Institute of Sport Sciences, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education, Katowice, Poland
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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Adam Maszczyk embarked on his academic journey with a Master of Science in Physical Education from the Academy of Physical Education (AWF) in Katowice in 1987. Recognizing the power of quantitative research, he complemented his sports science background with postgraduate studies in Multivariate Statistics and IT at the University of Economics (1999–2001). He continued his scholarly progression at AWF Katowice, earning a Ph.D. in 2007 and achieving his D.Sc. (habilitation) and professorship in Physical Culture Sciences in 2014. This robust foundation in both theoretical and applied science laid the groundwork for his future research endeavors in sport sciences.
👨🏫 Professional Endeavors
Prof. Maszczyk has held multiple significant academic and administrative positions. Since 2021, he has been a Full Professor in the Department of Sport Theory at AWF Katowice. He has also served as the Director of the Doctoral School and Head of the Department of Methodology, Statistics, and IT since 2011. Furthermore, he contributes to academic publishing as the Technical and Statistical Editor of the Journal of Human Kinetics. These roles highlight his deep involvement in shaping academic frameworks, curricula, and scientific publication standards.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Prof. Maszczyk's research centers on advanced modeling, neurofeedback, EMG and EEG analysis, and strength training methodologies, with a strong emphasis on applying computational and statistical methods in sport sciences. His work notably merges neural and physiological data with performance metrics, pushing the boundaries of how sports performance and cognition are analyzed. His pioneering studies on neurofeedback, resistance training, and neural motivation have appeared in high-ranking journals such as Biology of Sport, Biomed Research International, and the Journal of Human Kinetics.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Prof. Maszczyk has authored 107 scientific articles, including 71 in Impact Factor journals with a total Impact Factor of 176.609. His work has been cited over 2,139 times, reflecting a significant academic footprint. With an h-index of 30, his research shows sustained influence and relevance. He has also earned 6,408 MNiSW points, demonstrating exceptional recognition within the Polish academic evaluation system. His expertise has been sought globally, leading to international fellowships at prestigious institutions such as St. Mary's University in London, Charles University in Prague, Palacky University in Olomouc, and Miami University in the USA.
📈 Academic Citations
With over 2,139 citations, Prof. Maszczyk's research resonates across disciplines. His studies have informed methodologies in sports neuroscience, strength conditioning, and performance analysis. His paper on neurofeedback for balance (Biology of Sport, 2018) and his EEG-based motivation analysis (Biology of Sport, 2019) are especially impactful, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical applications in high-performance sports.
💻 Technical Skills
A highly skilled analyst, Prof. Maszczyk is proficient in data analysis, multivariate statistics, modeling techniques, and a range of software platforms including MS Office, SIMPLE.ERP, and SOWA SQL. His expertise in integrating statistical tools with sports data has led to novel findings in performance science, particularly in neural and muscular activation modeling using AI and machine learning methods.
👨🏫 Teaching Experience
With decades of teaching at the undergraduate and doctoral levels, Prof. Maszczyk has mentored numerous students and researchers. As Director of the Doctoral School, he supervises emerging scholars, fostering academic excellence and methodological rigor. His ability to simplify complex statistical concepts and apply them to real-world sports challenges makes him a respected educator in physical education and sports science.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
Prof. Adam Maszczyk’s legacy lies in the integration of neuroscience with sport performance, bringing computational intelligence to the field of physical culture. As a visionary academic, he continues to bridge gaps between disciplines, mentor the next generation of researchers, and innovate methodologies in performance diagnostics. Future research under his guidance is likely to explore deeper applications of AI, brain-computer interfaces, and real-time biofeedback systems in athletic training and rehabilitation.
📚 Selected Publications
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Title: Neurofeedback for balance
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Authors: Maszczyk A., Gołaś A., Maszczyk A.A., Pietraszewski P., Roczniok R., Zając A., Stanula A.
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Journal: Biology of Sport
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Year: 2018
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Title: Resistance training in bench press
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Authors: Maszczyk A., Wilk M., Krzysztofik M., Gepfert M., Zając A., Gołaś A.
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Journal: Biology of Sport
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Year: 2020
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Title: Effects of health training on body composition and biochemical parameters in overweight women
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Authors: Pilch W., Szyguła Z., Cisoń T., Nowak-Starz G., Kortas J., Zych M., Maszczyk A.
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Journal: BioMed Research International
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Year: 2017
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Title: Application of neural networks in the analysis of surface EMG signals in sport
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Authors: Maszczyk A., Gołaś A., Pietraszewski P., Roczniok R., Zając A.
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Journal: South African Journal for Research in Sport, Physical Education and Recreation (SAJRSPER)
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Year: 2016
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Title: The use of EEG to evaluate motivation
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Authors: Maszczyk A., Gołaś A., Krzysztofik M., Wilk M., Zając A., Dukaczewska A.
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Journal: Biology of Sport
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Year: 2019