Purdue University Sports Engineering Professional Master's Program

Our first student spotlight this semester is Alexandra Rudolph! Alexandra Rudolph is from Los Altos, CA. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science with minors in Neuroscience and Data Science from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Along with being a full time student, she was also a varsity athlete on the swim team for all four years! Her background as a collegiate athlete has instilled in her a drive to excel and a deep fascination with human potential, particularly in the sports world. Combining her experience in the lab and the pool, she's dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation to help athletes reach their peak performance. "I chose Purdue Sports Engineering because it is a perfect intersection of all my undergraduate studies. I wanted to connect all these topics and found that this is really the only program of its kind and happens to also be a top ranked engineering school with unmatched resources and support." Her favorite thing about the program so far are the real-world applications available such as getting to work with a sports team or hearing from guest speakers who are well established in the world of sports innovation.

In honor of the #Olympics, did you know Purdue offers one of the only Sports Engineering degrees in the country? https://lnkd.in/dABRUevH Hear more from the founder of the program, Jan-Anders Mansson: https://lnkd.in/gHZmKJ2M

"Self-cooling turf could make sweltering sports more bearable. This artificial turf captures rainwater to reduce surface temperatures and improve drainage" as explained in a recent article from Popular Science. Find out more: https://ow.ly/Nz4b50SAvCH #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

"From smart-enabled match balls and artificial intelligence to cryogenic recovery chambers, soccer is being transformed by the cutting-edge technology available to players, coaches and officials" as noted in a recent AP article. "That much has been evident at Euro 2024, where advancements in areas such as equipment and sports science have been deployed on and off the field, designed to improve the game, the fan experience and player welfare." Learn about the technology being used: https://ow.ly/oS5F50SuAhE #PurdueUniversity #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

"“If you don’t have a level playing field, it will never be Olympic,” explains Jan-Anders Mansson, Distinguished Professor of Materials and Chemical Engineering and executive director of Purdue’s Ray Ewry Sports Engineering Center (RESEC)." "That’s where Mansson and his RESEC team have been able to help, collaborating with the International Olympic Committee – IOC and cycling federation to tackle the sport’s engineering and cybersecurity issues so that the virtual competitive environment is both fair and secure." Find out more as Purdue experts aid efforts to prepare virtual sport for its Olympic moment! https://ow.ly/z2o550Sr25z #PurdueUniversity #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

When and how will robot umpires arrive in Major League Baseball? A new story from ESPN shares how an automated balls and strikes system (ABS) is making its way closer to MLB. This doesn't come without technological challenges however. "Setting the top and bottom of the strike zone for each player presents the biggest technological hurdle MLB has yet to clear." "There are two things you have to do," commissioner Rob Manfred told ESPN. "One is measure the track of the ball. We're good there. The second thing you have to do is set the strike zone for each batter and we're not there yet." Learn More: https://ow.ly/cpVJ50SmINq #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

"Virtual cycling has rapidly gained popularity in the last several years — so much so that the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the world governing body for sports cycling, Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), intend to feature it as an exhibition sport in the 2024 Paris Olympics. They believe it could become a full-fledged medal event alongside traditional cycling events in the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games, and they selected a team of Purdue University experts to help the sport achieve that eminent status." Teams from Purdue's Ray Ewry Sports Engineering Center and CERIAS at Purdue University are working to help ensure that cyclists compete on a level playing field in this virtual competitive environment. https://ow.ly/iS8750Si6i2 #PurdueUniversity #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

As shared in a Business Wire press release, "Nike Inc. extended its position as the undisputed leader of footwear and apparel innovation by debuting a new line-up of products that signaled a multi-year innovation cycle. Brought to life by the full power of digital capabilities and cutting-edge technology, the company is delivering better, faster, more efficient solutions for athletes this summer and opening a world of creative possibilities — including Nike's first sculpted, visible Air Zoom unit in the new Pegasus Premium running shoe." Learn more in the full release: https://ow.ly/chWX50S8BQ5 #SportsEngineering #Engineering #Sports #Technology #Innovation

Earlier this month we celebrated the first cohort of graduates from our MS-Sports Engineering program. Under the guidance of Academic Director Dr. Jan-Anders Mansson, these pioneering students have excelled in this innovative field, combining their passion for sports with cutting-edge engineering expertise. Their achievements symbolize not only their personal commitment and hard work, but also the exciting potential of this groundbreaking program. Congratulations to our graduates—you are trailblazers, and we look forward to seeing how you will revolutionize the world of sports engineering. Well done, and best wishes for a bright and successful future! Pictured is Dr. Mansson with Spring 2024 graduates Alessandra Pontoni, Parker Nordstrom, Colin Hansen, and Eleanna Bez.

We are thrilled to celebrate and honor the incredible achievements of our Spring 2024 MS-Sports Engineering graduates! Earning a master's degree is no small feat; it requires immense dedication, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As pioneers in this new interdisciplinary master's program, they have set a high standard and laid a strong foundation for future graduates. Their innovative thinking and passion have paved the way for those who will follow in their footsteps, inspiring them to strive for greatness and to contribute meaningfully to the sports industry and beyond. We celebrate not just their academic accomplishments but also the tenacity and spirit that brought each of them here. We are incredibly proud of each and can't wait to see the amazing things they will continue to achieve. Here's to their success and to the bright future that lies ahead! Boiler Up!