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Academic Biography
Dr Jonathan Robinson is a Senior Lecturer in Research Methods at Teesside University. He came to work within the School of Health and Life Sciences following the completion of a BSc in Sports Therapy, an MSc in Physiotherapy, and a PhD in Rehabilitation. Jonathan was awarded a Doctoral Scholarship within the University in 2009 and his PhD thesis is titled ' The Effects of Exergaming Technology on Postural Sway, User-Acceptance and Flow Experience in People with Multiple Sclerosis'.
During his PhD Jonathan acted as a physiotherapy researcher on a number of research projects, investigating the effects of textured insoles in people with Multiple Sclerosis.
Jonathan teaches research methods and statistical analysis across a range of clinical programmes such as Nursing, Radiography, Paramedic Practice, Occupational Therapy, Dental Practice, and Physiotherapy, from BSc to Doctoral degrees. Jonathan has a particular interest in the Systematic Review methodology and leads on several modules focused on the completion of Systematic Reviews, as well as delivers internal and external workshops on this process.
Jonathan has been the Postgraduate Tutor in the School of Health and Life Sciences since 2018 - and is responsible for processing PhD applications submitted to the School, supporting current PhD students at annual review, as well as offering pastoral care. Jonathan also sits on the Postgraduate Research Assessment Board.
In 2023, Jonathan was awarded an 'Outstanding Teaching' award after being nominated by Teesside University students. He was shortlisted from 60 staff nominations across the University.
Summary of Research Interests
Jonathan's research interests are based around the relatively new concept of exergaming – the use of computer gaming technology as an exercise or rehabilitation tool. Through the completion of his PhD, these interests have extended out to clinical groups; specifically, people with Multiple Sclerosis.
Topics of interest include:
- Exergaming
- Virtual rehabilitation
- Active Video Games or AVGs
- Exercise in Multiple Sclerosis in general
- Balance Training
Additional research interests:
- Clinician Burnout
- Sleeping Patterns
Academic Responsibilities
- Module Leader
- Postgraduate Tutor
External Roles and Professional Activities
- Advisor for the NIHR Research Design Service North East & North Cumbria (NENC)
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, The effects of exergaming technology on postural sway, user-acceptance and flow experience in people with multiple sclerosis, Teesside University
Award Date: 16 Oct 2015
Master, Master of Science (MSc), Physiotherapy, Teesside University
Award Date: 1 Oct 2009
Bachelor, Bachelor of Science (BSc), Sports Therapy, Teesside University
Award Date: 2 Oct 2006
External positions
Peer-reviewer for the academic journal Gait & Posture.
Peer-reviewer for the academic journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience.
Advisor for the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Research Design Service, North East & North Cumbria (NENC).., NIHR
A member of the Postgraduate Research Assessment Board, Teesside University.
A member of the SHLS Research & Innovation Sub-Committee.
Postgraduate Tutor within the School.
A member of the Research Centre for Rehabilitation.
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Virtual Reality for Rehabilitation: VR4LongCovid Rehab
Martin, D. (PI), Ryan, C. (CoI), Harrison, S. (CoI), Robinson, J. (CoI) & Nixon, C. (CoI)
1/03/21 → 30/09/23
Project: Research
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Developing an audit tool for mapping training for suicide and self-harm
Giles, E. (CoI), Barker, J. (PI), Ramtohul, A. (CoI), Fishburn, S. (CoI), Robinson, J. (CoI) & Hodgson, J. (CoI)
1/03/21 → 30/06/21
Project: Research
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Rapid scoping review of evidence of best practice in the design and delivery of self-harm and suicide prevention training
Barker, J. (PI), Giles, E. (PI), Byrnes, K. (CoI), Lilley, R. (RA), Fishburn, S. (CoI), Ramtohul, A. (CoI), McGeechan, G. (CoI), Thompson, P. (CoI), Robinson, J. (CoI) & Hodgson, J. (CoI)
22/09/20 → 19/02/21
Project: Research
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Application of occupational justice concepts to parents and children, when children are born preterm, or admitted to a neonatal intensive care unit: A scoping review.
Carruthers, K. (PI), Hannis, D. (PI), Robinson, J. (CoI) & Armstrong, A. (CoI)
1/05/22 → …
Project: Research
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Infection prevention and control measures and recommendations for preterm infants discharged into the community: a scoping review.
Carruthers, K. (PI), Hannis, D. (PI), Robinson, J. (CoI) & Armstrong, A. (CoI)
1/03/21 → …
Project: Research
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Comparing physiological and psychological effects of virtual reality vs. traditional high-intensity interval training in healthy individuals: results from a preliminary pilot randomised controlled trial
Robinson, J. & Razak, M. H. B. A., 23 Jan 2025, In: Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy. 30, 1, 11 p., 7.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Physiological and Psychological Effects of Virtual Reality Vs. Traditional HIIT In Healthy Individuals: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial
Razak, M. H. B. A. & Robinson, J., 27 Jun 2024. 1 p.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
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Omega-3 & Aspirin Boost in Periodontal Therapy for Type II Diabetes: A Systematic Review
Walker, E., Franklin, J. & Robinson, J., 10 Oct 2024, medRxiv.Research output: Working paper › Preprint
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Ultrasound and blind endometrial sampling for detection of endometrial cancer in women with postmenopausal bleeding
Vikram , S., Robinson, J., Thanawala , T., Franklin, J., Boeckstaens , S., Hall , M., Adegboyega , F., Padwick , M. & Stanciu , P., 20 Jun 2024, In: The Cochrane database of systematic reviews.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The humbled pivoting voyeur and the shelved and boxed grieving parent - a story of real-time qualitative research in the COVID-19 pandemic
Carruthers, K., Hannis, D., Robinson, J. & Armstrong, A., 14 Jul 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Journal of Neonatal Nursing.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile77 Downloads (Pure)
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Infection prevention and control measures for preterm infants discharged into the community: a scoping review protocol
Hannis, D. (Creator), Robinson, J. (Creator), Armstrong, A. (Creator) & Carruthers, K. (Creator), figshare, 2023
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.c.6638482.v1, https://springernature.figshare.com/collections/Infection_prevention_and_control_measures_for_preterm_infants_discharged_into_the_community_a_scoping_review_protocol/6638482/1
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Infection prevention and control measures for preterm infants discharged into the community: a scoping review protocol
Hannis, D. (Creator), Robinson, J. (Creator), Armstrong, A. (Creator) & Carruthers, K. (Creator), figshare, 2023
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.c.6638482, https://springernature.figshare.com/collections/Infection_prevention_and_control_measures_for_preterm_infants_discharged_into_the_community_a_scoping_review_protocol/6638482
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Additional file 1 of Infection prevention and control measures for preterm infants discharged into the community: a scoping review protocol
Hannis, D. (Creator), Robinson, J. (Creator), Armstrong, A. (Creator) & Carruthers, K. (Creator), figshare, 2023
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.22790590.v1, https://springernature.figshare.com/articles/dataset/Additional_file_1_of_Infection_prevention_and_control_measures_for_preterm_infants_discharged_into_the_community_a_scoping_review_protocol/22790590/1
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Additional file 1 of Infection prevention and control measures for preterm infants discharged into the community: a scoping review protocol
Carruthers, K. (Creator), Hannis, D. (Creator), Robinson, J. (Creator) & Armstrong, A. (Creator), figshare, 2023
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.22790590, https://springernature.figshare.com/articles/dataset/Additional_file_1_of_Infection_prevention_and_control_measures_for_preterm_infants_discharged_into_the_community_a_scoping_review_protocol/22790590
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sj-pdf-1-bjo-10.1177_03080226211018150 – Supplemental Material for The effect of sensory discrimination training on sensorimotor performance in individuals with central neurological conditions: A systematic review
Taylor, S. C. (Creator), McKenna, C. (Creator), Kent, J. (Creator), Jess, M.-A. (Contributor), Robinson, J. R. (Creator), Dixon, J. (Creator) & Ryan, C. (Creator), SAGE Journals, 2021
DOI: 10.25384/sage.14602859.v1, https://doi.org/10.25384%2Fsage.14602859.v1
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Thesis
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The effects of exergaming technology on postural sway, user-acceptance and flow experience in people with multiple sclerosis
Robinson, J. (Author), Martin, D. (Supervisor), Dixon, J. (Supervisor), Van Schaik, P. (Supervisor) & MacSween, A. (Supervisor), Mar 2015Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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