CONGRATULATIONS!

JIANGXI AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY

In 2019, a partnership was established between Jiangxi Province and Sabah, resulting in the formation of a tripartite research team from Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Universiti Sains Malaysia, and Jiangxi Agricultural University. This team is committed to the project "Promotion of Sustainable Green Control Technology for Urban and Vector Pests in Sabah," which aims to enhance the local natural environment and improve public health outcomes in the region.

BADMINTON WORLD FEDERATION SPORT SCIENCE RESEARCH GRANTS 2024/25

A variety of factors influence human potential. Most of the badminton research has focused on the influence of nurture, specifically environmental factors including training intensity, footwear, and food intake. There has been very little research on the impact of nature or intrinsic elements, namely athletes' genetic profiles. In our previous observation study, we discovered that genetic predispositions (ACTN3 R/X and BDNF Val66Met) may have a substantial impact on predicting vulnerability to certain types of injuries. This suggests that athletes with distinct variations of the ACTN3 R/X and BDNF Val66Met genes may predispose athletes to a higher or lower risk of injuries while playing badminton. Ensuring the prevention of injuries is of utmost importance for athletes of all skill levels, especially recreational badminton players. While general injury prevention programs may be effective to some extent, they may not fully account for the genetic predispositions (ACTN3 R/X and BDNF Val66Met) that influence injury susceptibility and training responsiveness in badminton players. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of these genetic characteristics and their consequences for injury prevention and performance optimisation is essential for increasing athlete care and improving overall player safety. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effectiveness of personalised exercise training programmes, based on individual genetic profiles, in reducing the likelihood of injuries and improving overall player safety and performance. This project intends to enhance injury prevention efforts in recreational badminton players by customising techniques based on genetic data. The goal is to optimise these strategies to match the specific demands and vulnerabilities of each individual, thereby encouraging long-term health and well-being in the sport.