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These aspects are explored with the aim of identifying current practices and potential gaps which may contribute to more trauma-informed biomarker-based research approaches.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Method<\/jats:title><jats:p>The perspectives of experts were explored through semi-structured interviews with seven participants; these individuals represented trauma research, clinical practice, and trauma-informed physical activity domains.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p>A thematic analysis of the collected data revealed three focal areas highlighted by participants from all disciplines: \u201cIf I want to know trauma in the body of a person I need to know the person\u2019s language\u201d which related to experiences of discussing trauma with clients; \u201cWhat all people need is a safe place\u201d relayed the importance of safety for participants working with the trauma expert; and \u201cthe facilitator is not a bystander\u201d framing trauma-related work as a collaborative process between participants and their care providers.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Evidence of formal implementation of trauma-informed practices within research settings is lacking. This gap is identified within background literature, while the importance of implementing these practices is emphasized by the participants of this study. This presents an opportunity to apply the insights of the interviewed experts toward advancing trauma research methodologies. 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