, C., & Maughan, RJ. (2003). The effect of intermittent high-intensity running on the rate of gastric emptying in man. In Medicine & Science in Sport & Exercise Vol. 35 (pp. s214). Hagerstown MD: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Eldred, J., Hirst, M., Hulse, M., McGregor, S., Strudwick, A., . . . Williams, C. (2003). The reliability and validity of the modified Loughborough soccer passing test. In Journal of Sports Sciences Vol. 21 (pp. 258 - 258).
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Eldred, J., Hirst, M., Howarth, L., Reddin, J., & Williams, C. (2003). The reliability and validity of the Loughborough soccer shooting test. In Journal of Sports Sciences Vol. 21 (pp. 257 - 257).
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Snow, BG., & Caine, MP. (2003). The influence of graduated compression stockings on heart rate during and muscle soreness following continuous fast-paced road-running. In A. Subic, P. Trivailo, & FA. Eds (Eds.) International Congress on Sports Dynamics. (pp. 151 - 156). Melbourne, VIC
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Ali, A.
Ali, A., Nicholas, CW., Brooks, JH., Davison, S., Foskett, A., & Williams, C. (2002). The influence of carbohydrate ingestion on soccer skill performance. In Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise Vol. 34 (pp. unpaged). Madison, WI: American College of Sports Medicine
[Conference Abstract]Authored by: Ali, A., Foskett, A.
Barnes, MJ.Alcohol and recovery from strenuous exercise. In SR. stannard, A. ali, MJ. Barnes, M. Burns, A. Foskett, & L. Hodges (Eds.): Sport and alcohol: finding the balance
[Conference Paper in Published Proceedings]Authored by: Barnes, M.Edited by: Ali, A., Foskett, A., Hodges, L.

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Other

Ali, A. (2010). Carbohydrate ingestion during soccer: More than just energy provision. (pp. 9 - 11). Complete Media and Marketing Ltd
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Consultancy and Languages

Languages

  • English
    Last used: All the time
    Spoken ability: Excellent
    Written ability: Excellent
  • Bengali (Sylheti)
    Last used: With family
    Spoken ability: Average
    Written ability: Needs work

Teaching and Supervision

Teaching Statement

Undergraduate (100, 200 and 300-level) and postgraduate teaching; postgraduate student supervision (Honours, Postgraduate Diploma, MSc and PhD)

Courses Coordinated

Contact Supervisor

Graduate Supervision Statement

I have a relaxed style of supervision, I encourage peer-to-peer learning within my research team, and strive to upskill my students to become independent learners. I am a stickler for detail and provide support where required - and, seek support from elsewhere if necessary. All students will have one or more co-supervisors, and occasionally external/inmternationl co-supervisors as well; I believe in a team approach to help facilitite learning on a number of levels. 

Recipient of College of Health Research Medal 2017 - Supervision Award


Prof Aj Ali is available for Masters and Doctorial supervision.

Summary of Doctoral Supervision

Position Current Completed
Main Supervisor 3 0
Co-supervisor 3 3

Current Doctoral Supervision

Main Supervisor of:

  • Krutika Nanavati - Doctor of Philosophy
    The Influence of A Protein-rich Dairy Beverage Fortified With Curcumin On Health And Wellness In Older Adults
  • Kyle Southward - Doctor of Philosophy
    The effects of genetics on physical, mental and perceptual responses to caffeine supplementation
  • Luke Stanaway - Doctor of Philosophy
    The effects of nitrate supplementation on performance, metabolism and cardiovasculr function in older adults

Co-supervisor of:

  • Danika Pillay - Doctor of Philosophy
    Evaluation of the Healthy Food Environment for the Healthy Active Learning Intervention
  • Cameron Haswell - Doctor of Philosophy
    Improving glucose control in prediabetes: hypoglycaemic potential of beetroot and blackcurrant juice
  • Daniel Gordon - Doctor of Philosophy
    Developing specific training modalities to reduce injury incidence and optimise performance in football.

Completed Doctoral Supervision

Co-supervisor of:

  • 2019 - Stacey Kung - Doctor of Philosophy
    Age-related determinants of the walk-to-run transition in youth
  • 2011 - Jasmine Thomson - Doctor of Philosophy
    Effect of leucine-protein high-carbohydrate post-exercise nutrition on subsequent performance and the protein regulated genomic and signalling events governing adaptive remodelling
  • 2008 - Christine Crooks - Doctor of Philosophy
    The effect of a bovine colostrums supplementation on levels of s-lgA in elite athletes, non-exercising controls and non-exercising older adults.

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