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A study by the Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä showed for the first time that muscles “remember” training at the protein level.

A recent study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä shows that parents’ sports club participation during childhood is associated with the sports club participation of their children.

Researchers have shown for the first time that genetic predisposition to sedentary behaviour is associated with a higher risk of developing the most common cardiovascular diseases.

Sakari Taipale

Researchers have developed an innovative ratiometric fluorosensor. The sensor can be used as a novel viral RNA sensing platform which offers a much-needed possibility to detect real-time viral RNA appearance during infection.

New research from the University of Jyväskylä reveals that music can make exercise feel easier, boost endurance, and help build lasting movement habits.

Movi, the Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication, was actively involved in the Talent Boost project at the University of Jyväskylä. The developed practices and services made use of Movi's experience and expertise.

Even if students are committed to their studies, this does not necessarily improve their academic performance and 'studyholism' can even be detrimental to well-being and performance.

Research collaboration brings added value to companies, writes Pasi Raiskinmäki, vice rector responsible for social interaction and and partnerships at the University of Jyväskylä.

A study followed the development of children’s motor skills over a three-year period, from early childhood education to school age. Even 30 minutes of outdoor time after a day at childcare makes a difference.

Physical activity is seen as a way to extend the human lifespan, but Finnish twin studies found the benefits of physical activity for longevity may not be as straightforward as has been previously thought.

The results of QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 have been released. Among the University of Jyväskylä’s disciplines, sport and health sciences remained in the world’s top 100 with a ranking of 47th.