Sandy Brauer
Professor · UQ Experts (university-wide) · The University of Queensland
Quick answer: Sandy Brauer is Professor at The University of Queensland. Sandy Brauer shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-17.
⭐ Measurement and rehabilitation of the shoulder and upper limb
We are seeking up to two PhD candidates eligible for a UQ Graduate School Scholarship, Australia to undertake a PhD in the area of measurement of upper limb motion and use. The project is part of an Industrial Transformation Training Centre (ITTC) funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) and led by researchers at Queensland Univ
Research interests
Research to improve balance and gait in older adults and those with Neurological Disorders.
Impaired postural control, or poor balance, can have devastating effects on the lives of individuals, resulting in falls, dependence, and reduced quality of life. Prof Brauer leads a number of studies to better understand the underlying motor control mechanisms contributing to altered postural control, particularly in populations with neurological disorders or advanced age, and use this information to better develop physiotherapy assessment techniques and rehabilitation strategies. This research has subsequently developed to encompass prevention strategies and the investigation of the cost-effectiveness of intervention, to better facilitate the translation of research evidence into clinical practice.
Current research themes include:
Improving physical activity after stroke
Training dual tasking when walking in people with Parkinson’s Disease.
Community mobility in older adults, particularly in people with Parkinson’s Disease and stroke.
Retraining reaching following stroke, using the SMART Arm device.
The prevention of falls, particularly in hospitals.
Clinical sciences, Sports science and exercise
Selected publications (since 2023)
[2026] Journal Article: A systematic review of early neuroimaging and neurophysiological biomarkers for post-stroke mobility prognostication
[2026] Journal Article: Meaningful participation for people with stroke: a systematic review of qualitative studies
[2026] Journal Article: A mixed methods study exploring factors that impact physiotherapy participation for people with Parkinson’s disease
[2026] Journal Article: Aerobic exercise increases brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) in sub-acute stroke: a randomized controlled trial
[2025] Conference Publication: A systematic review of early neuroimaging and neurophysiological biomarkers of long-term mobility recovery post-stroke
[2025] Conference Publication: Understanding meaningful participation after stroke: a qualitative systematic r
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandy Brauer hiring PhD students at The University of Queensland?
Yes. As of 2026-09-17, Sandy Brauer's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Measurement and rehabilitation of the shoulder and upper limb
We are seeking up to two PhD candidates eligible for a UQ Graduate School Scholarship, Australia to undertake a PhD in the area of measur.
What does Sandy Brauer research?
Research to improve balance and gait in older adults and those with Neurological Disorders.
Impaired postural control, or poor balance, can have devastating effects on the lives of individuals, resulting in falls, dependence, and reduced quality of life. Prof Brauer leads a number of studies to bet
Data last updated: 2026-09-17 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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