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Biography
Dr Celeste Coltman is an Associate Professor in the Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Canberra (UC) and an academic member of the UC Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE). Celeste completed her PhD at the University of Wollongong in the area of Breast Biomechanics. Her thesis examined the breast characteristics of Australian women in order to develop evidence-based recommendations to improve sports bra fit and breast support. Celeste has an interest in the development of products and technologies that improve women's health and has undergone extensive medical devices commercialisation training. Celeste incorporates biomechanics, human factors, ergonomics and design into her research practices, with a current focus on fit, form and function of personal protective equipment for women. She is a current Defence Science and Technology Group Research Fellow and the inaugural Early Career Research Representative for the Australian and New Zealand Society of Biomechanics.
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, Breast Characteristics of Australian Women, University of Wollongong
Award Date: 23 May 2018
External positions
Early Career Representative, Australian and New Zealand Society of Biomechanics
31 May 2019 → …
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
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Promoting health and performance of elite and youth female football athletes
MARA, J. (CI), PUMPA, K. (CoI), COLTMAN, C. (CoI) & BALL, N. (CoI)
19/11/22 → 19/11/25
Project: Research
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WORKLOAD MONITORING FOR INJURY PREVENTION IN AIRCREW PERSONNEL
NEWMAN, P. (CI), SPRATFORD, W. (CoI), COLTMAN, C. (CoI), Drayton, I. (CoI), Clements, A. (CoI), BALL, N. (CoI) & MARA, J. (CoI)
19/11/21 → 30/04/23
Project: Research
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Part 2 - Determination of thoraco-abdominal organ location using low dose X-ray and 3D body surface scans with correlation from MRI: Applications for body armour design
DAVIDSON, R. (CI), COLTMAN, C. (CoI) & Zhou, L. (CoI)
1/09/21 → 29/04/22
Project: Research
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Biomechanics Research Innovation Challenge: 100 girls, 100 days, 100 stories
COLTMAN, C. (CI), Hall, M. (CoI), Dick, T. (CoI), Diamond, L. (CoI), Maharaj, J. (CoI), Mickle, K. (CoI), KEAN, C. (CoI), Barzan, M. (CoI) & Verma, S. (CoI)
1/07/21 → 23/09/22
Project: Research
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Is trunk motion influenced by breast volume? The effect on joint moments at the hip, knee and ankle
Coltman, C. E., Brown, N. A., Lindsay, C., Mara, J., Bennett, M. J., Spratford, W. A. & Moore, I. S., 2026, In: Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport. p. 1-7 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Pelvic compression garments alter running biomechanics, perceived support, and fear of symptoms in postpartum women with pelvic floor dysfunction: preliminary observations from an exploratory, randomised, repeated-measures crossover design
Donnelly, G. M., Coltman, C. E., Straker, R., von Lieres Und Wilkau, H., Brantner, C. L. & Moore, I. S., 2026, In: Frontiers in Sports and Active Living. 7, p. 1-15 15 p., 1691794.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Reliability of Ultrasonography to Assess Spinal Compression During Heavy Load Carriage
Walters, S., Hoffman, B., Coltman, C. E., Walters, L., Iqbal, M. & Mills, D. E., Mar 2026, In: JOR Spine. 9, 1, p. 1-10 10 p., e70137.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Soldiers experience fit issues, musculoskeletal pain, and equipment and mobility interference with military body armour
Brisbine, B. R., Molloy, R. H., Carstairs, G. L. & Coltman, C. E., Jan 2026, In: Applied Ergonomics. 130, p. 1-8 8 p., 104645.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A Mixed-Methods Exploration Into the Experiences of High School Girls Participating in a 100-Day Biomechanics-Based Mentoring Program
Kean, C. O., Besomi, M., Barzan, M., Diamond, L. E., Dick, T. J. M., Hall, M., Maharaj, J. N., Mickle, K. J. & Coltman, C. E., 1 Dec 2025, In: Journal of Applied Biomechanics. 41, 6, p. 499-510 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Investigating underwater swimming performance and the influence of combined elevation of the shoulder and ankle plantarflexion
Coltman, C. (Examiner)
9 Nov 2018Activity: Examination
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Australian and New Zealand Society of Biomechanics (External organisation)
Coltman, C. (Chair)
2014 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of committee