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Research Contract for Strength Profiling Study (STRONG-Navy/RM and STRONG-RAF) Awarded to University of Salford

Awarded 30 Sep 2025

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Awarded30 Sep 2025
Value£187,572.00
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Expires in 2y 5mo3y 6mo term, 31% elapsed
Awarded 30 Sept 2025Expires 30 Mar 2029

The Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to the University of Salford for research into strength profiling, specifically the STRONG-Navy/RM and STRONG-RAF studies.

This research extends the existing STRONG-Army Study, which determines how strong British Army personnel are based on age, sex, and job role.

The Army HQ, RAPTC, and Defence Rehabilitation support the programme for its potential to improve fitness, prevent injuries, and guide rehabilitation.

The Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and Royal Air Force seek to collaborate to allow their personnel to benefit from similar information.

The contract value is AUD 187,572.

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