Personal profile
Biography
I joined the University of Portsmouth in March, where I began my journey as a Research Assistant. Over the years, I have advanced to a senior lecturing position in Sport, Exercise, and Health. Within this field, my teaching and research revolves around occupational physiology and strength and conditioning.
Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed organisations, including the: Army, Navy and RAF, Energy Institute, G+ Offshore Wind Health and Safety Organisation, RNLI, and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
Before joining the University of Portsmouth, I spent four years as a Scientific Officer specialising in occupational physiology at the Environmental Medicine Unit within the Institute of Naval Medicine (INM). This experience provided me with a solid foundation and comprehensive understanding of this specific field.
In addition to my academic and professional achievements, I am an accredited BASES Physiologist and Supervisor and Chartered Scientist since 2006.
Research Interests
My research focuses on occupational physiology specifically designing, implementing and training of physical employment standards for the Military, RNLI, HM Coastguards and the Oil and Gas Industry and the impact of age, sex and extreme environments on the ability of individuals to perform their job.
Teaching Responsibilities
Presently, I have the privilege of serving as the Departmental Director of Postgraduate Research (DDPGR) while also fulfilling the role of Module Coordinator for our L5 Strength and Conditioning for Sport, Exercise, and Health. These positions allow me to contribute to the academic and professional growth of our students in the field.
Education/Academic qualification
Other, Level 3 award in Exercise Referral , Wright Foundation
Award Date: 1 Sept 2015
Other, Fellow of Higher Education – The Higher Education Academy , Higher Education Academy
Award Date: 1 Sept 2013
Ph.D., Fitness Standards for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the Oil and Gas Industry, University of Portsmouth
Award Date: 24 May 2013
Level 3 award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement (QCF), Edexcel
Award Date: 1 Sept 2012
CSci, Exercise Physiologist, The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Award Date: 1 Sept 2009
Other, BASES Accredited Physiology - Research, The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Award Date: 1 Sept 2004
Master of Science, Sport and Exercise Physiology, University of Chichester
Award Date: 1 Sept 2003
BSc (Hons), Sport and Exercise Science, University of Chichester
Award Date: 31 May 2002
External positions
Strength and Conditioning Coach, Worthing Rugby Football Club
2 Jul 2010 → …
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Designing movement-rich environments: evaluating the Skills Garden for physical activity promotion
Gower, J., Navarro, M., Milligan, G., O’Halloran, J. & Savelsbergh, G., 20 Aug 2025, In: Brazilian Journal of Motor Behavior. 19, 1, 10 p., e473.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Establishing suitable bra characteristics for tactical athletes: a mixed-method multi-study approach
Paines, E., Milligan, G., Tipton, M., Roberts, A., Rawcliffe, A. & Burbage, J., 15 Dec 2025, (Early online) In: Sports Medicine. 17 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Police fitness: an international perspective on current and future challenges
Orr, R., Canetti, E. F. D., Gough, S., Macdonald, K., Dulla, J., Lockie, R. G., Dawes, J. J., Blacker, S. D., Milligan, G. S. & Schram, B., 7 Jul 2025, In: Sports. 13, 7, 15 p., 219.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The impact of statistical choice on variability and error in maximal respiratory mouth pressure testing
Lomax, M., Osofa, E.-J., Armstrong, N., Tipton, M. & Milligan, G., 25 May 2025, (Accepted for publication) In: Experimental Physiology.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The use of video feedback as a facet of performance analysis: an integrative review
Pearson, A. W., Webb, T., Milligan, G. & Miller-Dicks, M., 28 May 2025, In: International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology. 18, 1, p. 417-439Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Thesis
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Fitness Standards for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the oil and gas industry
Milligan, G. (Author), Tipton, M. (Supervisor), House, J. R. (Supervisor) & Corbett, J. (Supervisor), 18 Apr 2013Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis
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Projects
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MCA - Maritime and Coastguard Agency: Validating the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) fitness standards
Milligan, G. (PI) & Tipton, M. (CoI)
1/10/24 → 31/07/25
Project: Research
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G+ Floating offshore wind motion dynamics and impacts on personnel workstream support –OW2307
Milligan, G. (PI) & Tipton, M. (CoI)
1/09/23 → 31/12/23
Project: Research
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The Use Of Wearable Technology To Monitor Health In RAF Personnel
Milligan, G. (PI) & Tipton, M. (CoI)
1/02/23 → 31/01/25
Project: Research
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Biomechanical analyses of selected gait characteristics in response to load carriage exercise
Lomax, M. (PI), Osofa, J. (CoI), Milligan, G. (CoI) & Tipton, M. (CoI)
1/11/22 → 1/01/23
Project: Research
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Respiratory Muscle Fatigue and Military Performance
Lomax, M. (PI), Tipton, M. (CoI) & Milligan, G. (CoI)
30/09/22 → 31/03/24
Project: Research
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Presentation at the 4th International Conference of Physical Employment Standards
Milligan, G. (Speaker)
25 May 2025Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Presentation at the 4th International Conference of Physical Employment Standards
Milligan, G. (Speaker)
23 Feb 2025Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Invited Presentation
Milligan, G. (Speaker)
7 Dec 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Oral presentation (co-author) to the International Congress on Soldier Performance in London
Osofa, J. (Speaker), Lomax, M. (Speaker), Armstrong, N. (Speaker), Milligan, G. (Speaker) & Tipton, M. (Speaker)
14 Sept 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
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Closing address
Milligan, G. (Speaker)
26 May 2023Activity: Talk or presentation types › Oral presentation
Prizes
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XIV ICEE 2nd Place Student Award - Poster Presentation
Milligan, G. (Recipient), Jul 2011
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Press/Media
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Offshore Wind Ladder Climbing
Milligan, G., Tipton, M. & O'Halloran, J.
12/01/23
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Research cited