Robert Schleip

Robert Schleip
Born
Robert Schleip

1954 (age 69–70)
Göppingen, Germany
Occupation(s)Psychologist, biologist
Academic background
Alma materHeidelberg University, University of Ulm
ThesisActive fascial contractility: Fascia may be able to contract in a smooth muscle-like manner and thereby influence musculoskeletal dynamics (2005)
Academic work
Discipline
Sub-discipline
Websitehttps://www.somatics.de

Robert Schleip (born 1954) is a German psychologist, human biologist and author, best known for his research in the field of fascia. His work includes numerous scientific papers and books, which have contributed to the understanding of fascia and its role in musculoskeletal health. He serves as the Director of the Fascia Research Group at both the University of Ulm and the Technical University of Munich. Schleip is also the Founding Director of the Fascia Research Society, the Research Director of the European Rolfing Association and Vice President of the Ida P. Rolf Research Foundation.