Innovation

CIDESD is dedicated to producing cutting-edge research in sport and health sciences aiming to understand and enhance sports performance, and to investigating the effects of physical activity and exercise on health and well-being. To achieve these goals, CIDESD combines laboratory and field-based approaches. Its strategy involves fostering interdisciplinary collaborations with other research institutions, industry leaders, sports federations, and healthcare providers. The organization serves as a hub for collaboration, attracting experts from diverse academic and non- academic fields, and contributing to holistic approaches in science, positioning CIDESD as a leader in sports and health sciences research and enhancing its competitiveness in securing grants and funding from national and international agencies.
CIDESD has established a robust national and international network, with bilateral agreements with approximately 50 recognized institutions worldwide and partnerships with over 20 non-academic organizations and companies, especially in the areas of healthcare, high-level sports training, and applied technology to sport. The goals of CIDESD are articulated in the domains of research, community intervention, and continuous education.