Nemanja Lakicevic
Lomonosov Moscow State University
Russia
Nemanja Lakicevic began his academic journey in South Carolina, USA, where he combined his passion for sport and science as a collegiate basketball player while completing his degree in Exercise Physiology. His path then led him to Bavaria, Germany, where he deepened his expertise by exploring the intersection of physical activity promotion and public health, and gained hands-on experience working at a sports medicine diagnostic laboratory. Motivated to further specialize, Dr. Lakicevic pursued his doctoral studies in Palermo, Italy. His PhD research focused on sport nutrition in combat sports, with a particular emphasis on weight cycling practices and their acute and long-term effects on health and performance in disciplines such as judo, sambo, and wrestling. This line of work positioned him at the forefront of research on rapid weight loss and its physiological and psychological consequences for elite athletes. Currently, Dr. Lakicevic serves as a researcher and lecturer at Lomonosov Moscow State University within the Department of Psychology. His current projects investigate the relationship between physical activity and executive functions in preschool children, reflecting his broader interest in how movement shapes both physical and cognitive development across the lifespan. In addition to his academic appointments, Dr. Lakicevic contributes to the scientific community as an editor and reviewer for several top-tier international journals. Widely recognized as one of the most promising young scholars in combat sports nutrition, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and actively collaborates with international research groups. His career reflects a unique blend of practical sports experience, interdisciplinary research, and dedication to advancing knowledge at the interface of sport, health, and psychology.