• Project: Investigate the effects of micronutrient supplementation (e.g, Magnesium Glycinate, Omega-3, Collagen peptide) on athlete recovery, training consistency, and performance.
  • Supported by: Sports Performance Research Institute NZ (SPRINZ), PILLAR Performance (micronutrition)

 

Key Research Objectives:

  • Examine Magnesium glycinate and others effects on heart rate variability (HRV), sleep, and recovery in athletes.
  • Investigate Omega-3's role in muscle soreness, protein resynthesis, and recovery.
  • Study collagen peptide supplementation's impact on tendon integrity and training consistency.

 

Scholarship Details:

  • Value: $60,000 NZD. $30,000 to cover PhD tuition fees, $30,000 (3 x $10,000 over 3 years) stipend (un-taxed) to the successful applicant.
  • Location: AUT Millennium, New Zealand
  • Supervisor: Dr. Daniel Plews

 

Application

Applicants must complete the AUT Scholarship application form and provide a personal statement and documentation addressing point by point the conditions of appointment as outlined below. If your previous study was completed at a university other than AUT please also supply a copy of your academic transcripts,  a brief CV containing contact details (maximum 2 pages) and a covering letter.

Reports from two academic referees are also required and must be sent directly and confidentially to the Scholarships Office.

Eligibility:

  • MSc in Sport/Exercise Science or related field.
  • Research experience, endurance training knowledge, data analysis skills.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.

 

Application Deadline: 28/02/25.

Start Date: Dependent on AUT enrolment and visa (if required).



Email your application to: scholarships@aut.ac.nz