Dr Stuart Miller

Profile

Having joined the Sport and Exercise Medicine group in 2018, my academic background is primarily within biomechanics, physiology and statistics. I graduated from Bath University (BSc Sport and Exercise Science) before completing my PhD at Brunel University (entitled “Mechanical factors affecting the estimation of tibialis anterior force using an EMG-driven modelling approach”). I have also been a fellow of the Higher Education Academy since 2012.

In sport, I have recently retired from coaching American Football where I spent ten years coaching the GB Men’s team through two European Championships, alongside coaching London Blitz, winning one European Club Championship and three National Championships.

At QMUL, I currently manage our Human Performance Lab, alongside teaching biomechanics, and providing statistical support to students and the SEM team. 

Module leader for:

• Biomechanics and Rehabilitation (iBSc module)
• Research Methods (MSc module)
• Research Project (MSc module) 

Medical pathway coordinator for the MSc Sport and Exercise Medicine.

Research

My research is focused broadly on understanding more about how the human body works, focusing on movement and control (“dexterity”) from a neuro-musculo-skeletal perspective. In doing so, I take two observation points; (1) the localised joint-system of a uni- or bi-articulating joint set-up and (2) the global whole-body system.

Being part of the sports and exercise team at Queen Mary University of London has allowed me to get a greater application of my research within specific populations with injuries and/or diseases. Currently, I am researching tendinopathy, knee injuries, and post-traumatic osteoarthritis.

Publications

• Gulle H, Morrissey D, Tayfur A et al. (2024). The association of demographic, psychological, social and activity factors with foot health in people with plantar heel pain. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1002/jfa2.70022

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Anwar E, Abeywardena S, Miller SC et al. (publicationYear). How Robots Can Support Balancing in Healthy People. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1109/tmrb.2024.3503913

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Boon AH, Jeffery AB, Shortland AP et al. (2024). Gait analysis knowledge and application amongst physiotherapists working with children and young people in the UK: A questionnaire study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2024.07.104

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/100634
• Suulker C, Greenway A, Skach S et al. (2024). Let Me Give You a Hand: Enhancing Human Grasp Force With a Soft Robotic Assistive Glove. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1109/lra.2024.3433202

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/98438
• Watson M, Coughlan D, Clement N et al. (2023). Biomechanical parameters of the golf swing associated with lower back pain: A systematic review. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2024.2319443

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/95238
• Adamson L, Vandamme L, Prior T et al. (2024). Running-Related Injury Incidence: Does It Correlate with Kinematic Sub-groups of Runners? A Scoping Review. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1007/s40279-023-01984-0

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/95239
• Cecamore M, Gaponov I, Miller SC et al. (2024). Design and Validation of a Haptic Ankle Platform for Physical Human-Machine Interaction. 2024 10th IEEE RAS/EMBS International Conference for Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics (BioRob)

  
  

  DOI: 10.1109/biorob60516.2024.10719789

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Anwar E, Abeywardena S, Miller SC et al. (2024). Design and Validation of a Wearable Robotic Tail for Human Balance Support. 2024 10th IEEE RAS/EMBS International Conference for Biomedical Robotics and Biomechatronics (BioRob)

  
  

  DOI: 10.1109/biorob60516.2024.10719748

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Bosnina F, Padhiar N, Miller S et al. (2023). Developing a diagnostic framework for patients presenting with Exercise Induced Leg Pain (EILP): a scoping review. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1186/s13047-023-00680-6

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/92348
• Abeywardena S, Anwar E, Miller SC et al. (2023). Mechanical characterisation of supernumerary robotic tails for human balance augmentation. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1115/1.4063094

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/90097
• Bulzing RAV, Miller SC, Oliveira CG (2024). There is no bilateral deficit of torque and rate of torque development of knee extensors during isometric exertion when measured by two independent isokinetic machines. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1007/s11332-023-01088-2

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/95241
• Lack SD, Bartholomew C, North T et al. (publicationYear). The effects of a two-week neuromuscular intervention on biopsychosocial variables in people with patellofemoral pain: an observational study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2023.1087061

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/88345
• Gulle H, Morrissey D, Tan XL et al. (2023). Predicting the outcome of plantar heel pain in adults: a systematic review of prognostic factors. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1186/s13047-023-00626-y

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/95240
• Tayfur A, Şendil A, Sezik AÇ et al. (2023). Self-reported bio-psycho-social factors partially distinguish patellar tendinopathy from other knee problems and explain patellar tendinopathy severity in jumping athletes: A case-control study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2023.02.009

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/85595
• Tayfur B, Charuphongsa C, Morrissey D et al. (2023). Neuromuscular joint function in knee osteoarthritis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2022.101662

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78011
• Neal BS, Miller SC, Goodall A et al. (2022). Variables associated with successful outcome after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction in recreational athletes: A prospective cohort study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2022.08.017

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/83418
• Delen M, Şendil A, Kaux J et al. (2023). Self‐reported bio‐psycho‐social factors partially distinguish rotator cuff tendinopathy from other shoulder problems and explain shoulder severity: A case‐control study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1002/msc.1679

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/88027
• Alsaleh SA, Murphy N, Miller SC et al. (2022). Corrigendum to “Local neuromuscular characteristics associated with patellofemoral pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis”[Clinical Biomechanics 90 (2021) 105509]. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2022.105718

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/83419
• Abeywardena S, Anwar E, Miller S et al. (2022). Human balance augmentation via a supernumerary robotic tail. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1109/embc48229.2022.9871317

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/81882
• Delen M, Şendil A, Jean-François K et al. (2022). Do bio-psycho-social self-reported factors distinguish rotator cuff tendinopathy from other shoulder problems and explain shoulder severity? A case–control study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2021.12.028

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78010
• Tayfur A, Sendil A, Sezik AC et al. (2022). Self-reported bio-psycho-social factors partially distinguish patellar tendinopathy from other knee problems and explain severity in jumping athletes: A case–control study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2021.12.052

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78012
• Gulle H, Prior T, Coskunsu DK et al. (2022). The association of demographic, psychological, social and activity factors with foot health in people with plantar heel pain: Case-control study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2021.12.261

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78009
• BLAUWET CA, CHAKRAVERTY J, DERMAN W et al. (2022). Shoulder Pain, Function, and Ultrasound-Determined Structure in Elite Wheelchair-Using Para Athletes: An Observational Study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000002875

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78014
• Alsaleh S, Murphy N, Miller SC et al. (2022). 100 Local neuromuscular characteristics associated with patellofemoral pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Abstracts

  
  

  DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-sportskongres.19

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Gulle H, Prior T, Miller S et al. (2022). 193 Can we predict the outcome for recovery of plantar heel pain? An international prospective cohort study. Abstracts

  
  

  DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-sportskongres.40

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/95242
• Tayfur A, Zenner D, Miller SC et al. (2022). Outcome predictors for recovery of patellar tendinopathy in jumping athletes: an international prospective cohort study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2022-sportskongres.9

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/77362
• Alsaleh SA, Murphy NA, Miller SC et al. (2021). Local neuromuscular characteristics associated with patellofemoral pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2021.105509

  
  

  QMRO: https://qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/76944
• Wilson LJ, Dimitriou L, Hills FA et al. (2021). Cold Water Immersion Offers No Functional or Perceptual Benefit Compared to a Sham Intervention During a Resistance Training Program.. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000004097

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/78013
• Gulle H, Prior T, Miller S et al. (2021). Online questionnaire, clinical and biomechanical measurements for outcome prediction of plantar heel pain: feasibility for a cohort study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1186/s13047-021-00472-w

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/71601
• Tayfur B, Charuphongsa C, Morrissey D et al. (2021). Neuromuscular Function of the Knee Joint Following Knee Injuries: Does It Ever Get Back to Normal? A Systematic Review with Meta-Analyses. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1007/s40279-020-01386-6

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/69099
• Canfer RJ, Chaudry S, Miller SC (2021). Thermographic assessment of the immediate and short term-effects of blood flow restriction exercise on Achilles tendon skin temperature. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2021.01.009

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/76311
• Okholm Kryger K, Mutamba K, Mitchell S et al. (2021). Physical performance and perception of foot discomfort during a soccer-specific match simulation. A comparison of football boots. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2020.1856461

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/71983
• Tayfur A, Salles JI, Miller SC et al. (2020). Patellar tendinopathy outcome predictors in jumping athletes: feasibility of measures for a cohort study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.05.004

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/73123
• Tayfur B, Morrissey D, Miller SC (2020). How does neuromuscular function change over time following knee injuries? a systematic review and meta-analysis. OARSI 2020 World Congress on Osteoarthritis

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2020.02.360

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Tayfur B, Morrissey D, Miller SC (2020). Neuromuscular alterations in knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. OARSI 2020 World Congress on Osteoarthritis

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2020.02.357

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Neal BS, Lack SD, Barton CJ et al. (2020). Is markerless, smart phone recorded two-dimensional video a clinically useful measure of relevant lower limb kinematics in runners with patellofemoral pain? A validity and reliability study. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2020.02.004

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/64874
• Li J, Lu Y, Miller SC et al. (2019). Development of a finite element musculoskeletal model with the ability to predict contractions of three-dimensional muscles. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2019.07.042

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/61561
• Smith E, Wilkinson K, Wyatt S et al. (2019). Reference curves for a fitness battery developed for children ages 5-12 years in England. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.7752/jpes.2019.s4215

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/63259
• Neal BS, Lack SD, Barton CJ et al. (2019). Is Two-Dimensional Video A Valid And Reliable Measure Of Three-Dimensional Kinematics In Runners With Patellofemoral Pain?. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.12968/ijtr.2019.26.6.9

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Neal BS, Miller S, Small C et al. (2019). Predictors Of Outcome Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective Cohort Study In Uk Sports Medicine. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.12968/ijtr.2019.26.6.7

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Neal B, Lack S, Barton C et al. (2019). 29 Is two-dimensional video a valid and reliable measure of three-dimensional kinematics in runners with patellofemoral pain?. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2019-scandinavianabs.29

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• MILLER SC, KORFF T, WAUGH C et al. (2015). Tibialis Anterior Moment Arm: Effects of Measurement Errors and Assumptions. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000000399

  
  

  QMRO: https://uat2-qmro.qmul.ac.uk/xmlui/handle/123456789/69733
• Maloney SJ, Turner AN, Miller S (2014). Acute effects of a loaded warm-up protocol on change of direction speed in professional badminton players.. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1123/jab.2014-0048

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Blazevich AJ, Cannavan D, Waugh CM et al. (2014). Range of motion, neuromechanical, and architectural adaptations to plantar flexor stretch training in humans. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00204.2014

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Read PJ, Miller SC, Turner AN (2013). The Effects of Postactivation Potentiation on Golf Club Head Speed. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0b013e3182711c60

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Nightingale SC, Miller S, Turner A (2013). The Usefulness and Reliability of Fitness Testing Protocols for Ice Hockey Players. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1519/jsc.0b013e3182736948

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Fath F, Blazevich AJ, Waugh CM et al. (2013). Interactive effects of joint angle, contraction state and method on estimates of achilles tendon moment arms.. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1123/jab.29.2.241

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Turner A, Miller S, Stewart P et al. (2013). Strength and Conditioning for Fencing. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1519/ssc.0b013e31826e7283

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Stewart PF, Turner AN, Miller SC (2014). Reliability, factorial validity, and interrelationships of five commonly used change of direction speed tests. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1111/sms.12019

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Blazevich AJ, Cannavan D, Waugh CM et al. (2012). Neuromuscular factors influencing the maximum stretch limit of the human plantar flexors. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00882.2012

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Turner A, Baker E, Miller S (2011). Increasing the Impact Force of the Rear Hand Punch. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1519/ssc.0b013e318232fdcb

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Blazevich AJ, Kay AD, Waugh C et al. (2012). Plantarflexor stretch training increases reciprocal inhibition measured during voluntary dorsiflexion. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1152/jn.00407.2011

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref
• Fath F, Blazevich AJ, Waugh CM et al. (2010). Direct comparison of in vivo Achilles tendon moment arms obtained from ultrasound and MR scans. nameOfConference

  
  

  DOI: 10.1152/japplphysiol.00656.2010

  
  

  QMRO: qmroHref

Collaborators

Internal

• Dr Ildar Farkhatdinov
• Professor Francesco Dell'Accio

External

• Professor Anthony Blazevich