Name and Surname: assist. prof. Žiga Kozinc, PhD
Links: ARIS 51596
E-mail: ziga.kozinc@fvz.upr.si

Research facility (research activity location)
Univerza na Primorskem, Fakulteta za vede o zdravju

Research field according to ARIS classification
Science: Družboslovje
Field: Sport
Subfield: Kinesiology

Summary of research topic and field

The topic is announced within the framework of a position for a young researcher (MR), awarded to the P5-0443 group, and will commence with the academic year 2025/2026. The young researcher will primarily work at the intersection of kinesiology, physiotherapy, and medicine, with a focus on the diagnostics and rehabilitation of individuals with neurological disorders. The research will center on evaluating and optimizing therapeutic interventions for selected populations with neurodegenerative or developmental-neurological conditions.

 In the studies, the young researcher will examine neuromuscular function and assess the effectiveness of various physiotherapeutic approaches, such as medical and neurorehabilitation methods, targeted exercise therapy, manual techniques, and technology-assisted rehabilitation (e.g., functional electrical stimulation, robotic therapies, etc.). The work is expected to involve advanced diagnostic and research methods, including electromyography, motion analysis, dynamometry, ultrasound imaging, neurophysiological methods, and clinical scales for assessing functional capacity.The researcher will have the opportunity to participate in clinical studies and interdisciplinary projects that integrate physiotherapy, neuroscience, rehabilitation medicine, and kinesiology. They will contribute to the development of new therapeutic strategies and help shape guidelines for more effective rehabilitation approaches. Additionally, the researcher will be involved in international research networks and actively participate in the preparation of scientific publications and research project applications.