Professor Kirsty Elliott-Sale is an internationally recognised expert in female endocrinology and exercise physiology, with over two decades of experience researching women’s health and performance. Her work focuses on the menstrual cycle, hormonal contraception, menstrual dysfunction, and pregnancy in athletic, occupational (e.g: military) and clinical populations.
Kirsty has authored more than 120 peer-reviewed publications and is committed to improving research and practice standards in women’s sport. She regularly collaborates with leading organisations including the UK Sports Institute, UEFA, FIFPRO, and the Women’s Tennis Association, as well as elite teams such as Arsenal Women’s Football Team and West Ham Women’s Football Team.
She currently leads the Centre of Excellence for Women in Sport at Manchester Metropolitan University, driving innovation and impact in female athlete research.
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