2026 ISSP Think Tank: Dialogue with the Masters

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Event Highlights: 運科竹 participated in the 2026 ISSP THINK TANK, themed “Beyond Whether It Works: Shaping the Future of Physical Activity and Mental Health,” hosted at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) from October 15 to 18, 2026. The global event was co-chaired by Yu-Kai Chang and Stuart J. H. Biddle.

Dialogue with the Masters: A cornerstone of the event for graduate students was the special session “Dialogue with the Masters: Research, Teaching, and Academic Journeys,” held on Friday, October 16, 2026 (08:45 – 09:05). Hosted and moderated by Yu-Kai Chang (ISSP Vice-President and Think Tank Co-Chair), this open conversation featured insights from:

Stuart J. H. Biddle (University of Southern Queensland, Australia)
Alessandro Quartiroli (University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, USA)
Christian Swann (Southern Cross University, Australia)
Megan Teychenne (Deakin University, Australia)

Key Takeaways & Contributions:

Future of the Field: The Think Tank focused on moving “Beyond Whether It Works,” emphasizing innovative, forward-looking approaches to the intersection of physical activity and mental health.
Academic Mentorship: The panel of masters shared their personal experiences and practical advice regarding research methodologies, teaching philosophies, and navigating the challenges of an academic career.
Global Consensus: The event successfully gathered additional contributions from international experts including Yanping Duan (Hong Kong Baptist University), Simon Rosenbaum (UNSW Sydney), and Robert Schinke (Laurentian University), fostering a highly collaborative environment for the future of sport psychology.

Special Thanks: A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Yu-Kai Chang for his immense effort in organizing this Think Tank. His dedication not only made this prestigious event possible but also provided all attendees with a remarkable opportunity to connect with the international academic community and broaden their global horizons.

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Mental Health | Steve Ying-Chu Chen's CV website

2026 ISSP Think Tank: Dialogue with the Masters