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• BASES Committee and Advisory Group Appointments

  28th November 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce the following appointments: Dr Patricia Jackman has been appointed CPD Rep on the Psychology Division Committee. Trish will also be a member of the CPD...

• Celebrating Clinical Exercise Physiology as a Registered Healthcare Profession

  28th November 2023

  ‘Celebrating CEP as a Registered Healthcare Profession’ was a satellite event to the BASES conference which took place on Wednesday 15th November at the Techno Centre at Coventry University. Thank you to all...

• Two inspiring days at BASES Conference 2023

  22nd November 2023

  BASES Conference 2023 took place on 16-17 November at Coventry Building Society Arena; two inspiring days filled with world-leading insight and expertise. The 2023 conference also celebrated the Association’s 30th...

• BASES Conference 2023 Award Winners

  21st November 2023

  Congratulations to all our award winners at the BASES Annual Conference 2023 and well done to all those who presented. A huge thank you to our award sponsors: BASES, Cranlea, Human Kinetics, Routledge and Sportesse. ...

• 2023 Celebration of Science

  20th November 2023

  The Science Council ran the 2023 Celebration of Science, which took place on 15 November 2023 at the Thinktank, an award-winning Birmingham Science Museum.  Prof Andy Lane FBASES represented BASES at the event,...

• BASES’ Annual General Meeting 2023

  20th November 2023

  The BASES Annual General Meeting took place on Thursday 16 November 2023 at the CBS Arena, Coventry, and online via WebinarJam. Members can access the minutes of the meeting and the accompanying slides via the...

• TSES now live for Winter 2023 edition

  8th November 2023

  The Winter issue (78) of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available to view in the BASES Members’ Area. Hard copies have been posted*. *not applicable to overseas members. Highlights: Editor's Choice:...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Accreditation Advisory Group Reviewers (x2)

  7th November 2023

  BASES Accreditation is a professional standard, widely recognised by employers in the sport and exercise industry, which is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated they have the necessary knowledge, skills and...

• 2024 CEPA Conference

  3rd November 2023

  Further to the recent abstract call out for 2024 CEPA Conference, which is taking part on 10 February 2024, as a strategic partner of CEPA, BASES members can receive registration at the same cost as CEPA members. To...

• BASES’ Position Stand on Artificial Intelligence and Assessment

  27th October 2023

  The BASES’ Board is pleased to publish a Position Stand on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Assessment. This Position Stand was authored by Dr Mark White, Dr Andy Smith FBASES, Dr Eddie Bradley, Prof Joanne Hudson...

• Opportunities to get involved in BASES’ Division Committees and Advisory Groups

  26th October 2023

  Several volunteers have now concluded their terms on BASES’ Standing Committees and Advisory Groups, and we are currently going out to open advert for the following roles: Psychology Division Committee: CPD Rep**,...

• BASES’ Annual General Meeting 2023

  23rd October 2023

  The BASES Annual General Meeting will be held at 5:15 pm on Thursday 16 November 2023, at the Ricoh Business Lounge South, CBS Arena, Coventry and via remote participation, on WebinarJam. Members will have received an...

• Active Pregnancy Foundation report

  20th October 2023

  With Covid cases on the rise again, the Active Pregnancy Foundation would like to highlight their recent report: Overlooked & underserved: pregnant & postnatal women’s engagement, opportunities & resources...

• BASES Advisory Group Appointment

  11th October 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Dr Mike Price FBASES has been appointed to the BASES Conference Planning Group. The BASES Board would like to thank all members who give up their...

• BASES News

  11th October 2023

  BASES is extremely sad to learn of the passing of Professor Steven N. Blair. Professor Blair (Steve) was the invited keynote speaker at the BASES 2018 Conference in Harrogate, where he opened the Conference on his...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award - deadline 30 Nov

  11th October 2023

  We are now accepting applications for the above award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click here to download the...

• Delphi survey: The key knowledge and skills of a clinical exercise physiologist in the UK

  10th October 2023

  BASES members are invited to participate in a research study titled: The key knowledge and skills of a clinical exercise physiologist in the UK: a Delphi survey. This study is being carried out by Connor Osin from...

• Abstract call out for 2024 CEPA Conference

  9th October 2023

  The Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA) welcomes BASES to an open call for submissions for their annual online conference being held 10 February 2024. Accepted abstracts will be published in the Journal of...

• BASES supports Keeping your child safe in sport week

  6th October 2023

  This week sees the Child Protection in Sport Unit (CPSU) promote “Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport 2023” which highlights the role parents and carers play in keeping their children safe while taking part in sports...

• BASES Early-to mid-Career Researcher Project Grant Winner

  4th October 2023

  Congratulations to Dr Paul Morgan from Manchester Metropolitan University who has been awarded the above grant. Research Project: "Investigating the anabolic potential of a ‘sustainable animal free milk protein’...

• BASES Student Webinar Series

  4th October 2023

  In the lead up to the 2024 BASES Student Conference, we would like to dedicate a series of webinars ‘The BASES Student Webinar Series’ to support and aid learning for students, at both undergraduate and...

• BASES Advisory Group Appointments

  29th September 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Dr Romanda Dillon, Dr Laura Johnson and Emily Hansell have been appointed to the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group...

• BASES Committee Appointment

  15th September 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Lily Matthias has been appointed Undergraduate Student Rep on the Physiology and Nutrition Division Committee – congratulations! The BASES Board...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  12th September 2023

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in financial difficulty. The Board has created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped at £1,000 per year...

• BASES Advisory Group Appointments

  12th September 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Prof John Dickinson FBASES and Dr Theodoros Bampouras have been appointed to the BASES Conference Planning Group. The BASES Board would like to...

• BASES Volunteer Awards

  11th September 2023

  As part of our 30th anniversary celebrations, BASES established a new Volunteer of the Year award, which was promoted during Volunteering Week in June. A sub-group of the Board reviewed all applications, and the 2023...

• BASES announces pre-Conference satellite events

  11th September 2023

  As part of the BASES 2023 Conference, on 15 November 2023, BASES will be running a number of pre-Conference satellite events at Coventry University. The events are free to attend (the full-day workshop delivered...

• BASES announces a public talk on 'Exercise Training and the Menstrual Cycle' within the BASES 2023 Conference

  8th September 2023

  The BASES Outreach Project Team, which aims to increase public engagement and awareness of BASES, has planned a public talk, open to any interested parties, which will take place during the BASES 2023 Conference at...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 30 Sept

  6th September 2023

  We are now accepting applications for the above award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 30 September Apply for this award: Click here to...

• BASES Expert Statement grants - deadline 1 Oct

  6th September 2023

  We are now accepting applications for the above grant. Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May and 1...

• Applications open to bid to host the BASES Biomechanics Interest Group (BIG) and Division Day 2024

  5th September 2023

  With #BIG2023 being the last online conference, we will be looking for a host to be running this event in-person in the year 2024.We are pleased to be inviting Institutions, Organisations or other Bodies to apply to...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Group

  31st August 2023

  The BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group (EDI AG) is now seeking two posts from Professional members and two posts from Student members, one of which must be an Undergraduate Student. The new appointees...

• BASES welcomes new Division Chair

  29th August 2023

  Following open recruitment over the summer, congratulations are extended to our new Psychology Division Chair who has been appointed by the Human Resources, Remuneration and Appointments Committee. Dr Amy Whitehead...

• Only a few days left to secure your delegate place for BASES Conference 2023 at a reduced rate

  29th August 2023

  Only a few days left to secure your delegate place for BASES Conference 2023 at a reduced rate. Early bird registration closes Friday 1 September 2023. BASES Conference 2023 is taking place over Thursday 16 - Friday...

• Updates to HCPC Standards for Sport and Exercise Psychologists

  29th August 2023

  The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has recently updated its standards for Sport and Exercise Psychologists. These updated standards will come into effect on 1 September 2023. The revisions reflect the...

• Resources from the Royal Osteoporosis Society

  21st August 2023

  We have been made aware by the Royal Osteoporosis Society about some new and recent resources, plus a forthcoming event that our members may find useful. BASES was a partner organisation back in 2018 that helped...

• Congratulating learners on their result day

  17th August 2023

  A big congratulations to those Sport, Sports Science and Physical Education students receiving their results today. Key decisions about what to study at university can be overwhelming. There are many resources...

• NEW BASES Fellowships awarded 2023

  15th August 2023

  Congratulations to our new BASES Fellows who will be awarded their certificate at the BASES Annual Conference dinner in November: Prof Lynne Boddy, Liverpool John Moores University Dr Andrew Mitchell,...

• Prof Edward Winter Early Career Researcher Award - deadline extended 31 August

  11th August 2023

  Applications are now open for the above award. Deadline extended. Further details below: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Student or Professional member Application Closing Date: 31...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  11th August 2023

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Winter 2023) and receive...

• BASES New Expert Statement launched

  11th August 2023

  NEW BASES Expert Statement on Physical Activity and Limiting Sedentary Behaviour for Effective Management of Sarcopenia in Community-dwelling Older Adults launched. Published: Autumn 2023 TSES Produced...

• TSES now live for Autumn 2023 edition

  11th August 2023

  The Autumn issue (77) of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available to view in the BASES Members’ Area. Hard copies have been posted*. *not applicable to overseas members. Highlights: Editor's Choice:...

• Candidates confirmed for the new BASES Professional Development and Mentoring Programme

  9th August 2023

  Following the open recruitment application by the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Group for the first cohort for the Professional Development and Mentoring Programme (PDMP), we are delighted to...

• Orthopaedic Research UK joint partnership funds

  8th August 2023

  We have been made aware through Orthopaedic Research UK, a UK based charity aiming to invest in our collective future movement through research & innovations, education and partnerships, of a number of joint funding...

• Congratulating learners on their result day

  8th August 2023

  A big congratulations to those Physical Education students receiving their SQA results today. Key decisions about what to study at university can be overwhelming. There are many resources available to help you make the...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 Sept

  8th August 2023

  We are now accepting applications for the above grant: Number Offered: Up to 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each year) Apply for this...

• BASES Committee and Advisory Group Appointments

  7th August 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Dr Christopher Kirk has been appointed to the Sport and Performance Division Committee as incoming Membership Representative. Dr Lauren Forsyth has...

• Disability Pride Month

  25th July 2023

  July is Disability Pride Month. Last week, we shared content as to what we can do to create a more inclusive space for people with disabilities.  This week, we would like to highlight a number of organisations...

• Discount available on Clinical Exercise Physiology, Fifth Edition

  19th July 2023

  To celebrate the one-year anniversary of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Fifth Edition, we wanted to remind all BASES members that you can enjoy an exclusive 20% discount using promo code BASES20. “Clinical Exercise...

• Disability Pride Month

  17th July 2023

  July is Disability Pride Month. Since 2015, Disability Pride Month has been a celebration of the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities. What can you do to create a more inclusive space for people with...

• Opportunity to get involved in BASES’ Division Committees and Advisory Groups

  7th July 2023

  Several volunteers have now concluded their terms on BASES’ Standing Committees and Advisory Groups, and we are currently going out to open advert for the following roles: Division Committee - Physiology and...

• Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route update: New SEPAR documentation due for release August 2023

  7th July 2023

  Please can current and future SEPAR candidates, supervisors and reviewers be aware that there will be some upcoming changes to the SEPAR documentation, aimed at streamlining the submission and review process. SEPAR...

• AI in Teaching and Assessment

  3rd July 2023

  In response to the impact that Artificial Intelligence is having across the Sport and Exercise Science sector, a small group of volunteers is working on a Position Stand for the Association. Whilst addressing ‘the...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Conference Planning Group, with specialism in Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour, Nutrition and Multi-disciplinary

  26th June 2023

  The BASES Annual Conference is our flagship event. The Conference Planning Group is responsible for the technical content and overall planning of the annual BASES Conference, including securing all speakers, so that we...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Psychology Division Chair

  16th June 2023

  Prof Adam Gledhill FBASES (Psychology Division) will finish his current term of Division Chair and Director of the Association after the November 2023 Board meeting. We would like to thank Adam for his hard work for...

• BASES Skill Acquisition Special Interest Group and the ESAN Conference

  13th June 2023

  The 10th Conference of the Expertise and Skill Acquisition Network (ESAN) took place on 17 – 18 May 2023 at the Institute of Sport, Manchester Metropolitan University. The ESAN Conference topics cover skill...

• BASES Committee and Advisory Group Appointments

  12th June 2023

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Julia Suchanecka has been appointed to the Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Division Committee as incoming Undergraduate Student Representative and...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist

  7th June 2023

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Autumn 2023) and receive...

• BASES Early-to mid-Career Researcher Project Grant - deadline 15 July

  6th June 2023

  Applications now open to apply. Numbered Offered: One per year up to £5000. Application Closing Date: 15 July (each year) Results Available: Within eight weeks of the application closing date. To apply:...

• BASES Fellowships - deadline 31 July

  6th June 2023

  BASES Fellowship is considered an accolade that individuals aspire to and an honour that people are proud of and is valued. For 'FBASES' to be placed after someone's name, it should denote a passion and commitment to...

• World Environment Day

  5th June 2023

  World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June and encourages awareness and action for the protection of the environment. To celebrate World Environment Day, thanks to our Climate Change Action Team (CCAT),...

• BASES Professional Development and Mentoring Programme

  5th June 2023

  The BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Group is happy to announce the launch of its first Professional Development and Mentoring Programme (PDMP). The EDI Advisory Group was created to help drive...

• Pride month 2023

  1st June 2023

  LGBTQIA+ Pride Month takes place every June across the world, in celebration of self-identity, inclusivity and equality. To learn more about the work of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group, please...

• BASES Tender Brief: The Sport and Exercise Scientist digital format

  1st June 2023

  The Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES) is the official quarterly publication of BASES. It is available free to BASES members and is currently the #1 member benefit. In its current form, TSES is one of BASES’...

• Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2023 – BASES Volunteer of the Year

  1st June 2023

  BASES is celebrating 30 years in 2023. To mark this achievement, the Board has introduced a new Award in recognition of all the hard work and dedication that BASES receives from all the volunteers working on behalf of...

• Promoting Professional Standards

  1st June 2023

  BASES is the professional body for sport and exercise sciences in the UK. We administer and award the following accreditations and certifications which enable professionals working in sport and exercise science to...

• Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network (WiSEAN) Conference 2023

  26th May 2023

  Liverpool John Moores University are hosting the Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network (WiSEAN) Conference on 21 and 22 June 2023. Through the event, they are bringing together students, academics, and...

• Recognising members who live the BASES’ Values, Commitments and Behaviours

  22nd May 2023

  At the 2022 AGM, the members approved the new Values, Commitments and Behaviours. Sections have since been added to application forms (Grant and Awards applications; Accreditation / Endorsement programmes,...

• BASES News

  19th May 2023

  BASES is extremely sad to learn of the passing of Dr Kieran Kingston, a former BASES member and accredited practitioner, who sadly passed away earlier this month following a short battle with illness. Kieran...

• BASES and CEP-UK CPD Grant winners

  12th May 2023

  BASES and Clinical Exercise Physiology UK are please to announce the winners of this years CPD grants. These have been established to provide annual opportunities for four BASES professional / graduate...

• Climate change and sustainability: Shaping practice across the Sport and Exercise Science sector

  11th May 2023

  Working with colleagues at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), the BASES Climate Change Action Team would like to share a research survey with our members in association with the following project titled - Climate change...

• New appointments within the BASES’ Board

  2nd May 2023

  As part of an ongoing review of BASES’ governance, the Directors considered introducing the roles of Deputy Chair and Senior Non-Executive Director within the Board. The main responsibilities of the Deputy Chair are...

• BASES Student Conference 2023

  27th April 2023

  Over 200 students, academics and exhibitors attended the BASES Student Conference 2023 hosted by Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge on 24-25 April 2023.  The conference theme was “Reflections from the Past...

• Expression of interest to contribute to the promotion of key events

  27th April 2023

  Building on the recent examples of content being shared with our members to mark key national and international events, over the next three months, we plan to create a few resources including infographics, videos,...

• BASES Student Conference 2023 Award Winners

  27th April 2023

  The BASES Student Conference 2023, hosted by Anglia Ruskin University concluded yesterday. It was a fantastic event full of knowledge sharing and learning. Thank you to everyone involved and for the continued support...

• Request to identify Athena Swan / Race Equality Charter Mark advisors / critical friends

  26th April 2023

  A recent meeting of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group (EDI AG) discussed increasing activity associated with the promotion of EDI and an accompanying increase in academic departments attaining...

• BASES Student Conference 2023 - Excellence in Sport Lecture

  21st April 2023

  Anglia Ruskin University, organisers of BASES Student Conference 2023, taking place Monday 24 – Tuesday 25 April 2023, is pleased to announce the free streaming of Keynote 2 "BASES 2023 Student Conference...

• Happy Eid Mubarak

  20th April 2023

  We would like to wish Muslim BASES members and those Muslims around the world a very happy “Eid Mubarak”.  We hope the completion of the holy month of Ramadan and commencement of Eid Celebrations was a...

• Opportunity to get involved in BASES’ Division Committees and Advisory Groups

  13th April 2023

  Several volunteers have now concluded their terms on BASES’ Standing Committees and Advisory Groups, and we are currently going out to open advert for the following roles: Division Committee – Biomechanics and...

• Abstracts invited for BASES Conference 2023

  12th April 2023

  We are pleased to announce that abstract submissions and registration are now open for BASES Conference 2023, which this year is taking place at the CBS Arena, Coventry, on Thursday 16 to Friday 17 November 2023. ...

• New member benefit with Dell Technologies UK

  6th April 2023

  BASES is pleased to announce it has partnered with Dell Technologies UK to offer BASES members a range of exclusive discounts on selected IT equipment and services. These include: Up to 20% discount off...

• New Workshop Tutoring Opportunities

  5th April 2023

  Over the last ten years, Sport Education Solutions Ltd (SES Ltd) has worked with BASES to develop and successfully deliver its core workshops to over 200 trainee sport and exercise scientists on the BASES...

• New job title for the BASES Executive Director

  4th April 2023

  The Board of BASES is pleased to announce a change of job title for Ian Wilson from Executive Director to that of Chief Executive Officer from 1 April 2023. BASES Chair, Professor Zoe Knowles FBASES, Chair of the Human...

• BASES signs new MoU with the Sports Nutrition Group of the British Dietetics Association.

  31st March 2023

  BASES and the Sports Nutrition Group (SNG) of the Association for UK Dieticians (BDA) are proud to sign a new Memorandum of Understanding, whose purpose is to enhance co-operation and co-ordination between both...

• BASES extends its MoU with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology

  24th March 2023

  The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and BASES have reviewed the current Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), extending the current agreement to provide reciprocal access to each organisation’s...

• Decision regarding the pilot BASES Outreach Hubs

  23rd March 2023

  In September 2023, BASES will launch a poster competition aimed at engaging students aged between 14 and 18 years and studying GCSE, BTEC or A-Level subjects related to sport and exercise sciences. In January 2023,...

• List your UG/PG courses on the BASES Course Finder

  21st March 2023

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• The BACPR is seeking BASES members to be appointed to their Exercise Professionals Group

  13th March 2023

  BASES is seeking to appoint a highly experienced specialist practitioner in cardiovascular disease prevention and rehabilitation as a representative to the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and...

• Manchester Metropolitan University confirmed as BASES Student Conference 2024 hosts

  13th March 2023

  BASES Student Conference 2024 will be hosted by Manchester Metropolitan University, on their All Saints campus, which is based in the heart of central Manchester, on 3-4 April 2024. The theme of the conference is...

• International Women’s Day

  8th March 2023

  Today is International Women’s Day and the theme of 2023 is #EmbraceEquity - celebrate women's achievement and raise awareness. BASES membership includes many inspirational and inspiring women, we would like to...

• BASES and Clinical Exercise Physiology UK Continuing Professional Development Grants - deadline 31 March

  7th March 2023

  We are now accepting applications for the above grants: Number Offered: Four each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional member and Graduate member Application Open Date: 1 January (each...

• BASES New Expert Statement launched

  3rd March 2023

  NEW BASES Expert Statement on the Integrity in the Sport and Exercise Sciences launched. Published: Spring 2023 TSES Produced on behalf of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences by Dr Emma...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist

  1st March 2023

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Summer 2023) and receive...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  1st March 2023

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in financial difficulty. The Board has created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped at £1,000 per year...

• BASES updates its MoU with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP)

  24th February 2023

  The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) announce the signing of an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The aim of the MoU is to...

• BASES signs updated MoU with Exercise & Sports Science Australia

  24th February 2023

  This updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlines the defined agreed collaborative relationship between the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)...

• Recognition of a BASES Fellow

  23rd February 2023

  At the Nutrition Society’s Annual Reception in January, Prof Clyde Williams OBE FBASES was awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the Nutrition Society, for which BASES extends its congratulations.  Clyde is...

• Opportunity to join an event planning group to promote Clinical Exercise Physiology

  23rd February 2023

  Clinical Exercise Physiology UK has been established to promote registered UK Clinical Exercise Physiologists to work with multiple chronic disease populations. It has been a busy period with the register going live,...

• BASES Leadership and Management training – have your say

  21st February 2023

  Recent discussions in BASES have centred on how we can support early and mid-career members with their professional development. One idea being explored is for BASES to create some leadership and management training...

• BASES News

  17th February 2023

  BASES is extremely sad to learn of the passing of Dr Roger Ramsbottom FBASES. Roger was Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology at Oxford Brookes University. He was made a Fellow of BASES in 2012 and was an...

• NEW Special Interest Group - Skill Acquisition

  17th February 2023

  BASES are pleased to announce the new special interest group entitled Skill Acquisition convened by Dr Malcolm Fairweather. Their mission is to support, promote and advance the specialist area of skill...

• BACPR Exercise Professionals Group (EPG) Spring Study Day 2023

  14th February 2023

  'Exploring Complexity and Cardiovascular Exercise Provision’ The BACPR EPG Spring Study Day 2023 is taking place on Friday 12 May 2023 at the Conference Aston, Aston University, Birmingham. Registration is now...

• Appointment of Dr Andrew Scott as BASES representative on the Board of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP)

  14th February 2023

  BASES, along with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the Canadian Society For Exercise Physiology (CSEP), Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand (SESNZ), is a...

• Trustees to the Science Council Board 2023

  8th February 2023

  This year, the Science Council is looking to recruit three new trustees to their Board. They are looking to fill two trustee vacancies with individuals from within their membership, which includes BASES. Applicants...

• Science Council Professional Development Day, 14 March 2023

  6th February 2023

  The Science Council is holding its first Professional Development Day for registrants on Tuesday 14 March 2023, in central London. The event is being organised in collaboration with their Member Bodies, including...

• BASES announces a new Non-Executive Director appointment

  6th February 2023

  Following an extensive open recruitment in December 2022, the Board of BASES is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Helen Rippon as a new Non-Executive Director (NED). Helen takes up post this month and will...

• Marking 30 years of BASES

  2nd February 2023

  BASES is proud and pleased to announce it will be celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year. BASS, the British Association of Sports Sciences, was established in 1984 in order to be able to speak with one more...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 March

  1st February 2023

  We are now accepting applications for International Conference Grants. Number Offered: Up to 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each year)...

• Seeking volunteers to form an organising committee to plan a Clinical Exercise Physiology event in 2023

  1st February 2023

  Clinical Exercise Physiology UK has been established to promote registered UK Clinical Exercise Physiologists to work with multiple chronic disease populations. It has been a busy period with the register...

• Successful Sport and Performance Division workshop

  30th January 2023

  Dr Ross Cloak, CPD Rep for the Sport and Performance Division, in collaboration with British Judo and the University of Wolverhampton, planned a Combat Sport workshop, which took place at the British Judo Olympic and...

• UK version of Get Active Questionnaire for Pregnancy launched

  23rd January 2023

  A recent collaboration between the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP), BASES and the Active Pregnancy Foundation has led to the creation of a UK version of CSEP's Get Active Questionnaire for...

• Member proposals invited for BASES Conference 2023 programme

  23rd January 2023

  As part of our commitment to expand the breadth of content at BASES Conference 2023 (at the CBS Arena Coventry on 16-17 November) and enable greater input from the membership, we are inviting BASES professional members...

• Orthopaedic Research UK fellowship opportunities 2023

  20th January 2023

  We have been made aware through Orthopaedic Research UK, a UK based charity aiming to invest in our collective future movement through research & innovations, education and partnerships, of a number of joint funding...

• Book Now for the BASES Student Conference 2023

  17th January 2023

  BASES is celebrating their 30th Year Anniversary this year with lots of offers and events planned. Book your place NOW at the Student Conference to avoid disappointment! The conference will take place across...

• Expression of Interest to become a BASES Outreach Hub

  16th January 2023

  BASES School Sport and Exercise Sciences Poster Competition 2023 Expression of Interest to become a BASES Outreach Hub In September 2023, BASES will launch a poster competition aimed at engaging students aged...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest – Director (representing BASES) on the Board of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP)

  16th January 2023

  BASES is a Foundational Full Member of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP), for which Dr Keith Tolfrey FBASES has represented BASES on their board for the last two years. ...

• Raising Aspirations in Sport and Exercise Sciences (RAISES) project

  13th January 2023

  The BASES Education & Teaching Special Interest Group (E&T SIG) is currently conducting a project aimed at supporting student’s graduate skill development as they progress through their programmes and into graduate...

• BASES Masters Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 31 December

  21st December 2022

  We are now accepting applications from students and graduates for the above award. Number Offered: 1 each year Application Closing Date: 31 December Apply for this award: Click here to download the application...

• BASES Christmas Holidays

  21st December 2022

  From everyone at BASES, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. At this time of the year, the Board agreed to make a modest donation to Crisis at Christmas, a charity that supports homelessness. ...

• Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - deadline 31 January

  16th December 2022

  We are now accepting applications for this award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 31 January Apply for this award: click here to...

• BASES Committee and Advisory Group Appointments

  5th December 2022

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Dr Amy Whitehead has been appointed to the Psychology Division Committee as incoming CPD Representative, Dr Sanjoy Deb has been appointed as a member...

• BASES Membership Survey 2022

  28th November 2022

  BASES is keen to hear about our members’ experience, to understand what elements of the BASES membership is important to members, and to hear about those areas that can be built on to meet our members’ needs. ...

• BASES Values, Commitments and Behaviours

  24th November 2022

  Significant work has taken place over the last 12 months to review the organisational values. Members provided feedback to an initial paper over the summer 2022 and the Board signed off the new values,...

• Science Council 2022 CPD Awards – Jack Sharkey commendation

  23rd November 2022

  BASES member, Jack Sharkey, received a commendation award at the Science Council 2022 CPD Awards (CSci registration category) at a special evening in London on 21 November 2022. Jack, a BASES Accredited Sport and...

• BASES Conference 2022

  21st November 2022

  BASES Conference 2022 took place on 15-16 November at King Power Stadium, Leicester; two inspiring days filled with world-leading insight and expertise. Thank you to all delegates, speakers, presenters, exhibitors,...

• BASES’ Annual General Meeting 2022

  21st November 2022

  The BASES Annual General Meeting took place on Tuesday 15 November 2022 at the King Power Stadium, Leicester and online via WebinarJam. Members can access the minutes of the meeting and the accompanying slides via...

• Annual Conference 2022 award winners announced

  18th November 2022

  Congratulations to all our award winners at the BASES Annual Conference 2022 and well done to all those who presented. A huge thank you to our award sponsors: BASES, Cranlea, Human Kinetics, Routledge and...

• BASES News

  14th November 2022

  BASES is extremely sad to learn of the passing of Prof Louis Passfield FBASES. Colleagues will remember Louis as a lovely individual who made a significant contribution to sport and exercise sciences, not only in...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist

  11th November 2022

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Spring 2023) and...

• Attend the BASES 2023 Student Conference at Anglia Ruskin University

  9th November 2022

  Ticket sales for the BASES 2023 Student Conference at Anglia Ruskin University will go live on 14 November 2022. Anglia Ruskin University (Cambridge campus) is hosting the 2023 BASES Student Conference on 24...

• Expert Statement on Pregnant and Postnatal Athletes

  7th November 2022

  A Bump in the Road? The Active Pregnancy Foundation and BASES have released an Expert Statement on Pregnant and Postnatal Athletes. BASES’ Expert Statements provide a concise overview of topics which have been...

• Opportunities to get involved in BASES’ Division Committees and Advisory Groups

  7th November 2022

  A number of volunteers have now concluded their terms on BASES’ Standing Committees and Advisory Groups. and we are currently going out to open advert for the following roles: Division Committee - Physical Activity...

• BASES signs Partnership Agreement with ISPAS, the International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport

  7th November 2022

  Following the creation of the BASES Performance Analysis Special Interest Group over the summer, BASES and ISPAS are proud to sign a new partnership agreement whose purpose is to develop a long-term co-operation...

• TSES now live for Winter 2022 edition

  4th November 2022

  The Winter issue (74) of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available to view in the BASES Members’ Area. Hard copies have been posted*. *not applicable to overseas members. Highlights: Editor's Choice:...

• Black History Month 2022

  28th October 2022

  For this Black History Month, BASES has teamed up with Black Biomechanists Association to recognise the achievements of Black Biomechanicist worldwide who are making an impact in the field of biomechanics and helping...

• 2024 BASES Student Conference Bids - Deadline 27 January 2023

  28th October 2022

  BASES is now seeking applications from institutions to host BASES Student Conference 2024. Every spring, the BASES Student Conference provides like-minded students from around the world with an opportunity to network,...

• Science Council Climate Conference

  20th October 2022

  On 29th September the Science Council held its first ever policy conference titled The Science Council Climate Conference - The UK Pathway to Net-Zero. The event brought together Science Council members and other...

• BASES Student Conference 2023 key dates

  19th October 2022

  Anglia Ruskin University is excited to host the BASES Student Conference 2023 at our Cambridge campus. We are delighted to welcome you to the 21st BASES Student Conference being held in the historic city of...

• BASES’ Annual General Meeting 2022

  17th October 2022

  The BASES Annual General Meeting will be held at 5:15 pm on Tuesday 15 November 2022 in the Rowley Suite, King Power Stadium, Leicester. Members will have received an email with details of how to register and...

• NEW - BASES and CEP-UK Continuing Professional Development Grants

  11th October 2022

  BASES and Clinical Exercise Physiology UK are pleased to announce four new CPD grants which will be available next March 2023. These grants are open to Professional and Graduate members and worth up...

• Opportunity to get involved with the BASES Division of Physical Activity for Health

  6th October 2022

  We are seeking a CPD Rep from existing Physical Activity for Health Divisional members to cover maternity leave for this role from now until October 2023.  For details of the role, please see the link to job...

• Motor competence meeting – 17 November 2022

  3rd October 2022

  We are pleased to announce that there will be a meeting of the International Motor Development Research Consortium UK & Ireland (I-MDRC) Motor Development Group and the BASES Paediatric Exercise Special Interest Group...

• Tax relief on fees and subscriptions

  3rd October 2022

  BASES recently applied to the HMRC to join the list of professional organisations and learned societies so eligible members can claim tax relief on their fees or subscriptions. We are pleased to advise that BASES...

• Want to advertise in The Sport and Exercise Scientist - Winter 2022 issue

  30th September 2022

  The Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES) is an excellent advertising vehicle for companies and institutions wishing to reach those with an interest in sport and exercise sciences. Why advertise? TSES is a highly...

• SEPAR APEC update

  29th September 2022

  When the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR) was developed, an Accreditation of Prior Experiential Competence (APEC) route way was developed for those with alternative, yet relevant, professional...

• Science Council Chief Executive Helen Gordon announces her plans to step down end of August 2023

  28th September 2022

  Helen Gordon, Chief Executive of the Science Council, has announced her plans to leave the organisation at the end of August 2023 to pursue roles as a non-executive director and an executive coach. Helen said...

• BASES Bulk Membership packages

  28th September 2022

  BASES would like to offer students and colleagues a special opportunity to purchase BASES memberships at a reduced rate. We are aware universities need to be competitive and offer students added value for money. BASES...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist

  23rd September 2022

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Autumn 2022) and receive...

• BASES Consultancy Brief: BASES’ values, commitments, and behaviours

  22nd September 2022

  Significant work has taken place this last year to review our organisational values. Feedback from the membership helped to shape a proposal to the Board, which recently approved the new values, commitments, and...

• NEW - BASES Early-to mid-Career Researcher Project Grant

  21st September 2022

  BASES is pleased to announce our new BASES Early-to mid-Career Researcher Project Grant which will be available in July 2023. This Project Grant provides an opportunity for an early-to mid-career...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award - deadline 30 Nov

  20th September 2022

  We are now accepting applications for the above award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click here to download the...

• Open call for submissions for CEPA 2023 virtual conference

  13th September 2022

  Earlier this summer, BASES signed a Memorandum of Collaboration with Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA). CEPA welcomes BASES to an open call for submissions for their 2023 virtual conference....

• Her Majesty The Queen – a message from the BASES Board

  13th September 2022

  As a mark of respect for the State Funeral for her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and to offer our staff the opportunity to pay their respects, the BASES’ Board has taken the decision to close the BASES’ Office on...

• BASES Committee Appointment

  13th September 2022

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Victoria Tidmas has been appointed to the Physiology and Nutrition Division Committee as incoming Postgrad Student Rep. Congratulations! The BASES...

• Our condolences

  9th September 2022

  It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Her Majesty. We thank you for your lifetime of service and devotion to the UK, Commonwealth and the world. Sincere condolences to the Royal Family. ...

• List your U/Grad and P/Grad courses on our Course Finder - deadline Sept/Oct

  8th September 2022

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• BASES Expert Statement grants - deadline 1 Oct

  7th September 2022

  We are now accepting applications for expert statement grants. Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  30th August 2022

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in temporary financial difficulty. The Board has created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped at £1,000...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award - extended deadline 31 Oct

  24th August 2022

  We are now accepting applications for this award - open to all Students and Graduates. Application Closing Date: 31 October Apply for this award: Click here to download the application form Results Available: Within...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 Sept

  24th August 2022

  We are now taking applications for the above grant - open to professional members. Number Offered: Up to 3 each year Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each year) Apply for this grant: Click here to...

• TSES now live for Autumn 2022 edition

  22nd August 2022

  The Autumn issue (73) of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available to view in the BASES Members’ Area. Hard copies have been posted*. *not applicable to overseas members. Highlights: Editor's Choice:...

• Congratulating learners on their result day

  18th August 2022

  A big congratulations to those Sport, Sports Science and Physical Education students receiving their results today. Key decisions about what to study at university can be overwhelming. There are many resources...

• Fellows of the Association

  15th August 2022

  BASES Fellowships recognise esteemed professional achievement, skills, knowledge and service to BASES and the sport and exercise science community. The following individuals have recently been awarded BASES...

• New EDI resources now available

  11th August 2022

  Members of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group have collated a suite of EDI resources (articles, books, podcasts, videos, webinars) across a number of EDI themes, including Allyship, Building...

• Congratulating learners on their result day

  9th August 2022

  A big congratulations to those Physical Education students receiving their SQA results today. Key decisions about what to study at university can be overwhelming. There are many resources available to help you make...

• Establishment of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice

  9th August 2022

  BASES is a Foundational Full Member of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP), represented on that Board by Dr Keith Tolfrey FBASES. The establishment of this new...

• UKAD Clean Sport Connect webinar series

  9th August 2022

  12th October 2022 - UKAD Clean Sport Connect Webinar Series Register here: 12th October: Clean Sport Connect Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite Introduction: Speaker: Prof Sue Backhouse (5-10...

• BASES Career Guide: A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science

  5th August 2022

  We are delighted to launch the new BASES Career Guide: A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science.  www.bases.org.uk/careerguide Our updated Career Guide includes a wealth of guidance and information...

• Promoting the work of the BASES’ Public and External Affairs Advisory Panel

  19th July 2022

  Following open recruitment in spring 2021, the Association’s new Public and External Affairs Advisory Panel (PEA-AP) was established. Its role is ‘to get BASES out there’ to ensure that Politicians, Policy...

• Appointment to the BASES’ Heads of Department Advisory Group

  18th July 2022

  Further to open recruitment last month for applications to be a member of the BASES’ Heads of Department Advisory Group (HoD AG), we are pleased to announce that Steve Hunter has been appointed to the Advisory Group....

• Promoting the work of the BASES’ Climate Change Action Team

  11th July 2022

  In July 2021, the Board agreed to develop and implement a Climate Change Action Plan to help address the Climate Change Emergency. Following open recruitment, the inaugural Climate Change Action Team (CCAT) was formed,...

• Inaugural Energy Stress Meeting 2022

  7th July 2022

  Inaugural Energy Stress Meeting 2022 - Energetic Stress: an endocrine and physiological conundrum for elite athletes and everyday mortals Date: Thursday 15 September 2022 Time: 9.30 to 17.00 Location:...

• BASES signs a Memorandum of Collaboration with Clinical Exercise Physiology Association

  28th June 2022

  This Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) outlines the defined and agreed collaborative relationship between the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and Clinical Exercise Physiology Association...

• Vacancy within the BASES Heads of Department Advisory Group

  22nd June 2022

  Are you passionate about supporting our Sport and Exercise Science Department Heads and Course Leaders? There is a current vacancy within the BASES Heads of Department Advisory Group (HoD AG) and we are seeking...

• Discount available on Clinical Exercise Physiology, Fifth Edition

  21st June 2022

  BASES members can enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on Clinical Exercise Physiology, Fifth Edition, using promo code BASES20. “Clinical Exercise Physiology, Fifth Edition is a comprehensive guide to the clinical...

• Prof Edward Winter Early Career Researcher Award - deadline 1 August

  21st June 2022

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Student or Professional member Application Closing Date: 1 August (each year) Apply for this...

• NEW Special Interest Group - Performance Analysis

  21st June 2022

  BASES are please to announce the NEW Special Interest Group for Performance Analysis convened by Donald Barron. Their mission is to provide leadership on the creation and maintenance of a sustainable performance...

• BASES announces a new partnership with UKAD

  8th June 2022

  Following a review of the existing agreement, BASES and UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) are pleased to announce a new Memorandum of Understanding to support our members in helping to keep sport clean.  UKAD is an active...

• Deadline extended for Abstracts for BASES Conference 2022

  8th June 2022

  Abstract submissions and registration are now open for BASES Conference 2022, which this year is taking place at the King Power Stadium, Leicester, on Tuesday 15 to Wednesday 16 November 2022. Abstracts are invited...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  7th June 2022

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Summer 2022) and receive...

• Advertise in The Sport and Exercise Scientist Autumn 23 issue

  7th June 2022

  The Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES) is an excellent advertising vehicle for companies and institutions wishing to reach those with an interest in sport and exercise sciences. Why advertise? TSES is a highly...

• BASES' Pledge to Net Zero

  3rd June 2022

  To celebrate World Environment Day, BASES is pleased to share news of its Pledge to Net Zero submission which was formally submitted in May 2022. The submission involved calculating the greenhouse gas emissions...

• BASES Committee Appointments

  1st June 2022

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Sofie Power has been appointed to the Physical Activity for Health Division Committee as incoming Postgrad Student Rep, and Ishq Abraham has been...

• Pride Month 2022

  1st June 2022

  LGBTQIA+ Pride Month takes place every June across the world, in celebration of self-identity, inclusivity and equality. To learn more about the work of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group,...

• Coming Soon! BASES Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science

  24th May 2022

  We are pleased to announce that we are updating the BASES Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science; an informative and highly popular resource that provides valuable and up-to-date guidance about study options...

• REF 2021 results

  12th May 2022

  BASES would like to thank all those who took part in the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), the results of which were published today. The Association recognises the enormous contribution made by all the Panel...

• Mental Health Awareness Week 2022

  10th May 2022

  As we come to grips with the pandemic and begin to shift to a way of living with COVID19, we will continue to better understand just how much this public health crisis has affected us, be it physically, mentally, and...

• BASES Physiology and Nutrition Division Day - 6 July 2022 - online

  10th May 2022

  Entitled: Current Practice and Future Directions Price: BASES Members only, free Location: Online  BASES Credits: 5 Click here to Book Now  The day will include a mix of networking, a...

• Apply to be the Chair of the BASES Accreditation Advisory Group

  9th May 2022

  BASES Accreditation is a professional standard, widely recognised by employers in the sport and exercise industry, which is awarded to individuals who have demonstrated they have the necessary knowledge, skills and...

• Deaf Awareness Week 2022

  5th May 2022

  This week we are celebrating Deaf Awareness Week 2022. Throughout the week look out for useful resources, research within the area, and tips across our social media into supporting deaf athletes. Libby Steele...

• Orthopaedic Research Grant Opportunities 2022

  5th May 2022

  We have been made aware through Orthopaedic Research UK, a UK based charity aiming to invest in our collective future movement through research & innovations, education and partnerships, of a number of research grant...

• Registrations for BASES Division Event - BASES BIG Day 'BIG Steps Forward' open

  27th April 2022

  The BIG day ‘BIG Steps forward’ has been launched and it will take place virtually on 25th May. The day is developing to be very exciting with dynamic keynotes, roundtable and an international flavour!...

• BASES signs Partnership Agreement with BASIS, the British Association for Sustainable Sport

  25th April 2022

  Following some collaboration for a recent BASES webinar on sustainability and climate change, BASES and BASIS are proud to sign a new partnership agreement which will promote co-operation between the two organisations...

• BASES welcomes new Partnerships Manager to cover maternity leave

  8th April 2022

  Sue Watson, BASES Partnerships Manager, will be starting maternity leave from the end of May 2022. We are delighted to advise that Andrew Peart will be joining BASES from 3 May 2022 as Partnerships Manager, to...

• BASES Student Conference 2022

  5th April 2022

  We regret to announce that the Local Organising Committee has decided to cancel this month’s Student Conference due to an insufficient number of delegates who registered by the event deadline. The Student Conference...

• Abstracts invited for BASES Conference 2022

  31st March 2022

  We are pleased to announce that abstract submissions and registration are now open for BASES Conference 2022, which this year is taking place at the King Power Stadium, Leicester, on Tuesday 15 to Wednesday 16 November...

• BASES Expert Statement grants - deadline 1 May

  30th March 2022

  We are now accepting applications for the 1 May deadline. Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May and...

• International Sport and Exercise Science Industry Survey

  30th March 2022

  BASES is one of the founding members of the International Confederation of Sport and Exercise Science Practice (ICSESP) which was established in 2020 by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the British...

• Opportunity to get involved in BASES’ Division Committees and Advisory Groups

  29th March 2022

  A number of volunteers have now concluded their terms on BASES’ Standing Committees and Advisory Groups and we are currently going out to open advert for the following roles: Division Committee - Physical Activity...

• Occupational Performance - NEW Special Interest Group

  25th March 2022

  Occupational Performance - NEW Special Interest Group (OPSIG) The BASES OPSIG aims to promote evidence-based practice amongst those undertaking research and/or scientific support with occupational groups in...

• BASES Student Conference - Sponsors/Exhibitors sign up now

  22nd March 2022

  If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the Student Conference in Huddersfield on 26-27 April - please see further details below: Anyone wanting to sponsor the conference should contact...

• BASES’ Non-Executive Director to sail across the mighty North Pacific in memory of friend

  21st March 2022

  This week, Susan Went, one of our Non-Executive Directors, will embark on the challenge of crossing the North Pacific Ocean as crew on the Clipper Race, in memory of her good friend Chrissie Jackson, who had hoped to...

• TSES now live for Spring 2022 edition

  18th March 2022

  The Spring issue (71) of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available to view in the BASES Members’ Area. Hard copies have been posted*. *not applicable to overseas members. Highlights: Editor's Choice:...

• Physical Activity for Health Division Event - 21 June

  18th March 2022

  The Physical Activity for Health (PA4H) Division is delighted to announce that our next Division Day will take place virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 21st June. The day will start with a series of four 15-minute...

• Anglia Ruskin University confirmed as BASES Student Conference 2023 hosts

  17th March 2022

  BASES Student Conference 2023 will be hosted by Anglia Ruskin University, on their Cambridge campus, on 24-25 April 2023. 2023 marks the centenary of the publication of A.V. Hill’s seminal work on VO2max, which was...

• Advertise in The Sport and Exercise Scientist Summer 22 issue

  16th March 2022

  The Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES) is an excellent advertising vehicle for companies and institutions wishing to reach those with an interest in sport and exercise sciences. Why advertise? TSES is a highly...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  15th March 2022

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Summer 2022) and receive...

• Add your course to the BASES Course Finder

  9th March 2022

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• BASES welcomes new Professional Development Manager

  8th March 2022

  Late last year, to support the ambitious strategy and operational plan, the BASES Board agreed to split the current Professional Development and Partnership Manager role, undertaken by Sue Watson, into two posts. Sue...

• International Women’s Day 2022

  8th March 2022

  For International Women’s Day 2022, it is #BreaktheBias across all BASES social media platforms. In line with International Women’s History Month also we are showcasing the history of Sport and Exercise Sciences....

• Statement of Solidarity with the People of Ukraine

  3rd March 2022

  BASES stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine. We strongly condemn the aggressive actions and unwarranted invasion by the Russian leadership on the people of Ukraine. The events in Ukraine are totally...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  28th February 2022

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in financial difficulty. The Board has created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped at £1,000 per year...

• BASES Student Conference 2022 - Registration now open

  25th February 2022

  The University of Huddersfield is delighted to be hosting the Annual BASES Student Conference on 26-27 April 2022. This is an exciting time, as this will be BASES first in person event since the pandemic. The...

• Office for Students consultations

  14th February 2022

  Members within Further and Higher Education might find it helpful to know that the Office for Students has three consultations open at the moment:  Consultation on a new approach to regulating student outcomes:...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 March

  9th February 2022

  We are now accepting applications for BASES International Conference Grants. Number Offered: Up to 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each...

• Member proposals invited for BASES Conference 2022 programme

  1st February 2022

  As part of our commitment to expand the breadth of content at BASES Conference 2022 (at the King Power Stadium, Leicester* on 15-16 November) and enable greater input from the membership, we are inviting BASES...

• BASES’ member’s attendance at the 2022 Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games

  31st January 2022

  The upcoming year is a busy one for many sport and exercise scientists across Great Britain, with multi-sport major Games such as the Winter Olympics, Winter Paralympics and Commonwealth Games taking place. BASES is...

• Promoting the work of the BASES Outreach Project Team

  27th January 2022

  In July 2021, the Board agreed to establish a BASES Outreach Project Team, the aim of which is to increase public engagement and awareness of BASES. In September 2021, following open recruitment, the Outreach Project...

• BASES Graduate Membership update

  24th January 2022

  BASES offers several different membership categories. The current Graduate membership is available for one year to all students who have recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of sport and...

• BASES Committee Appointment

  21st January 2022

  Following recent open recruitment, we are pleased to announce that Dr Rich Sille has been appointed to the Psychology Division Committee as incoming Membership Representative. Congratulations!  The BASES Board...

• BASES’ Role Models initiative for underrepresented members

  18th January 2022

  In December 2021, the BASES’ Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group (EDI AG) launched the Role Models initiative. The initiative seeks to increase the visibility of members from underrepresented groups within...

• First courses to be endorsed under the new BASES Postgraduate SEPAR Endorsement Scheme

  18th January 2022

  The BASES Postgraduate SEPAR Endorsement Scheme (PSES) has been designed to allow registrants to evidence, expediently, the completion of an appropriate M-level qualification for entry onto to SEPAR, which covers the...

• Student Conference bids 2023 - deadline 28 Jan 2022

  6th January 2022

  BASES is now seeking applications from institutions to host BASES Student Conference 2023. Every spring, the BASES Student Conference provides like-minded students from around the world with an opportunity to...

• BASES’ Position Stand - The Ongoing Pandemic

  16th December 2021

  The BASES’ Board is pleased to publish an excellent Position Stand on the ongoing Pandemic. This Position Stand was authored by Drs Andy Smith MBE FBASES, Rita de Oliveira, Mark Faghy, Mark Ross and Neil Maxwell...

• BASES and CEP-UK announce Clinical Exercise Physiologists are now eligible for professional registration

  14th December 2021

  BASES, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, is the professional body for Sport and Exercise Sciences in the United Kingdom. The BASES’ Board is delighted to announce a partnership with Clinical...

• BASES Christmas Holidays

  14th December 2021

  Please note the BASES office will close on Friday 24 December at 3.00pm and will re-open on Tuesday 4 January 2022 at 9.00am We would like to wish all our members a Merry Christmas and Health & Happiness for 2022. ...

• Recognising BASES’ members attending a multi-sport, major Games in 2022

  10th December 2021

  Have you been selected to support athletes or teams competing at the 2022 Winter Olympic Games, 2022 Winter Paralympic Games, or 2022 Commonwealth Games? BASES would love to hear from our members who will be...

• Appointments to the BASES’ Heads of Department Advisory Group

  9th December 2021

  Further to open recruitment last month for applications to be a member, and the next Chair, of the BASES’ Heads of Department Advisory Group (HoD AG), we are pleased to announce that Prof Lars McNaughton FBASES has...

• Opportunity to get involved in the BASES’ Psychology Division Committee

  7th December 2021

  The new governance structure, shared with members earlier this year, has seen a number of members supporting the work of Standing Committees and Advisory Groups and Panels. The new governance document and the...

• Winter 2021 edition of TSES now available

  1st December 2021

  The Winter issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available in the BASES Members’ Area and a hard copy is out for delivery. To sign into the Members’ Area, you will need your username (your e-mail...

• BASES’ Role Models initiative for underrepresented members

  1st December 2021

  One of the key early priorities for the BASES’ Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group (EDI AG) was to provide members with a greater awareness of the diversity within the membership. Our Role Models...

• Professor Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - deadline 31 January

  1st December 2021

  Sponsored by Routledge - we are now accepting applications for the above award - this is open to Student and Graduate members. Apply for this award: click here to download the application form Results Available:...

• Advertise in The Sport and Exercise Scientist Spring 2022 issue

  30th November 2021

  The Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES) is an excellent advertising vehicle for companies and institutions wishing to reach those with an interest in sport and exercise sciences. Why advertise? TSES is a highly...

• BASES Consultancy Brief: Core SEPAR workshop development and delivery

  29th November 2021

  The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) is the professional body for sport and exercise sciences in the UK. In 2020, BASES launched the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR)....

• Recent appointments

  26th November 2021

  Following recent open recruitment, the following members have been appointed to BASES’ Committees and Groups: Division Committee: Physical Activity for Health Membership Representative: Dr Miranda Armstrong ...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  26th November 2021

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Winter 2021) and receive...

• Annual Conference 2021 award winners announced

  25th November 2021

  Congratulations to all our award winners at the BASES virtual Annual Conference 2021 and a huge thank you to our sponsors: BASES, Cranlea, Human Kinetics, Routledge/Taylor & Francis and Sportesse. All the winners will...

• Appointment of the next Chair of the SEPAR Advisory Group

  22nd November 2021

  Further to open recruitment last month for applications to be the next Chair of the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route Advisory Group (SEPAR AG), we are pleased to announced that Dr Robert Morris has...

• BASES Chair

  15th November 2021

  Prof Richard Tong FBASES will chair today’s Board meeting, after which, having concluded his tenure, he will hand the reigns to Chair-Elect, Prof Zoe Knowles FBASES. Zoe’s first job on becoming our new Chair will be...

• Inter Faith Week 2021

  12th November 2021

  Inter Faith week 2021 will take place from 14 to 21 November 2021. The aims of the week are to: Strengthen good inter faith relations at all levelsIncrease awareness of the different and distinct faith communities in...

• Vacancies within the BASES Heads of Department Advisory Group

  11th November 2021

  Are you passionate about supporting our sport and exercise science Department Heads and Course Leaders? Associate Prof Lance Doggart FBASES will be stepping down as Chair of the BASES Heads of Department Advisory Group...

• BASES Consultancy Brief #2: Core SEPAR workshop development and delivery

  5th November 2021

  In 2020, BASES launched the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR). The SEPAR is designed to ensure that candidates acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience required to be eligible, on...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award - deadline 30 Nov

  3rd November 2021

  We are now accepting applications for this award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click here to download the...

• BASES Masters Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 31 Dec

  3rd November 2021

  We are now accepting applications for the above award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 31 December Apply for this award: Click here to...

• Call to action: Task and Finish Group to review the organisational values

  3rd November 2021

  The BASES Operational Plan has a deliverable (D64) to establish a Task and Finish Group to review the organisational values. The current BASES’ values and behaviours are: Equality and Diversity We aim to create a...

• Helping address the climate change emergency

  1st November 2021

  As world leaders gather in Glasgow for the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), BASES is doing its part to tackle the climate change emergency as a signature of both the United Nations Sports for Climate Action...

• Update on Laboratory Accreditation Visits

  26th October 2021

  Following the challenges of the last few months and the subsequent loosening of restrictions to movement and laboratory activities in the UK’s exercise science spaces, we are delighted to inform members that the...

• Apply to be the Chair of the SEPAR Advisory Group

  26th October 2021

  As you may be aware, the SEPAR Advisory Group (SEPAR AG) oversees the governance structure for the SEPAR qualification and it reports into the BASES Professional Standards Committee. The role of Chair of the SEPAR...

• BASES member update on events and meetings

  25th October 2021

  We continue to live in exceptional times due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Since March 2020, the Board has monitored regulations, advice and guidance from the BritishGovernment, the NHS and the Healthand Safety...

• BASES announces a public talk on 'sleep health' within the BASES 2021 Conference

  25th October 2021

  Earlier this year, BASES established a new Outreach Project Team, the aim of which is to increase public engagement and awareness of BASES. The first project to be delivered will be a public talk, open to any...

• BASES Consultancy Brief: Core SEPAR workshop development and delivery

  22nd October 2021

  In 2020, BASES launched the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR). The SEPAR is designed to ensure that candidates acquire the knowledge, skills, and experience required to be eligible, on...

• Student Conference bids 2023 - deadline 28 Jan 2022

  21st October 2021

  BASES is now seeking applications from institutions to host BASES Student Conference 2023. Every spring, the BASES Student Conference provides like-minded students from around the world with an opportunity to network,...

• Recent appointments and current BASES vacancies

  21st October 2021

  Following recent open recruitment, a number of members have been appointed to various Committees and Groups:  Division Committee: Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Membership Representative - Dr Theodoros...

• BASES' Annual General Meeting 2021

  18th October 2021

  The BASES’ Annual General Meeting will be held, virtually, via conference call, on Monday 15 November 2021 at 4.30pm. Members will have received an email with details of how to register and attend the meeting...

• BASES Conference Planning Group

  17th October 2021

  Further to the call for expressions ofinterest to join the BASES Conference Planning Group, we are delighted to announce that the following members have been appointed to the Group from November 2021: Dr Daniel...

• BASES - Postgraduate SEPAR Endorsement Scheme (PSES)

  12th October 2021

  We are delighted to announce the launch of the BASES Postgraduate SEPAR Endorsement Scheme (PSES), which has been designed to enable graduates of MSc sport and / or exercise psychology programmes expedient access to...

• Inter Faith Week 2021

  7th October 2021

  BASES is keen to promote Inter Faith Week, which this year is taking place 14 - 21 November 2021. The BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group (EDI AG) would like to hear from our members. Simply send...

• Newcastle United FC now an approved partner of the BASES Accreditation Partnership Scheme

  6th October 2021

  BASES is delighted to announce that Newcastle United FC has recently become an approved partner of our Accreditation Partnership Scheme. They join the English Institute of Sport, Leicester City FC and sportscotland...

• Opportunity: new Student Representatives on the BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group

  5th October 2021

  The BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group (E&T SIG) is seeking to appoint two student representatives to its Steering Group. We would like to appoint an undergraduate and a postgraduate student to...

• Supporting Clinical Exercise Physiologists

  30th September 2021

  Over the last couple of years, BASES’ members have been part of a Steering Group led by Prof Helen Jones at Liverpool John Moores University that has been developing a newly registered Clinical Exercise...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  29th September 2021

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in financial difficulty. Earlier this year, the Board created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped...

• National Inclusion Week 2021

  22nd September 2021

  As part of National Inclusion Week (27 September to 3 October 2021), members of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Group, have shared advice on how to create a more inclusive space within the...

• An update on the Chartered Scientist registration fee

  20th September 2021

  Chartered Scientist (CSci) represents a single chartered mark for all scientists, recognising high levels of professionalism and competence in science. BASES is a Licensed Member Body of the Science Council,...

• Opportunities to get involved in BASES

  17th September 2021

  The new governance structure, shared with members earlier this year, has seen a number of members supporting the work of Standing Committees and Advisory Groups and Panels. The new governance document and the...

• New Sport and Exercise Sciences Infographic Competition 2021

  6th September 2021

  The Board of BASES has agreed to launch a new infographic competition for Level 3 students in Further Education within the UK who are studying Sports Science or Physical Education. Schools and Colleges are asked...

• BASES Outreach Project Team

  6th September 2021

  The BASES Board has recently agreed to establish a BASES Outreach Project Team, the aim of which is to increase public engagement and awareness of BASES. Further to the call for expressions of interest to join the...

• BASES Expert Statement grants - deadline 1 Oct

  3rd September 2021

  We are now accepting applications : Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May and 1 October (each year)...

• BASES welcomes new Division Chairs

  2nd September 2021

  Following open recruitment over the summer, congratulations are extended to our new BASES Division Chairs who have been appointed by the Human Resources, Remuneration and Appointments Committee. Both will take up...

• BUES Endorsement deadline - 6 Sept

  1st September 2021

  BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) The BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to...

• Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR) update

  25th August 2021

  The BASES Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR) is a programme of professional development, skill acquisition and supervised practice to ensure that candidates acquire the knowledge, skills,...

• Helping address the Climate Change Emergency

  19th August 2021

  To show our commitment to helping address the Climate Change Emergency, BASES has signed up to both the United Nations Sports for Climate Action Framework and the Pledge to Net Zero. The UN Framework commits...

• BASES Fellowships awarded 2021

  17th August 2021

  BASES Fellowship is awarded to recognise esteemed professional achievement, skills, knowledge and service to BASES and the sport and exercise science community and encourages continued service to BASES in leadership...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 30 Sept

  6th August 2021

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 30 September Apply for this award: Click here to...

• Annual Virtual Conference early bird registration closes 31 August

  4th August 2021

  BASES Virtual Annual Conference held on Tuesday 16 - Thursday 18 November 2021 Early bird registration closes 31 August at 23.59  Book Now Don't Miss This Exciting Event ! Conference highlights: Three-day...

• BASES Tender Brief Towards Charter Status

  26th July 2021

  As part of the BASES Strategy 2021-2025, in order to develop and strengthen both the discipline of sport and exercise science and BASES’ role as the leading professional body within the field, the Board of...

• Opportunity to become involved in the BASES Outreach Project Team

  21st July 2021

  The BASES Board has recently agreed to establish a BASES Outreach Project Team, the aim of which is to increase public engagement and awareness of BASES. The Outreach Project will focus on BASES and the work of its...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Conference Planning Group (x4)

  19th July 2021

  The BASES Annual Conference is our flagship event. The Conference Planning Group is responsible for the technical content and overall planning of the annual BASES Conference, including securing all speakers, so that...

• BASES Paediatric Exercise Science Special Interest Group

  19th July 2021

  As part of a series learning more about the work of the BASES’ Special Interest Groups, Prof Craig Williams, Chair of the BASES Paediatric Exercise Science Special Interest Group (PES SIG), has written and provided...

• Share your ideas with the members of the BASES Public and External Affairs Advisory Group

  16th July 2021

  Following open recruitment in the spring, the Association’s new Public and External Affairs Advisory Panel is now up and running. Its role is ‘to get BASES out there’ to ensure that Politicians, Policy Makers,...

• Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour - Virtual Meeting 21 July

  6th July 2021

  The Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Division Virtual Meeting held on Wednesday 21 July 2021 - (11:00am - 17:00pm)   FREE to attend for members and non-members. There are two events to be held: Non-members...

• BASES Climate Change Action Team

  6th July 2021

  The BASES Board recently announced that it had decided to develop and implement a Climate Change Action Plan to help address the Climate Change Emergency. Further to the call for expressions of interest to join the...

• Towards a Royal Charter for BASES

  5th July 2021

  You may recall receiving a member email on 20 April 2021 regarding a briefing and Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Steps towards a Royal Charter for BASES. This followed the BASES Board proposing that now...

• Professional Indemnity Insurance with Towergate Insurance

  29th June 2021

  BASES has a long-standing relationship with Towergate Insurance, which offers BASES’ members up to 50% discounted rates for the following types of cover: Professional Indemnity Public Liability Product...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Division Chair (x2)

  28th June 2021

  Two BASES Division Chairs (Prof Dave Broom FBASES (Physical Activity for Health Division) and Dr Mike Price FBASES (Physiology and Nutrition Division) will both finish their current terms after the November 2021...

• BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group

  24th June 2021

  As part of a series learning more about the work of the BASES’ Special Interest Groups, Dr Jo Hudson FBASES, Chair of the BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group (E&T SIG), has written and provided an...

• Sportscotland institute of sport becomes an approved partner of The BASES Accreditation Partnership Scheme

  16th June 2021

  BASES is delighted to announce that sportscotland institute of sport has recently become an approved partner of our Accreditation Partnership Scheme. They join the English Institute of Sport and Leicester City FC as...

• Thank you to our BASES volunteers

  2nd June 2021

  The second article of the week highlights more BASES volunteers’ profiles as we look to celebrate National Volunteers’ Week. To view the first article, please click here. Dr Mark Faghy, Senior Lecturer in...

• Thank you to our BASES volunteers

  1st June 2021

  This week, we are celebrating National Volunteers’ Week. BASES would like to mark the occasion by shining a light and acknowledging the hard work and efforts of the volunteers who give up their time to support the...

• A fantastic virtual BASES Psychology Division Day

  27th May 2021

  BASES SEPAR candidate's Nick Coley's reflects on the success of the BASES Psychology Division Day 2021. The BASES Psychology Division day welcomed around 200 division members to a day packed with, in the sport...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  24th May 2021

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Autumn 2021) and...

• World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development 2021

  21st May 2021

  Today is a Cultural Diversity Day. Good old days when we could travel freely and explore different cultures have not yet resumed. Numerous lockdowns and enforced travel restrictions have resulted in more time being...

• FEPSAC joint research project with ENYSSP on ‘Career trajectories in applied sport psychology in Europe’.

  20th May 2021

  Dr Anastasiya Khomutova, member of the BASES Awards Advisory Group, has made us aware that FEPSAC, the European Federation of Sport Psychology is undertaking a joint research project with ENYSSP, The...

• New governance structure – recent appointments

  18th May 2021

  Following recent open recruitment, a number of members have been appointed to various Committees and Groups: Division Committee: Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Undergraduate Student Representative – Syeda Shayma...

• BASES Fellowships - deadline 31 July

  11th May 2021

  We are now accepting applications for Fellowships. BASES Fellowship is considered an accolade that individuals aspire to and an honour that people are proud of and is valued. For 'FBASES' to be placed after someone's...

• Prof Edward Winter Early Career Researcher Award - deadline 1 July

  11th May 2021

  We are now accepting applications for the Prof Edward Winter Early Career Researcher Award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Student or Professional member Application Closing Date: 1 July...

• Abstracts invited for BASES Conference 2021

  6th May 2021

  We are pleased to announce that abstract submissions and registration are now open for BASES Conference 2021, which this year is taking place virtually over Tuesday 16 to Thursday 18 November 2021. Abstracts are...

• Request to take part in a research project about the Science Council

  6th May 2021

  The Science Council has commissioned York Consulting (YCL), an independent socio-economic research consultancy, to undertake a research project relating to the science community’s views on the Science Council and...

• Sport and Physical Activity Workforce Governance Project

  26th April 2021

  CIMSPA, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, is engaging stakeholders across the sport and physical activity sector, regarding a workforce governance project. In...

• Opportunity for Members to contribute to a BASES evidence submission to the DCMS Select Committee on Major Cultural and Sporting Events

  19th April 2021

  As part of the 2021-2025 Strategy, there is a deliverable for BASES to respond to Government papers and calls for evidence to Select Committees. BASES is currently preparing to submit evidence to the DCMS Select...

• BASES Student Conference 2021 Award Winners

  16th April 2021

  Congratulations to all the award winners at the Student Conference this year and thank you for all the continued support from our sponsors - Cranlea, Human KInetics and Supporting Champions....

• BUES Endorsement deadline - 6 May

  14th April 2021

  We are now accepting applications for BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme. BASES endorsement is awarded to courses that meet criteria covering the necessary foundation of sport and exercise science knowledge,...

• BASES Course Finder - deadline April/May

  14th April 2021

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• New opportunities to get involved in BASES.

  14th April 2021

  In preparation for the 2021-25 strategy, the Board has been reviewing the governance structure. At its meeting on 24 February 2021, the Board signed off on the new governance structure and the respective terms...

• BACPR EPG Online Spring Conference 2021 Submit your abstracts now!

  13th April 2021

  ‘Optimising Exercise Prescription in Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation’ Friday 14 May 2021 10.00 – 13.00 Abstract deadline extended to midday Friday 16 April 2021. Submission details CLICK...

• Paediatric Work Physiology Conference 2021

  7th April 2021

  Colleagues from the University of Swansea Applied Sports Technology Exercise and Medicine Research Centre are currently making the final arrangements for the Paediatric Work Physiology Conference 2021, which will be...

• BACPR EPG Online Spring Conference 2021 Submit your abstracts now!

  7th April 2021

  ‘Optimising Exercise Prescription in Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation’ Abstract deadline extended to midday Fri 16th April 2021. Submission details CLICK HERE Accepted Abstracts will be uploaded...

• BASES Expert Statement grants - deadline 1 May

  6th April 2021

  We are now accepting BASES Expert Statement grants. Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May and 1...

• BASES Student Conference 2021 (virtual)

  30th March 2021

  BASES Student Conference 2021 hosted by Solent University, is taking place virtually on Wednesday 7 - Thursday 8 April 2021. This event is free to all and registration is now open. With a conference theme of...

• The Members of BASES

  30th March 2021

  Sam Kirk and Richard Simpson, Membership Rep and Co-opted Member of the Division of Psychology have been working on producing an interview initiative, ‘The Members of BASES’. The project aims to showcase the...

• BASES Molecular Exercise Physiology Special Interest Group

  29th March 2021

  As part of a series learning more about the work of the BASES’ Special Interest Groups, Dr Georgina Stebbings, Chair of the BASES Molecular Exercise Physiology Special Interest Group (MEP), has written and provided...

• BASES BIG Meeting 2021

  25th March 2021

  The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Biomechanics Interest Group (BIG) 2021 Meeting, will be held (virtually) at Solent University Southampton on Friday 9 April. The free-to-attend event,...

• Reflecting on the work of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Group

  25th March 2021

  BASES is committed to widening participation in scientific research, education, practice and the workplace. In May 2020, BASES established a new Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee (now the Equity, Diversity...

• Opportunity to take part in a research project on athlete support personnel and ‘clean sport’

  24th March 2021

  We have been made aware by Dr Laurie Patterson, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Leeds Beckett University, Carnegie Faculty, School of Sport that researchers at three universities in the UK (Leeds...

• BASES 17th Heads of Department Forum

  23rd March 2021

  BASES hosted the 17th Heads of Department (HoD) Forum, virtually, on Wednesday 17 March 2021. The event provided a day of information and insights for those with leadership roles within sport and exercise sciences...

• Exercise for older adults: what do you prescribe?

  11th March 2021

  We have been made aware from Prof Dave Broom FBASES, Chair of the Physical Activity for Health Division, that Researchers at Sheffield Hallam University (Sport & Physical Activity Research Centre) are conducting...

• International Women’s Day 2021 - 8 March 2021

  8th March 2021

  Today is International Women’s Day. To celebrate the day we have been in contact with some of the inspiring women involved in BASES. This article gives an insight on how a number of inspirational women got...

• Update: BASES 2021 Conference

  4th March 2021

  We continue to live in extraordinary times due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. We hope the measures that have been put in place by the British Government will help to contain the coronavirus and will ultimately bring...

• Physical Activity for Health Division Day - 7 July

  2nd March 2021

  Reserve your place now so as not to miss out. A virtual division half day for Wednesday 7th July 2021 9.30am – 2pm. Keynote – Prof Adrian Taylor FBASES behaviour change in the context of RCT (1h). Student...

• BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) Review Panel

  25th February 2021

  The BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to...

• BASES COVID-19 Special Interest Group update

  24th February 2021

  The BASES COVID-19 SIG was founded less than a year ago. In that time, members of the SIG have contributed to a range of initiatives including a position stand, reflective statement, and an article in The Sport and...

• BASES Supervised Experience Candidate Assistance Programme

  23rd February 2021

  BASES is keen to support members who are on the Supervised Experience (SE) accreditation route who are in financial difficulty. The Board has recently created a modest SE candidate Assistance Fund, capped...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  15th February 2021

  Have you engaged with an article in the recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say by writing a ‘Letter of the issue’, be published in The Sport and Exercise Scientist (Summer 2021) and receive...

• BASES Journal Club

  11th February 2021

  The BASES Journal Club is a new online Journal club, which has expanded from the previous BASES Division of Psychology Journal Club, and is where BASES members can discuss recent literature relating to Sport and...

• BASES Laboratory Visits

  10th February 2021

  The COVID-19 pandemic has been very challenging for more many people and normal operations have been substantially affected, particularly those activities that rely heavily on visual inspection of premises and...

• International Conference Grants - deadline 1 March

  9th February 2021

  We are now accepting applications for International Conference Grants: Number Offered: Up to 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each year)...

• BASES Clean Sport Interest Group

  2nd February 2021

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• BASES Heads of Department Virtual Forum (HoDs)

  28th January 2021

  The BASES Heads of Department Forum was established as a day of information, interaction, discussion and networking for sport and exercise science Department Heads and Course Leaders. Now into its 17th year, the...

• Update - The impact COVID-19 has had upon undergraduate students’ learning

  27th January 2021

  The BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group Steering Committee recently shared an infographic  which highlighted some of the initial findings from a recent survey asking undergraduate students...

• Member proposals invited for BASES Conference 2021 programme

  25th January 2021

    As part of our commitment to expand the breadth of content at BASES Conference 2021 (at the King Power Stadium, Leicester* on 16-17 November) and enable greater input from the membership, we are inviting...

• The impact COVID-19 has had upon undergraduate students’ learning

  22nd January 2021

  Given the unusual circumstances in which we find ourselves, at the end of last semester, led by two members of the BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group Steering Group, Dr Matthew Timmis and...

• 2020 BASES Member Survey

  19th January 2021

  Thank you to those members who participated in the recent BASES Member Survey which yielded a 9% return rate (238 responses), which is similar to previous years. 109 members entered the prize draw with the lucky...

• Update: BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES)

  12th January 2021

  Further to the updates shared on 16 March 2020 and 17 June 2020, BASES is not encouraging Departments to insist on face-to-face practical sessions at this very dangerous time within the pandemic’s...

• New BASES Mental Health in Sport and Exercise units

  11th January 2021

  Last summer, as part of our support to candidates on the Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR), BASES commissioned Drs Paul Gorczynski and Anthony Papathomas to develop a bespoke suite of...

• BASES Awards deadline extensions for 2021

  5th January 2021

  The Awards Committee have decided to extend the application deadlines for the following awards: Masters Dissertation of the Year Award -  new deadline Fri 12 Feb 2021 Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award...

• BASES Student Conference 2021 - abstract deadline 8 March 2021

  22nd December 2020

  Student Conference delegates are invited to submit abstracts within the following sport and exercise science themes: Biomechanics and Motor BehaviourPhysiology and NutritionPsychologySport and PerformancePhysical...

• BASES Online Workshop - Sport Psychology and Mental Health: Battling the Ultracrepidarians

  22nd December 2020

  BASES is pleased to announce the online Workshop ‘Sport Psychology and Mental Health: Battling the Ultracrepidarians’ is now live on the BASES website and we are taking registrations. This paid-for training day...

• Masters Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 12 February

  22nd December 2020

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 12 February Apply for this award: Click here to...

• BASES appoints Dr Adam Gledhill FBASES as Editor of the Sport and Exercise Scientist

  21st December 2020

  BASES has recently appointed Dr Adam Gledhill FBASES as Editor of The Sport and Exercise Scientist. Adam, a Course Director: Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Leeds Beckett University, brings a range of...

• British Society of Gerontology Conference 2021

  18th December 2020

  Dr Theodoros Bampouras, Membership Representative of the Division of Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour has provided some information about the British Society of Gerontology Conference 2021. This online event will be...

• Prof Edward Winter Early Career Researcher Award - deadline 1 July 2021

  15th December 2020

   We are pleased to announce a new award that is now available in honour of Prof Edward Winter FBASES. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Student or Professional member Application...

• SEPAR candidates to benefit from the new BASES mental health in sport and exercise units

  14th December 2020

  Earlier this year, BASES commissioned Drs Paul Gorczynski and Anthony Papathomas to develop a bespoke suite of mental health resources. Designed specifically for the trainee sport psychologist, these educational...

• BASES Multi-disciplinary Webinar Series - Overview

  3rd December 2020

  Throughout November 2020, BASES ran a global Multidisciplinary Webinar Series, hosting 13 online webinars as part of our commitment to support the wider sport and exercise community during the COVID-19 crisis and...

• Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - deadline 26 March

  1st December 2020

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 26 March Apply for this award: click here to...

• BASES Member survey 2020

  30th November 2020

  BASES is keen to better understand its members and to hear what is important to them. The 2020 member survey will been launched on Tuesday 1 December and will close on Sunday 3 January 2021. This is an opportunity...

• The 4th International Conference of Sport Science- AESA

  29th November 2020

  We have received details from the Asian Exercise and Sport Science Association about their 4th international conference, which is taking place 4 February 2021. The AESA are currently welcoming researchers in the...

• Welcome to our new Division representatives

  25th November 2020

  Congratulations to the new Division representatives who have been appointed by the Remunerations and Appointments Committee. Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour - Deputy Chair - Dr Athanassios Bissas Psychology - Deputy...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  20th November 2020

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• European survey on sport culture and experiences

  17th November 2020

  We have been made aware by Dr Kotryna Fraser, member of the BASES Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, of some research which is looking at experiences of working in competitive sport as support staff. The...

• The BASES Statement on ‘Reflecting on re-opening? You are not alone’

  16th November 2020

  The BASES Board is pleased to publish a Reflective Statement, authored by Drs Andy Smith MBE FBASES, Rita de Oliveira, Mark Faghy, Mark Ross and Neil Maxwell, as a companion piece to the BASES Position Stand on the...

• Recruiting for Editor, the Sport and Exercise Scientist

  9th November 2020

  The BASES Board is seeking applications for Editor of the Sport and Exercise Scientist (TSES).  Details of the candidate pack can be found here.  To apply, please attach a current CV (two-page...

• Higher education: new national restrictions guidance

  5th November 2020

  As you may be aware, Dr Andy Smith FBASES and the Authors of the BASES Position Stand on ‘Reopening’ Sport and Exercise Science after lockdown are working with the Education and Teaching Special Interest Group to...

• The BASES Expert Statement on the Important of Fundamental Movement Skills for Children's Physical Activity and Health

  27th October 2020

  BASES Launches New Expert Statement on: The Important of Fundamental Movement Skills for Children's Physical Activity and Health produced on behalf of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences by Prof...

• The BASES Expert Statement on Human Performance and Health in Cold Environments

  27th October 2020

  BASES Launches New Expert Statement on: Human Performance and Health in Cold Environments, produced on behalf of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences by Profs Greg Whyte OBE, FBASES and Mike Tipton...

• Sport, Exercise and Health analytics BASES Special Interest Group article

  26th October 2020

  Prof Tony Myers, Sport, Exercise and Health analytics BASES Special Interest Group (SIG) Chair, has written and provided an article for BASES Members.  This article looks into the overview of the discussions and...

• BASES Division of Psychology Journal Club

  26th October 2020

  The BASES Division of Psychology Journal Club is a new, monthly online Journal club where BASES members can discuss recent literature relating to Sport and Exercise domains collectively. Instructions for Interested...

• BASES’ Annual General Meeting 2020

  20th October 2020

  The BASES’ Annual General Meeting will be held, virtually, via conference call, on Monday 16 November 2020 at 4.30pm. Members will have received an email with details of how to register and attend the meeting on the...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award - deadline 30 Nov

  20th October 2020

  We are now accepting applications for the BASES Applied Practitioner Award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click...

• Role of sport and exercise professionals in the delivery of the NHS long term plan

  20th October 2020

  The University of the West of England is undertaking a project on behalf of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy which is funded by Health Education England.    This project aims to understand the role...

• BASES Education and Teaching Special Interest Group (E&T SIG)

  19th October 2020

  Following the recent call for expressions of interest to members of the E&T SIG, the following members have been appointed to form the inaugural Steering Group: Dr Eddie Bradley; Dr Katherine Burgess; Tommy Craig;...

• Callout for Division Representatives

  16th October 2020

  We are inviting members to apply for a number of positions (please see below) within the BASES Divisions. Members can apply for more than one position. However, you can hold only one position at any one time. Five CPD...

• BASES Global November 2020 Multidisciplinary Webinar Series

  9th October 2020

  Throughout November 2020, BASES will be running a global Multidisciplinary Webinar Series, hosting 13 online webinars as part of our commitment to support the wider sport and exercise community during the COVID-19...

• Call for Research Project Proposals - Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Award for Sports Research

  7th October 2020

  AISTS, the International Academy of Sport Science and Technology, are promoting a new sports research award which is now open until 15 February 2021. The Prince Faisal Bin Fahad Award for Sports Research has been...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Richard Buscombe

  1st October 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Sharon Dixon

  1st October 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• Update: BASES Annual General Meeting 2020

  1st October 2020

  Further to the information shared with members at the end of May 2020, the government then passed new legislation (Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020) which provided temporary and permanent measures to...

• BASES Laboratory Accreditations

  1st October 2020

  Due to the current COVID-19 government and local restrictions, it has been decided to extend current BASES Laboratory Accreditations by six months. A further review of this will take place in early 2021. Commenting...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Emma Ross

  1st October 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Izzy Moore

  1st October 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Helen Matthews

  1st October 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Lucinda Abell

  30th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Shameema Yousuf

  30th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• Important information for attendees and stakeholders: forthcoming BASES events

  29th September 2020

  The Board of BASES has considered all the current information available to them from Government agencies, and has made the decision not to hold any face to face meetings or events for the next six months or so.  ...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr John Fernandes

  29th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Tori Sprung

  29th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Dr Kotryna Fraser

  28th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020 - What inclusion means to me: Savannah Sturridge

  28th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• National Inclusion Week 2020

  25th September 2020

  As part of National Inclusion Week (28 September to 2 October 2020), and in line with the recently established Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, BASES will be sharing stories from the EDI Committee...

• The Physiological Society - Online Symposium

  18th September 2020

  Title:  Variability: How to Deal with It, Interpret It, and Learn from It Date:  5 October - 6 October 2020  Registration for this symposium is now open and will close at 23:59 on Tuesday 1 October....

• BASES opens its first diversity monitoring survey

  17th September 2020

  By promoting equity, diversity and inclusion, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences will create greater opportunity for any individual to fulfil their science - and practice-based potential,...

• BASES Global November 2020 Multidisciplinary Webinar Series

  15th September 2020

  Throughout November 2020, BASES will be hosting 13 online webinars - commencing on 2nd November and concluding 25th November - as part of our commitment to support the wider sport and exercise community during the...

• New BASES Division Chair Appointments

  15th September 2020

  Congratulations to our new BASES Division Chairs who have been appointed by the Appointments and Remuneration Committee with effect from 16 November 2020 when their appointments will be noted at the AGM / member...

• BASES Slack Community

  14th September 2020

  BASES is committed to improving the member experience and the value that BASES provides to members. As a result, we have created a private (members only) social platform. This is separate and in addition to social...

• BASES Expert Statement Grants - deadline 1 Oct

  11th September 2020

  We are now accepting applications for BASES Expert Statement Grants. Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date:...

• BASES Annual Report 2019 – 2020

  10th September 2020

  The Board has pleasure in presenting the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Annual Report 2019-2020 (covering the period 1 September 2019 – 31 August 2020) and the financial statements for the...

• Add your courses to the Course Finder - deadline Sept/Oct

  2nd September 2020

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• Awards Committee Representative - deadline 18 September

  28th August 2020

  BASES wish to appoint a Representative for the BASES Awards Committee. The successful applicant will serve a term of three years. The Appointments and Remuneration Committee will appoint the successful applicant...

• BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme - deadline 6 Sept

  28th August 2020

  We are now accepting applications for the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES). BASES endorsement is awarded to courses that meet criteria covering the necessary foundation of sport and exercise science...

• SEPAR Confirmation

  25th August 2020

  The BASES Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR) is a programme of professional development, skill acquisition and supervised practice to ensure that...

• Student Rep appointments to the BASES Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

  21st August 2020

  Further to the open recruitment towards the end of July 2020 for Student Representative applications for the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Committee, we are pleased to announce the following members have been...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 September

  18th August 2020

  We are now accepting applications for International Conference Grants. Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March and 1 September (each year) Apply for this grant: Click here to...

• Autumn Edition of TSES 2020 Now Available

  18th August 2020

  The Autumn issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available in the BASES Members’ Area and a hard copy will be out for delivery shortly. To sign into the Members’ Area, you will need your username...

• BASES Member benefit: Save 20% on Human Kinetics books

  17th August 2020

  Human Kinetics, a leading international publisher in physical activity is now offering a 20% discount exclusively for BASES members. Human Kinetics publishes books and eBooks in a range of subjects including health,...

• New BASES Fellowships announced

  14th August 2020

  Congratulations to our new BASES Fellows.  We will be promoting them at the BASES Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtual webinar on Monday 16 November 2020 and they will also be announced in the 2019-20 Annual...

• BASES Position Stand - August 2020

  12th August 2020

  The BASES Board are pleased to publish an excellent position stand on the ‘reopening’ of Sport and Exercise Science departments in Higher Education after lockdown. This position stand was authored by Drs Andy...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 30 September

  12th August 2020

  We are now accepting applications for the BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 30 September...

• BASES Career Guide: A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science

  10th August 2020

  We are delighted to launch the new BASES Career Guide: A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science.  www.bases.org.uk/careerguide Our updated Career Guide includes a wealth of guidance and...

• Survey on use, knowledge & perceptions of heat acclimation & associated nutritional strategies by professional athletes & practitioners

  4th August 2020

  Dr Lee Taylor (a BASES accredited member and Chair of the Awards Committee) and colleagues from the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences at Loughborough University, as well as researchers from the Canadian...

• BASES Mental Health in Sport and Exercise training developments

  28th July 2020

  BASES has commissioned Drs Paul Gorczynski and Anthony Papathomas to develop online core content covering: Mental health overview; Depressive disorders; Addictive behaviours; Mental Health Literacy and Programming;...

• Survey on patient compliance with prescribed exercise

  23rd July 2020

  Professor Stephen Bird FBASES has advised us that researchers at RMIT University, Melbourne are seeking the help of clinical exercise scientists in their research into the facilitators and barriers to patient...

• Forthcoming webinars from Royal Society of Medicine (RSM)

  22nd July 2020

  We have been made aware by Dr Rita de Oliveira of some forthcoming webinars from the Royal Society of Medicine (RSM) which may be valuable to some BASES members: RMS’s much-anticipated and biggest webinar of all -...

• BASES Member benefits: The Routledge Sport & Exercise Science books programme

  22nd July 2020

  The Routledge Sport and Exercise Science books programme has grown into one of the largest and broadest of any major international academic publisher. Their portfolio includes books at all levels, from textbooks to...

• Applications sought for student representatives on BASES Equality, Diversity & Inclusion committee

  21st July 2020

  By promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, BASES will create greater opportunity for any individual to fulfil their science- and practice-based potential, irrespective of their background or circumstances. In so...

• Vale Professor Edward Winter

  20th July 2020

  BASES is sad to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of Prof Edward Winter. Ed made a sustained and substantial contribution to BASES for more than 35 years; a former Secretary and Director of BASES, he was made...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  15th July 2020

  We are encouraging all our members to submit letters to the Editor to be published in our next issue. Letters should include no more than 200 words and be about anything that has stood out to you in our Autumn 2020...

• The BASES Expert Statement on Conducting and Implementing Female Athlete Based Research

  15th July 2020

  NEW BASES Expert Statement launched in the Autumn issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist. Produced on behalf of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences by Drs Kirsty Elliott-Sale, Emma Ross FBASES,...

• Exercise Right Media Release: Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes – Supporting mental and physical health

  14th July 2020

  Exercise for Type 2 Diabetes – Supporting mental and physical health  Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in Australia. Around 1.7 million people live with this condition, and 85–90 per cent...

• Final call for authors: BASES Physiological Testing Guidelines

  10th July 2020

  The next edition of the BASES Physiological Testing Guidelines has just been commissioned and is due to be handed over to the publishers by the end of 2020. Now in its fifth edition it will continue to be published as...

• CSEP Get Active for Pregnancy questionnaire

  9th July 2020

  CSEP Get Active for Pregnancy questionnaire Dr Victoria Meah, a BASES member, is working alongside CSEP, the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology, in the development of the Get Active for Pregnancy...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Division Chair (x3)

  6th July 2020

  Three BASES Division Chairs (Dr Adam Grainger (Sport & Performance), Assoc Prof Adam Hawkey FBASES (Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour) and Prof Zoe Knowles FBASES (Psychology)) will all finish their current terms after...

• Endurance expert takes on marathon challenge

  2nd July 2020

  A scientist who has worked with runners, including Eliud Kipchoge and Paula Radcliffe, is preparing for his own endurance challenge – running his first sub-three-hour marathon at the age of 50. Professor Andrew...

• International Webinar on Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences in Context to COVID-19

  1st July 2020

  The Department of Physical Education, Faculty of Arts, BHU, Varanasi-India in collaboration with The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) are organising an International Webinar on “Physical...

• Updated Government guidance for people who work in or run indoor labs and research facilities and similar environments

  25th June 2020

  Further to the recent BASES website news items and member emails, the Government has just updated this guidance to reflect the changing situation. We wanted to share this with our members and Heads of Departments. ...

• Coronavirus Graduated Return to Play for Performance Athletes: Guidance for Healthcare Practitioners

  22nd June 2020

  BASES Sport and Performance Division would like to formally endorse the UK Home Country Sports Institutes’ (HCSI) Coronavirus Graduated Return to Play Guidance document for performance sport athletes. This document,...

• BASES and BPS Collaborative Webinar

  19th June 2020

  BASES (Division of Psychology) and BPS (Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology) are pleased to announce a collaborative series of webinars for its members. This exciting joint venture will be delivered by...

• Appointments to the BASES Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

  18th June 2020

  Further to the open recruitment at the end of May for applications for the new Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Committee, we are pleased to announce the following members have been appointed by the Appointments...

• Update: BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES)

  17th June 2020

  Further to the update shared on 16 March 2020; These are unprecedented times and many Universities are operating under Emergency Assessment Regulations that are designed to ensure that students are not disadvantaged...

• Accreditation/Re-Accreditation/HPSA/CSci - deadline 1 July

  16th June 2020

  We are now accepting applications for Accreditation/Re-Accreditation and High Performance Sport Accreditation (HPSA). BASES Accreditation supports the maintenance and enhancement of professional and ethical standards...

• Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network

  16th June 2020

  The Women in Sport and Exercise Academic Network (WiSEAN) conference 2020 is a global virtual event, to discuss the impact of situations like COVID-19 on the exercising female. The event will help to grow, strengthen...

• BASES Fellowship applications - deadline 31 July

  10th June 2020

  We are now accepting BASES Fellowship applications. BASES Fellowship is considered an accolade that individuals aspire to and an honour that people are proud of and is valued. For 'FBASES' to be placed after...

• Certified Exercise Practitioner (CEP) - new fees introduced

  10th June 2020

  With effect from 1 July 2020 BASES will be introducing an administration fee of £15.00 for all new applications. A fee of £10.00 for renewal applications will commence 1 January 2021. Further details on how to...

• Callout for S&C Accreditation Rep - deadline 30 June

  10th June 2020

  We are inviting members to apply for the following position within the BASES Accreditation Committee: Five CPD credits are available for members. Term of Office: Committee members shall normally hold post for a three...

• BASES New Chair-Elect

  8th June 2020

  BASES is delighted to announce that Prof Zoe Knowles FBASES has been voted in as Chair-Elect. Three strong candidates stood for election: Associate Professor Adam Hawkey FBASESProfessor Zoe Knowles FBASESProfessor...

• BASES social platform member survey

  3rd June 2020

  As you may be aware, BASES is, and always will be, committed to improving the member experience and the value that BASES provides to members. As a result, we have been generating ideas on how we might be able to do...

• BASES Annual General Meeting

  28th May 2020

  Due to social distancing measures, BASES will not be able to hold its standard AGM in November 2020. The BASES Articles are non-hybrid, which means that a virtual AGM is not possible; ‘place’ (clause 10.2) is read...

• Coming Soon! BASES Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science

  27th May 2020

  We are pleased to announce that we are updating the BASES Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science; an informative and highly popular resource that provides valuable and up-to-date guidance about study options...

• Call to action – new BASES Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee

  26th May 2020

  BASES commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) By promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, BASES will create greater opportunity for any individual to fulfil their science- and practice-based...

• Update: BASES 2020 annual conference

  22nd May 2020

  In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the limited government guidance on safe social distancing measures for mass gatherings, and the unlikelihood of any vaccine by this autumn, the BASES Board and the...

• Callout for CPD Rep for the Physiology and Nutrition Division

  22nd May 2020

  We are inviting members to apply for the following position within the BASES Division: Five CPD credits are available for members. Term of Office: Division members shall normally hold post for a two year period ...

• BASES Accreditation Partnership Scheme: new partner – Leicester City FC

  20th May 2020

  BASES is delighted to announce that Leicester City Football Club have now become an approved partner of our Accreditation Partnership Scheme. They Join the English Institute of Sport as an approved partner...

• BASES Chair-Elect applications

  18th May 2020

  Further to the Call to Action on 16 April 2020 for expressions of interest for the BASES Chair-Elect, I am pleased to announce that three strong colleagues have agreed to stand. In alphabetical order, the applicants...

• Sport and Exercise Science Laboratories

  13th May 2020

  BASES has recently shared and promoted, https://bit.ly/2Wu2nQ9, the recent statement from The Physiological Society, https://www.physoc.org/covid19/returning-to-the-lab/, as the Lab Accreditation Review group deem...

• BASES Expert Statement on the Role of High-Intensity Interval Exercise for Health and Fitness Promotion in Young People

  6th May 2020

  BASES Launches New Expert Statement on: The Role of High-intensity Interval Exercise for Health and Fitness Promotion in Young People Produced on behalf of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences by...

• Protecting mental health during COVID-19

  1st May 2020

  With a range of restrictions currently in place to keep the nation healthy from the COVID-19 pandemic, Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) has issued a reminder about the importance of exercise and physical...

• BASES Course Finder - list your SES courses with us

  1st May 2020

  The BASES Course Finder is a directory of undergraduate and postgraduate sport and exercise science courses offered by universities in the UK. It has been developed to assist students in locating degree courses in...

• BASES CPD credits

  30th April 2020

  The Board recently reviewed and updated the list of BASES CPD credits. The current version can be found here. ...

• Abstract Submission Deadlines coming up for the Annual Conference

  24th April 2020

  Free communications: Friday 15 May 2020 Posters and 5 slides in 5 minutes: Friday 12 June 2020 Early bird delegate rates for the BASES 2020 Conference will be available until Friday 11 September 2020 BASES 2020...

• Want to contribute to the next issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?

  24th April 2020

  We are encouraging all our members to submit letters to the Editor to be published in our next issue. Letters should include no more than 200 words and be about anything that has stood out to you in our Summer 2020...

• Summer 2020 edition of TSES now available

  24th April 2020

  The Summer issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available in the BASES Members’ Area and a hard copy will be out for delivery shortly. To sign into the Members’ Area, you will need your username...

• A message from Ian Wilson, BASES Executive Director

  22nd April 2020

  Executive Director, Ian Wilson, has provided a statement on the BASES response to COVID-19 pandemic. To find out more, click here.  ...

• BASES Expert Statement on Physical Activity & Exercise During COVID-19 ‘Lockdowns’ & ‘Restrictions’

  22nd April 2020

  Dr Andy Smith FBASES, Professor Stuart Biddle FBASES and Professor Stephen Bird FBASES have produced a new expert statement on behalf of BASES.  Please click here to access the statement. ...

• Call to Action: Expressions of interest - BASES Chair-Elect

  16th April 2020

  Prof Richard Tong FBASES has decided to only serve one term as Chair. As such, we will need a Chair Elect to be in place by the November 2020 Board meeting and AGM, to shadow Richard in his final year. If you are...

• BASES welcomes our new Committee and Division reps

  14th April 2020

  BASES welcomes our new representatives on our Committees and Divisions: Awards Committee - Prof Alan Barker Accreditation Committee - Dr Gary Brickley FBASES and Dr Tom Clifford Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour...

• Expert Statement Grants deadline 1 May

  14th April 2020

  We are now accepting applications for BASES Expert Statements: Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May...

• BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme deadline 6 May

  14th April 2020

  The BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) awards endorsement to sport and exercise science degree courses that provide undergraduates with the opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills essential to enter...

• BASES office status update

  23rd March 2020

  Following the escalation of Covid-19 precautions in the UK, BASES is following governmental advice and will be working remotely until further notice. Services will continue as normal, and phone lines will remain open....

• BASES Events Update

  17th March 2020

  Important information for attendees and stakeholders for forthcoming events The Board of BASES has considered all the current information available to them...

• Call out to Members to apply for BASES Division Committee positions

  17th March 2020

  We are inviting members to apply for the following positions within the BASES Divisions and Committees: You can apply for more than one position. However, you can hold only one position at any one time. Five CPD...

• Update: BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES)

  16th March 2020

  BASES recognises that many institutions are faced with changing the delivery mode and assessment methodologies of their academic programmes as a result of COVID-19, and we would like to reassure you that this will...

• BASES Student Conference 2020 Update

  16th March 2020

  The Organising Committee of Solent University and BASES, the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, have considered all the current information available to them from Government agencies...

• Research Excellence Framework 2021: Invitation to make further nominations to REF

  3rd March 2020

  We have recently received details from the Research Excellence Framework Team, who are looking for nominations to their groups The following information about submitting nominations in this round can be found at ...

• BASES Supporting National Biomechanics Day - 8 April 2020

  3rd March 2020

  BASES are proud to be sponsors of the 5th Annual National Biomechanics Day (NBD) - a worldwide celebration of all things Biomechanics. From 2016 - 2019 NBD events have been hugely successful with over 29,000...

• BASES agrees new partnership with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology

  28th February 2020

  The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences have agreed to provide reciprocal access to each organisation’s publications. BASES members are...

• Clean Sport at the Front Line Forum

  26th February 2020

  UKAD, a partner of BASES, is pleased to announce that registration for the third annual Clean Sport at the Front Line (CS@FL) forum on Thursday 12 March at Edgbaston Park Hotel, Birmingham is open. The agenda can be...

• Welcoming BASES new Marketing & Communications Assistant (Intern)

  25th February 2020

  Welcoming BASES new Marketing and Communications Assistant (Intern) We are delighted to announce that Angus Boyle will be starting as Marketing and Communications Assistant (Intern) on 9 March 2020. Angus joined...

• Win a year's free Membership

  25th February 2020

  Get involved in the debate by sharing your views in a letter to the Editor. At BASES, we encourage all of our members to submit letters and be a part of our publication, The Sport and Exercise Scientist. All...

• BASES 2021 Student Annual Conference

  24th February 2020

  Following open application since last November, the BASES Board recently considered all submissions to host the BASES 2021 Student Annual Conference against the criteria, which included the programme, location, cost...

• BASES Psychology Division Event - 4 May

  17th February 2020

  Location: Bath University Price: Free to members BASES credits: 5 Book your place here Agenda Session Room 09.15 – 09.45 Registration CB 3.16 09:45 – 10:00 ...

• BASES are now featuring in the Careers in Sport Directory

  14th February 2020

  On the back of us partnering with Careers in Sport regarding their Careers in Sport LIVE events this autumn, we have today been included within their directory. CIS provides the latest jobs and careers...

• Call out to Members to apply for BASES Division and Committee positions

  11th February 2020

  We are inviting members to apply for the following positions within the BASES Divisions and  Committees: You can apply for more than one position. However, you can hold only one position at any one time. Five CPD...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 March

  11th February 2020

  We are now accepting applications for International Conference Grants: Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Apply for this grant: Click here to download the application form Aim of grant The BASES...

• New Division Committee Appointments

  3rd February 2020

  The BASES Appointments and Remuneration Committee are pleased to confirm the following members have been appointed to various committee roles: Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Student Rep - Francesca Collings ...

• BASES Sport and Performance Division Event - 18 March

  30th January 2020

  Managing Fatigue & Enhancing RecoveryWednesday, 18 March 2020 (10:00 - 16:00)  Event now FULL Location: Newman University, Birmingham Price: Free to members BASES credits: 5 Overview: Content presented on...

• BASES expands its Board with the appointment of new independent Non-Executive Directors

  29th January 2020

  Following an extensive open recruitment in December 2019, the Board of BASES are delighted to announce the appointment of three independent Non-Executive Directors (NEDs), all of whom, will take up post in February...

• New Special Interest Group - Sport, Exercise and Health Analytics

  27th January 2020

  'The BASES Sport, Exercise and Health Analytics Special Interest Group (SIG) consists of a range of individuals with different levels of experience both in their respective fields and in their experience with...

• The BACPR are looking to appoint a BASES Member to be apart of their Exercise Professionals Group

  22nd January 2020

  The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) are seeking to appoint a highly experienced specialist practitioner in cardiovascular disease prevention and rehabilitation as a representative to the...

• Member proposals invited for BASES Conference 2020 programme

  20th January 2020

  As part of the plans to expand the breadth of content at BASES Conference 2020 (at the King Power Stadium, Leicester on 17-18 November) and enable greater input from the membership, we are inviting BASES...

• Call for authors: BASES Physiological Testing Guidelines

  13th January 2020

  The next edition of the BASES Physiological Testing Guidelines has just been commissioned and is due to be handed over to the publishers by the end of 2020. Now in its fifth edition, it will continue to be published as...

• Welcoming BASES new Professional Development and Partnerships Manager

  23rd December 2019

  We are delighted to announce that Sue Watson will be starting as new Professional Development & Partnerships Manager on 20 January 2020.  Sue joins us with over 16 years’ experience within the sports sector;...

• BASES Office Closure for Christmas

  17th December 2019

  Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to all our members. The BASES office will close on Friday 20 December and re-open on Monday 6 January 2020. During this period email access will be limited. ...

• Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - deadline 31 Jan 2020

  5th December 2019

  Applications are now open for the Professor Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - sponsored by Routledge Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing...

• Win a year's free Membership

  29th November 2019

  Get involved in the debate by sharing your views in a letter to the Editor. At BASES, we encourage all of our members to submit letters and be a part of our publication, The Sport and Exercise Scientist.  All...

• New BASES Fellows awarded

  28th November 2019

  Congratulations to our new BASES Fellows who were awarded their certificate at the BASES Annual Conference dinner: Chris Barnes, CB Sports Performance Ltd Prof Andrew Edwards, Canterbury Christ Church University Dr...

• Annual Conference 2019 award winners announced

  28th November 2019

  Congratulations to all our award winners at the BASES Annual Conference 2019 and a huge thank you to our sponsors BASES, Cranlea, Human Kinetics, Routledge/Taylor & Francis and Sportesse. All the winners can also be...

• Joint BASES & The Physiological Society Sport and Exercise Science Animation

  27th November 2019

  BASES are delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new animation project, to promote sport and exercise science, undertaken in collaboration with The Physiological Society. The animation was developed with...

• BASES Masters Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 31 Dec

  12th November 2019

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 31 December Apply for this award: Click here to...

• New issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist

  6th November 2019

  The Winter issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available in the BASES Members’ Area and a hard copy will be out for delivery shortly. To sign into the Members’ Area, you will need your...

• BASES Annual Report 2018-19 now available

  31st October 2019

  The Board has pleasure in presenting the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Annual Report 2018-19 (covering the period September 1 2018 - August 31 2019) and the financial statements for the...

• Call out for BASES Student Conference 2021

  29th October 2019

  BASES are now inviting applications to host the 2021 Student Conference BASES would like to invite institutions to bid to host the BASES Student Conference 2021. Click here to download the guidelines and...

• BASES commences recruitment for Professional Development and Partnerships Manager

  28th October 2019

  BASES have commenced recruitment for a new Professional Development and Partnerships Manager. Are you ready to take on a new and exciting challenge (or do you know someone who is) ? Main purpose of job: Implementing...

• ESSA launches free eBook on benefits of exercise for cancer care

  25th October 2019

  Every four minutes an Australian is diagnosed with cancer, and an extensive and growing body of scientific research has established exercise as a particularly potent medicine for the management of cancer. To help...

• BASES Annual General Meeting - Tues 19 Nov 2019

  21st October 2019

  As a BASES member, you are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences. When: Tuesday 19 November 2019, 17:15 - 18:00 Where: Rowley Suite, King...

• Special roundtable session at BASES Conference 2019 confirmed

  19th October 2019

  A special new session has been added to this year's BASES Conference 2019 programme, which will present and discuss summary findings from the Sport and Exercise Science Education: Impact on the UK Economy report...

• New BASES Executive Director commences appointment

  14th October 2019

  A warm welcome to our new BASES Executive Director, Mr Ian Wilson. Ian joins us with extensive involvement and experience in sport, as an elite athlete, national Team Manager, and various management roles within...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award

  1st October 2019

  We are now accepting applications for the above award: Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click here to download the...

• LLT working even closer with AGILE and BASES

  30th September 2019

  We are delighted at the release of this collaboration statement, further reinforcing our commitment to partnership working to improve care and referral pathways for evidence based exercise for older people and falls...

• Call out to Members to apply for BASES Division Committee positions

  26th September 2019

  We are inviting members to apply for the following positions within the BASES five Division Committees: Biomechanics and Motor BehaviourPhysiology and NutritionPhysical Activity for HealthPsychologySport and...

• BASES Expert Statement Grants - deadline 1 Oct

  9th September 2019

  We are now accepting applications for Expert Statement Grants. Aim of grant The BASES Expert Statement Grants aim to assist the development of expert statements on broad topics, related to the application of scientific...

• BASES Conference early bird booking deadline - 13 September

  4th September 2019

  There is just over one week left to secure your delegate place at discounted early bird rates for BASES Conference 2019. The early bird booking deadline is Friday 13 September at 5pm.  The conference will be...

• BASES commences recruitment for new Executive Director

  28th August 2019

  BASES current Executive Director, Tom Holden, has decided to accept an offer to join the Joseph Rowntree Foundation as their new Head of Business Insight in November; BASES have therefore commenced recruitment for a...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award - deadline 30 September

  19th August 2019

  We are now accepting applications for the BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award. Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 30 September...

• The Open University "Investigating Psychology 2" module now open for registration

  13th August 2019

  Following approval of the new Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR), BASES can now provide more information about our partnership with The Open University, which has been developed to offer BASES...

• A thank you to Marsha Stankler

  7th August 2019

  We are sad to announce that Marsha Stankler is leaving BASES after working for the organisation for fourteen years.  Her last day in the office is today Wednesday 7 August. Marsha has secured a new role in the...

• BASES International Conference Grant - deadline 1 Sept

  6th August 2019

  Applications are now open to apply for an International Conference Grant: Number Offered: 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September (each year)...

• HCPC approve BASES Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route

  31st July 2019

  BASES is delighted to confirm that the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has now fully approved the new Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route (SEPAR). This means that individuals who successfully...

• Win a year's free membership

  23rd July 2019

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist?  Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• Promote degree courses with the BASES Course Finder

  21st July 2019

  Are you a Course Leader or Head of Department seeking ways to promote your sport and exercise courses for the 2020-21 academic year?  Listing courses on the BASES Course Finder helps you promote your courses to a...

• BASES Early Career Grants - deadline 1 August

  9th July 2019

  We are now accepting applications for the Early Career Grant.  Two grants are offered each year to Professional members. To apply for this grant: Click here to download the application form Results Available:...

• BASES Physical Activity for Health Day at University Centre Shrewsbury

  2nd July 2019

  The University Centre Shrewsbury hosted an inspirational and informative event for the Physical Activity for Health Division on the 25th June 2019 which was chaired by Divisional Chair Dr Dave Broom. Twenty-five...

• Call out for BASES Awards Committee Chair - deadline 5 July

  26th June 2019

  BASES wish to appoint a Chair for the BASES Awards Committee. The successful applicant will serve a term of three years. The Awards Committee consists of six BASES professional members covering a broad range of...

• Applications now open for BASES Fellowship - deadline 31 July

  25th June 2019

  BASES is now inviting applications for BASES Fellowship. BASES Fellowship is awarded to recognise esteemed professional achievement, skills, knowledge and service to BASES and the sport and exercise science...

• Nominations open for the Science Council’s CPD Awards 2019

  24th June 2019

  The Science Council’s CPD Awards are back for 2019 to celebrate 5 years of excellence. Have you gone above and beyond to keep your CPD up to date? Think you have an outstanding CPD record? Consider nominating...

• Changes to BASES Special Interest Group guidelines

  22nd June 2019

  BASES Special Interest Groups (SIGs) provide an active forum for networking, discussion and knowledge sharing for BASES members who share an interest in a subject area. A number of changes have been made to the rules...

• Call out for Biomechanics & Motor Behaviour Member For Scientific Programme Committee

  18th June 2019

  BASES wish to appoint a Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour representative to the BASES Annual Conference Scientific Programme Committee. All successful applicants will serve a term of two years covering the BASES...

• BASES Conference abstract submission deadline extended to 21 June

  14th June 2019

  Following a number of requests, BASES has decided to extend the final abstract submission deadline for BASES Conference 2019: authors now have until 9:00am on Friday 21 June to submit abstracts. Submit your abstract...

• Call out for Biomechanics Accreditation Committee member

  11th June 2019

  BASES are seeking a BASES Accredited member, with expertise or background in biomechanics, to join the BASES Accreditation Committee. The Accreditation Committee is responsible for all aspects of the Accreditation,...

• Physical Activity for Health Division Day - places still available

  4th June 2019

  Places are still available to attend this free event for BASES members Date: Tuesday 25 June 2019 (10:00 - 16:00) Venue: University Centre, Shrewsbury Click here to book now. Agenda 9.30 – 10.00 Arrival (tea and...

• Professional development course for external examiners in sport and exercise science

  29th May 2019

  BASES and Advance HE (formerly HEA) would like to extend an invitation to existing or aspiring external examiners to take part in a professional development course for external examiners in sport and exercise science....

• BASES Psychology Division Day at Leeds Beckett University

  28th May 2019

  Professor Zoe Knowles FBASES (BASES Psychology Division Chair) and Pete Mackreth (Dean of School, Carnegie School of Sport) welcomed delegates to the BASES Psychology Division Day event at Leeds Beckett University...

• The Sport and Exercise Scientist latest issue now available

  20th May 2019

  The Summer issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist is now available in the Member Area for all members including overseas members. A hardcopy will be delivered to you shortly. To sign into the Member Area you...

• Member vacancy - book, app and podcast review editor

  17th May 2019

  If you are energetic, highly organised, detail-oriented and up-to-date with current developments, then a position on The Sport and Exercise Scientist Editorial Advisory Board may be for you. We are looking for an...

• Win a year's free Membership - deadline 5 June

  13th May 2019

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• BASES International Conference Grants - deadline 1 June

  13th May 2019

  Number Offered: 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September (each year) Apply for this grant: Click here to download the application form Results...

• New Committee Appointments

  29th April 2019

  Congratulations to the BASES members who have been appointed on the following committees: The Remuneration and Appointments Committee Dr Lance Doggart FBASES Prof Dominic Micklewright FBASES Prof Louis Passfield...

• BASES Student Conference 2019: Sport and Exercise Science – Transforming Lives

  29th April 2019

  Over 240 students, academics and exhibitors from across the UK (and further afield) arrived in Dundee on the 17- 18 April for the annual BASES Student Conference 2019, co-hosted by the University of Dundee and...

• Updates to the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme criteria

  25th April 2019

  The BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) is the recognised standard for sport and exercise science undergraduate degree programmes in the UK. Endorsement is awarded to courses that provide the necessary...

• Professor Jerry Morris honoured by The Royal Society of Medicine

  24th April 2019

  Professor Morris has been widely recognised as one of the founders of the academic field of physical activity and health. As long ago as the early 1950s he established the impact of lack of activity on incidence of...

• BASES Student Conference 2019 award winners announced

  23rd April 2019

  The BASES Annual Student Conference awards seek to reward outstanding contributions to sport and exercise sciences by BASES members. Awards are presented for research (free communication and poster) in separate...

• BASES BIG 2019 #BIGintheHUD

  23rd April 2019

  To coincide with National Biomechanics Day on 10 April 2019 - a worldwide celebration of all things Biomechanics, The University of Huddersfield hosted a very successful Biomechanics Interest Group event themed...

• Callout to join the BASES Scientific Programme Committee deadline 3 May

  10th April 2019

  BASES wishes to appoint seven representatives to the BASES Annual Conference Scientific Programme Committee. All successful applicants will serve a term of two years covering the BASES Conferences in 2020 and 2021. ...

• £1,000 of Funding Available for Women in the Sports Science Sector

  9th April 2019

  Women & Leadership International is administering a national initiative to support the development of female leaders across the UK’s sports science sector. The campaign is providing women with grants of up to...

• BASES Expert Statement Grants - deadline 1 May

  2nd April 2019

  Expert Statement Grants now available  Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May and 1 October (each...

• Successful Sport and Performance Division Event

  28th March 2019

  To celebrate the BASES endorsement of the brand new HIIT Science course, co-founder Dr Martin Buchheit delivered on all things High Intensity Interval Training at a workshop at Newman University, Birmingham on Thursday...

• BASES host their 16th Heads of Department (HoDs) Forum

  20th March 2019

  BASES hosted their 16th Heads of Department Forum on Wednesday 20 March 2019 at Coventry University’s TechnoCentre. The HoD Advisory Group Chair, Dr Lance Doggart FBASES said, “The Forum was another great...

• The Sport and Exercise Scientist Editorial Advisory Board - Nutrition Rep position available

  19th March 2019

  There is a position available on The Sport and Exercise Scientist Editorial Advisory Board to cover the area of Nutrition (and work alongside the other representative covering this area). If you are energetic, highly...

• Appointments and Remuneration Committee Fellow positions available - deadline 6 April

  19th March 2019

  Three BASES Fellows are invited to join the BASES Remuneration and Appointments Committee. The Remuneration and Appointments Committee consists of:  • BASES Chair • 1 Non-Executive Director • 3 BASES...

• BASES Conference 2019 Abstract Submission - Key Dates

  12th March 2019

  Abstract Submission Dates BASES will soon be inviting abstract submissions for BASES Conference 2019, taking place at the King Power Stadium, Leicester on 19-20 November. From 1 April 2019, abstracts will...

• Emeritus Professor Tudor Hale

  26th February 2019

  Emeritus Professor Tudor Hale (1933-2019) It is with sadness that we pass on the news of the death of Emeritus Professor Tudor Hale.  Tudor was considered by his peers as a ‘visionary’ academic and one of...

• Deadline approaching for conference parallel session member proposals

  25th February 2019

  BASES members have until 5pm on Friday 1 March to submit a proposal for a parallel invited session (lecture or symposia) for BASES Conference 2019. This year, up to 3 parallel invited parallel sessions in the...

• Win a year's free BASES membership

  21st February 2019

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• Call out to members to review online Human Kinetics Courses

  19th February 2019

  BASES offers a number of online CPD courses through our partners Human Kinetics (HK). Members receive generous discounts on these courses and can obtain CPD credits by completing them. BASES is keen to offer...

• BASES Supporting National Biomechanics Day

  11th February 2019

  BASES are proud to be sponsors of the 4th Annual National Biomechanics Day (NBD) - a worldwide celebration of all things Biomechanics. From 2016 - 2018 NBD events have been hugely successful with over 20,000...

• International Conference Grants deadline 1 March

  11th February 2019

  Number Offered: 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September (each year) Apply for this grant: Click here to download the application form Results...

• Member proposals invited for BASES Conference 2019 programme

  6th February 2019

  As part of plans to expand the breadth of content at BASES Conference 2019 (19-20 November) and enable greater input from the membership, we are inviting BASES professional and overseas members to submit proposals for...

• Royal Society of Medicine Wall of Honour Ceremony

  4th February 2019

  The Royal Society of Medicine will hold its annual Wall of Honour Ceremony on Sunday 31 March 2019. This year's ceremony will include the adding of Professor Jerry Morris, a pioneer of physical activity for health in...

• New Education and Teaching Special Interest Group

  29th January 2019

  Expressions of interest for involvement in a new Education and Teaching Special Interest Group (SIG) are sought from Association members. The overarching aim of the SIG will be to promote excellence in teaching...

• BASES Physiology and Nutrition Division Day

  28th January 2019

  Our third division day was hosted by Birmingham City University on January 16th. We had a good range of speakers covering applied aspects of sports science support, career experiences, more traditional underlying...

• Abstract submission deadline approaching for BASES Student Conference

  25th January 2019

  The BASES Student Conference 2019 is taking place Wednesday 17th-Thursday 18th April, 2019 is being co-hosted by The University of Dundee and Abertay University in Dundee.  Don’t miss the...

• BASES Announce New Division Appointments

  16th January 2019

  The BASES Appointments and Remuneration Committee are pleased to confirm the following members have been appointed to various committee roles: Biomechanics & Motor Behaviour: Deputy Chair - Dr Andrew Mitchell ...

• Early Career Grants - deadline 1 February

  8th January 2019

  Number offered: 2 each year Target BASES Membership Category - Professional member Application Closing Date: 1 February and 1 August (each year) Apply for this grant: Click here to download the application form Results...

• BASES now inviting applications to host 2020 Student Conference

  17th December 2018

  BASES would like to invite institutions to bid to host the BASES Student Conference 2020. Click here for the guidelines and application form to bid to host the conference. Please note that as part of the...

• BASES sign MoU with Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand

  16th December 2018

  This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlines the defined agreed collaborative relationship between the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand (SESNZ)...

• Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award - deadline 31 January

  12th December 2018

  The Prof Tom Reilly Doctoral Dissertation Award was established in 2010 through the generosity of Routledge and is named after Professor Tom Reilly (1941-2009) who was an Honorary Fellow of BASES. The prize is £500....

• Letter of the issue win a year's free membership

  4th December 2018

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• BASES Conference 2018

  29th November 2018

  BASES Conference 2018 took place on 27-28 November at Harrogate Convention Centre; two inspiring days filled with world-leading insight and expertise.  Thank you to all delegates, speakers, presenters, exhibitors...

• BASES Conference 2018 award winners announced

  29th November 2018

  BASES Conference awards seek to reward outstanding contributions to sport and exercise sciences by BASES members. Awards are presented for research (free communication presentation and poster presentation) in...

• BASES welcomes new Board members at Annual General Meeting

  23rd November 2018

  The BASES Annual General Meeting at the BASES Conference 2018 saw the appointment of three new members to the BASES Board; Prof Richard Tong FBASES as Chair of BASES, Prof Zoe Knowles FBASES as Chair of the...

• Update on Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route

  21st November 2018

  As members will be aware, the Psychology Division welcomed a panel representing the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to Leeds this week for the 'Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation Route' (SEPAR)...

• BASES Master Dissertation of the Year award - deadline 30 December

  8th November 2018

  Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Categories: Student and Graduate Application Closing Date: 30 December Apply for this award: Click here to download the application form Results Available: Within 10...

• BASES AGM Invite to all members

  8th November 2018

  The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences When: Tuesday 27 November 2018, 17:30 - 18:30 Where: Harrogate Convention Centre, King's Suite Chair: Prof Richard Tong...

• BASES Annual Report 2017-2018 now available

  6th November 2018

  The Board has pleasure in presenting the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) annual report (September 2017 - August 2018) and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2018.  The...

• Call out to Members to apply for BASES Division Committee positions

  22nd October 2018

  We are inviting members to apply for the following positions within the BASES five Division Committees: Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour Physical Activity for Health Physiology and...

• The Sport and Exercise Scientist Advisory Board - positions available

  16th October 2018

  There are four positions available on The Sport and Exercise Scientist Editorial Advisory Board: Sport and Performance columnist (similar to the column for Physical Activity for Health that Prof John Saxton FBASES...

• BASES Pre-Conference Workshop - 26 November 2018

  11th October 2018

  Online booking is now available for the cross-division Pre-Conference Workshop hosted by the Psychology Division of BASES, at Leeds Beckett University Headingley Campus on Monday 26 November. There are several...

• BASES Supervised Experience - enrolment deadline 19 October

  10th October 2018

  Are you an aspiring sport and exercise scientist? BASES has developed the Supervised Experience (SE) programme to provide individuals early in their career with opportunities and support to develop the...

• New BASES online event booking system now live

  10th October 2018

  We are pleased to inform you that the new online booking system for BASES events and workshops is now live. The new system enables quick and easy event registration and secure online payment. Your account will...

• BASES Applied Practitioner Award - deadline 30 November

  9th October 2018

  Number Offered: 1 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Accredited Application Closing Date: 30 November Apply for this award: Click here to download the application form Results Available: Within 8 weeks of the...

• BASES signs MoU with the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP)

  3rd October 2018

  The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) and The Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The aim of the MoU is to broaden the...

• Registration now open for BASES Student Conference 2019

  1st October 2018

  Conference registration now open Register at https://uod.ac.uk/BASES-Stu-Conf-2018 Please note the conference is open to BASES members only. If you are not a BASES member and wish to attend the Student...

• BASES launch new Career Guide

  25th September 2018

  BASES is pleased to announce the launch of its updated Career Guide: ‘A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science’. The BASES Career Guide, developed in partnership with Human Kinetics, includes 52 pages...

• BASES Expert Statement Grants - deadline 1 October

  3rd September 2018

  Expert Statement Grants Number Offered: Up to 4 each year Value of Grants: Up to a total of £1,000 Target BASES Membership Category: Professional Application Closing Date: 1 May, 1 October Results Available: Within 10...

• Ending soon - early bird rates for BASES Conference 2018

  31st August 2018

  Only two weeks are now left to secure your early bird delegate rates for BASES Conference 2018 (prices available until Friday 14 September 2018). BASES Conference 2018 is taking place at Harrogate Convention Centre,...

• BUES submission deadline approaching

  30th August 2018

  The deadline for applying for the BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) is Thursday 6 September. BASES awards endorsement to sport and exercise science courses that provide undergraduates with the...

• BUES Pilot Underway

  28th August 2018

  The BASES Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (BUES) Review Task Group was established in 2017 with the objective of ensuring the BUES programme continues to effectively provide students, parents, employers and sport and...

• BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award: deadline 30 September

  22nd August 2018

  The BASES Undergraduate Dissertation of the Year Award is given annually for an outstanding undergraduate sport and/or exercise sciences dissertation made by a BASES member who is a final year undergraduate. The prize...

• International Conference Grant deadline: 1st September

  7th August 2018

  International Conference Grants Number Offered: 3 each year Target BASES Membership Category: Professional (for the past two years) Application Closing Date: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September Apply for this grant: Click here...

• Letter of the issue - win a year's free membership

  31st July 2018

  Have you engaged with an article in a recent issue of The Sport and Exercise Scientist? Have your say and win a year’s free BASES membership by writing and submitting a ‘Letter of the issue’ to...

• BASES Early Career Grants deadline 1 August

  26th July 2018

  BASES Early-Career Practitioner and Researcher Grants aim to assist early-career practitioners and researchers to develop their applied and research potential. The applicant must be within 5 years of obtaining either...

• BASES Fellowship deadline 31 July

  26th July 2018

  BASES Fellowship is awarded to recognise esteemed professional achievement, skills, knowledge and service to BASES and the sport and exercise science community and encourages continued service to BASES in leadership...

• BASES inviting applications for Division Chair roles

  13th July 2018

  BASES is now inviting applications and expressions of interest for the following Division Chair roles: Chair of the Division of Biomechanics and Motor BehaviourChair of the Division of Physical Activity for...

• BASES Conference 2018: abstract submission deadline extended

  2nd July 2018

  BASES has decided to extend the abstract deadline for submitting abstracts for BASES Conference 2018 until Wednesday 4 July at  midnight following a number of requests received from BASES members. BASES...

• First laboratory in continental Europe obtains BASES Accreditation

  29th June 2018

  The Swedish Winter Sports Research Centre, SWSRC, which is part of Mid Sweden University, has attained BASES Laboratory Accreditation after completing the assessment process during the Spring. Dr Kerry McGawley,...

• New SAPC Special Interest Group

  28th June 2018

  'Exercise/physical activity as medicine’ is a new Society for Academic Primary Care (SAPC) special interest group, which has been set up by BASES member Emma Healey. The aim of the special interest group (SIG) is...

• BASES launches new website

  14th June 2018

  BASES is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. The new website has been developed in response to member feedback received in the last two membership feedback surveys. We have attempted to address a...

• BASES Psychology Division Day

  1st June 2018

  The BASES Psychology Division Day, a free member only event, was hosted on Wednesday 9 May by Nottingham Trent University at the impressive Clifton Campus. Places for the day were sought after and these were filled...

• UK Anti-Doping's Clean Sport Week

  25th May 2018

  Clean Sport Week 2018 (21-27 May) celebrates clean athletes and the hard work that goes into their success. BASES is committed to supporting sport and exercise science practitioners to actively contribute to clean...

• Physiology & Nutrition Division Day

  17th May 2018

  The second Physiology and Nutrition Divisional day was held at the University of Derby. We had a range of speakers with Professor Craig Twist (University of Chester) opening the day with his presentation on ‘The...

• BASES members support National Biomechanics Day

  15th May 2018

  BASES were proud to be sponsors of the 3rd Annual National Biomechanics Day - a world-wide celebration of biomechanics. As partners of the event, BASES encouraged members to celebrate the day by running their own...

• Ensuring the welfare of next-generation athletes

  3rd May 2018

  BASES is pleased to announce they are part of a group led by UK Coaching to ensure welfare of next-generation athletes. UK Coaching is leading a sport and physical activity industry-wide group to develop a set of...

• "The Great Debate" at the S&P Division Day

  1st May 2018

  Newman University was the place to be on Wednesday 25th April 2018, as two of the leading researchers in the world went head to head at the BASES Sport and Performance Division Day in a much anticipated debate...