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Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ's Advanced Wellbeing Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Centre is a world leading centre for physical activity research and innovation, located at the heart of the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park.

We employ a unique model of co-location and collaboration, bringing researchers from multiple academic disciplines together with professional services staff, industry, local communities, local authorities, charities and the health and technology sectors to address global challenges relating to physical activity and human movement.

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AWRC Welcomes the NHS 10-Year Plan

The Advanced Wellbeing Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ Centre welcomes the publication of the Government’s NHS 10-Year Plan and its commitment to transforming healthcare for future generations.

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Delivering the Prevention Legacy for the NHS: Innovations that Help People Move

Drawing on innovative research from the AWRC, this new report sets out how physical activity can help drive the UK Government’s prevention ambitions, reduce health inequalities, and support economic growth.

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AWRC Leadership Team

Rob Copeland

Professor Rob Copeland

Director

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Clare Boot

Clare Boot

Associate Director

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Jason Brannan

Deputy Director

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