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Farewell from the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland
After 12 years as Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland we are excited to move towards the new phase of our project as Bike Innovation Scotland.
We have moved:
The Partners Behind Bike Innovation Scotland
Bike Innovation Scotland is the next evolution of the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland, building on more than a decade of research, testing and innovation support for the cycling industry.
The new brand is a partnership between Edinburgh Napier University and South of Scotland Enterprise, bringing together world-leading expertise in cycling research, innovation, business support and industry engagement.
Bike Innovation Scotland Launch
Through this partnership, Bike Innovation Scotland will support businesses, entrepreneurs and organisations across the cycling sector, helping to develop new products, services and ideas while strengthening Scotland's reputation as a centre for cycling innovation.
While mountain biking remains at the heart of our story, the new brand reflects a broader ambition to support innovation across the wider cycling industry. The expertise, experience and values that shaped the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland continue unchanged, now with a renewed focus on creating opportunities for businesses, communities and the sector as a whole.
Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland Team
Director and Academic Lead, Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland
Professor Tom Campbell
Tom has been an integral part of the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland (MTBCOS) since 2014, initially serving as the sustainability theme lead. In this role, he was recognized internationally as an expert on sustainable mountain bike trails and education, contributing significantly to the centre's mission.
In 2025, Dr. Campbell was appointed as the Director and Academic Lead of MTBCOS, bringing a wealth of experience in sport and exercise science. His leadership has been pivotal in advancing sustainable practices within the mountain biking community. Notably, he successfully led the university’s involvement in the Erasmus+ funded DIRTT project from 2019 to 2022, revolutionizing trail builder training across Europe. Dr. Campbell's dedication to sustainability and innovation continues to drive MTBCOS toward new heights in mountain biking research and consultancy.
Innovation Lead
Sustainability Lead
Innovation Lead
Norman Harris
- Associate Lecturer in Engineering Design and Innovation and Enterprise Lead at Edinburgh Napier University
Well Being Lead
Sustainability Lead
Innovation Lead
Associate Professor Lesley Ingram-Sills
- BSc Hons Sport & Exercise Science
- PhD: Sleep disruption, immune cell-redeployment and endocrine response following an acute bout of exercise
- PG cert in learning and teaching
Sustainability Lead
Sustainability Lead
Sustainability Lead
Professor Tom Campbell
- BSc (Hons), PhD, FHEA, is a lecturer in sport and exercise science Edinburgh Napier University
- Programme Leader BA and Enterprise in Sport
Professor
Professor Geraint Florida-James
Professor Geraint Florida-James, (G) a pivotal figure in the establishment and development of the Mountain Bike Centre of Scotland (MTBCOS), has recently retired from his role as Academic Lead, passing the leadership to Dr Tom Campbell. Throughout his tenure, G has significantly contributed to mountain biking research and innovation. Notably, he played a key role in developing the Borderlands Growth Deal proposal for the Mountain Bike Innovation Centre in Innerleithen, demonstrating his commitment to advancing innovation and knowledge exchange. Although retired, he will continue to offer his expertise as an Emeritus Professor, ensuring that MTBCOS benefits from his extensive experience and insights.
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