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An underwater shot of men swimming underwater wearing UD swim caps in UD's Lil Bob pool.

University of Delaware adjunct professor George Edelman has been on the medical staff for USA Swimming for 24 years, working directly with Olympic athletes and in various additional capacities including research, recovery and injury prevention. He explains how underwater swimming will be the maneuver to watch.

Science of Summer Games Spotlight

August 22, 2024 Written by Amy Cherry | Photos and Videos by Ashley Barnas Larrimore

As athletes worldwide competed on the grandest stage, a global spotlight converged on Paris, France, the home of the 2024 Summer Olympics and the Paralympic Games.

Amidst the worldwide celebration, the University of Delaware showcased expertise and resources in human performance and sports sciences, innovative research, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Check out articles and videos from several Olympic sports featuring UD athletes and experts:

Science of Summer Games: Soccer

Science of Summer Games: Swimming

Science of Summer Games: Sailing

Science of Summer Games: Water Polo

Science of Summer Games: Weightlifting

Science of Summer Games: Para Triathlon

Blue Hens also traveled to Paris for the Olympics as part of a summer study abroad opportunity. Blue Hen graduates of UD's renowned International Coaching Enrichment Certificate Program also shined on the Olympic stage, coaching elite athletes.

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