Dr Longman’s research is primarily focussed on human adaptability. He has developed the use of contemporary sports to study the processes and mechanisms associated with human adaptability and evolution. He currently works with ultra-endurance athletes to enhance understanding of energy and resource allocations during periods of energetic stress.

Dr Longman has also developed a parallel and complimentary research programme, which is applying an evolutionary perspective to increase current understanding of the beneficial effects of spending time in natural environments for mental and physical health and wellbeing.

Danny is an accomplished athlete, having competed nationally in track and field and rowing.

He currently competes in ultra-endurance events and has set numerous British and official World Records in open water swimming and ocean rowing respectively. When not studying or competing, Danny enjoys travelling and cycle touring.