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AuPS is the professional association for Australian physiologists, founded in 1960. Physiology is a key life science essential to our understanding of how humans and animals function. www.aups.org.au #AuPS #Physiology

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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
2026 AuPS Annual Scientific Meeting in Brisbane (29th Nov – 2nd Dec) abstract submission and early bird registration deadline has been extended to Friday the 25th of September. Don't miss out. www.aups.org.au/Meetings/202611/registration.php
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Abstract submissions are now open for the 2026 Australian Physiological Society (AuPS) Annual Scientific Meeting, hosted by The University of Queensland at its beautiful St Lucia campus in Brisbane from 29 November–2 December 2026. Abstract deadline: 17 September 2026 www.aups.org.au/Meetings/202...
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
American Physiological Society's Centre for Physiology Education (APS CPE), Australian rebroadcast Collaborative Approaches to Nurturing a Growth Mindset in Learners and Educators Presenter: Angus Linklater-Steele Zoom Meeting ID: 897 6117 7258 Passcode: 167957 Enquiries kathy.tangalakis@vu.edu.au
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
The Australian Physiological Society (AuPS) is delighted to announce Professor Glenn Wadley as the recipient of the 2026 Mollie Holman AuPS Invited Lecture. Glenn deliver the Lecture at the 2026 AuPS Meeting in Brisbane, 29 November–2 December. Rego now open. #AuPS2026 #physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
📣 Registrations & Abstract Submissions are NOW OPEN for the 2026 AuPS Annual Scientific Meeting! Brisbane, 29 November–2 December 2026, for four days of physiology, collaboration and connection at The University of Queensland. www.aups.org.au/Meetings/202...
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Physiology Education Webinar Series, presented in collaboration with the American Physiological Society's Center for Physiology Education (CPE). Team-Based Learning (TBL) Dr. Suzan Kamel-ElSayed and Dr. Justin Cobb 23rd July 2026, 4:00 PM AEST Zoom Meeting ID: 897 6117 7258 Passcode: 167957
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The Physiological Society @physoc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Applications for the Rob Clarke Awards are now open! The award recognises excellence in undergraduate physiology projects. 📆 Applications close on 7 September 2026. Find out more and how to apply ⬇️ buff.ly/d7VxjUm
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The Rob Clarke Awards
The Physiological Society's Rob Clarke Awards recognise excellence in undergraduate physiology projects. Submit your abstract and present.
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American Physiological Society @apsphysiology.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
💡Did you know? APS provides more than $1 million in grants & awards each year as part of our mission to spotlight excellence in physiological research & education. Apply now—deadlines for some awards are July 14! Learn more: ow.ly/xXj050ZheYz #ProfDev #Physiology 🧪
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Plenty to look forward to in the second half of 2026! 🌟 AuPS is building international partnerships, expanding education initiatives, supporting ECRs, and preparing for our 2026 Scientific Meeting in Brisbane. Thanks to our members for helping grow such a vibrant community. #AuPS #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Bioinformatics and AI in Physiology. Webinar - Thursday 25th June at 11 am AEST Macsue Jacques and Hitesh Kore, PhD as we explore how bioinformatics and artificial intelligence are transforming physiology. Register here: aps49.wildapricot.org/event-6726788 #bioinformatics #AI #physiology#ecr
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Great opportunity for EMCR of AuPS
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Join Us: 2026 Physiology Education Webinar Series American Physiological Society’s Center for Physiology Education (CPE). Documenting Educational Scholarship for Promotion 28 May 2026 4:00 PM (Melbourne time) Professor Dr Rob Caroll, East Carolina University
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Physiology Education Webinar Series 2026 In collaboration with APS CPE, exploring key topics in teaching & learning 🔬 Next up: Generative AI in education 📅 26 March | 4pm (Melbourne) Join us on Zoom! see newsletter for details #PhysiologyEducation #GenAI
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Congratulations to Sarah Etherington (Murdoch University), recipient of the 2025 Michael Roberts Excellence in Physiology Education Award! Recognising outstanding, sustained contributions to physiology teaching 📅 2026 applications close 18 Sept www.aups.org.au/prizes #AuPS #PhysiologyEducation
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The Physiological Society @physoc.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
🎉 To mark 150 years of the Physiological Society, we invite physiologists around the world to join us in a week long celebration, 30 March - 2 April 2026, with 'lab lunches'! Let us know that you'll be celebrating with us ⬇️ buff.ly/IsYCS29 #ShapeTheNext150
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A little tradition, a lot of physiology: Join us for a 'Lab Lunch'
Join us for a 'Lab Lunch' to celebrate 150 years of the Physiological Society. Find out all the details and how to take part.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
International Union of Physiological Science (IUPS) Academy Fellowship Nominations are now open for the 2026 IUPS Academy Fellowship (closing March 15, 2026). Information on the background, nomination guidelines, and nomination forms can be found on the IUPS website
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
AuPS 2026 Brisbane Symposium nominations is now open, and we invite researchers and educators to submit innovative and engaging ideas for inclusion in the 2026 program. Visit the AuPS 2026 meeting site follow the guidelines and complete your submission by 5pm (AEDT) Wednesday 4th March 2026.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
That’s a wrap on #AuPS2025! A brilliant week of physiology, collaboration & outstanding student/EMCR research 👏 Next stop: #AuPS2026, University of Queensland, St Lucia 📅 29 Nov–2 Dec 2026 See you in Brisbane! ☀️🔬
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John R. Ussher @jussherlab.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Had a fantastic time at @aups-physiology.bsky.social 2025 meeting and sharing our lab’s research on cardiac substrate metabolism in #diabetic_cardiomyopathy
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Congrats to Wayne Du @unimelbcmr.bsky.social – winner of the Peter Gage Student Collaborative Grant for outstanding research in basic physiology! Collaboration drives discovery 🚀 #PhysiologyResearch #Collaboration #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Best Student Presenter AuPS 2025 – Harry Cutler Fantastic to see strong science and clear communication! Congratulations to Harry Cutler, awarded Best Student Oral Presenter at #AuPS2025 for an outstanding oral presentation Well done to Cameron Adly, runner-up for Best Student Oral Presentation!
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Congratulations to Dr. Paula M. Miotto — the 2025 McIntyre Award recipient! We are thrilled to celebrate Dr. Miotto @unimelbcmr.bsky.social , whose outstanding work in muscle physiology, mitochondrial bioenergetics, and inter-tissue metabolic signalling has already made a strong impact.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Celebrating 65 Years of AuPS — Historical Symposium Highlights 🎉🧠 A stellar lineup of experts showcased the breadth of physiology research and education: A wonderful reflection on the evolution of physiological science and teaching over 65 years. #AuPS2025 #65YearsOfAuPS #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Such a wonderful community of education physiologists — coming together to share research, exchange ideas, and explore innovative teaching approaches. These superstars delivered powerful insights in today’s Assessment & AI in Education session. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
🎶 How else would you start a muscle session… if not with “Lean on Me”? Free Communications: Muscle Health & Disease delivered powerful insights — from biomarkers and cytokines to AI and mouse models. A standout session in muscle pathology & protection 💪 #AuPS2025 #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
🫀 Cardiac Innovations in Focus @ #AuPS2025 – Symposia Highlights! Incredible translational science showcased today tackling heart failure & cardiomyopathy using cutting-edge models and therapies #CardiacOrganoids #HeartFailure #AuPS2025 #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
🏅 Michael Roberts Lecture Award 2024 Huge congratulations to A/Prof Betty Exintaris @ExintarisBetty, presenting the prestigious Michael Roberts Lecture — recognising excellence in physiology research and education. #AuPS2025 #Physiology #ExcellenceInScience
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
A/Prof @ChrisFryPhD @ukresearch.bsky.social showed how HDAC4 myonuclear reprogramming drives denervation, atrophy & muscle weakness after trauma. Chris recently supported PhD student Annabel Chritchlow through our Student Research Grant #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
The future of physiology education is here — and AI is part of the classroom. This morning’s symposium explored innovative ways to build deep learning, research skills and scientific communication in an AI-enhanced world. How are you using AI in the classroom? #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Fascinating morning diving into the ion channel–epilepsy connection 🧠⚡ From GABAA receptor function to KCNT1 & CACNA1G variants, today’s speakers unpacked how electrophysiology shapes diagnosis and potential cures: Science driving hope. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Brad Launikonis presented on the importance of examining calcium regulation after acute response to sprint interval exercise and the influence of Ryanodine receptor and ROS. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Muscling into reproduction — emerging evidence for the influence of myokines on the reproductive system. Kelly Walton delivered an excellent exploration of how multiple physiological systems interact to shape reproductive function.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Today we heard from Marissa Caldow @unimelbcmr.bsky.social on modulating myogenesis using natural bioactive compounds — an exciting new exploration in cell culture innovation, getting us to ask what are myoballs?
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
What can we learn from muscle contraction and local and distant adipose tissue. A fantastic presentation by Gretchen Meyer on the distinction of adipocyte within and external of skeletal muscle. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
We are all in this together — the integrated physiology showcased a fantastic mix of topics, spanning hepatic ureagenesis, muscle, renal, neuronal adipocyte, and retinal physiology. A big thank you to all presenters for such diverse and insightful contributions! #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Supporting ECRs is a core objective of our society, and it was a pleasure to host this EMCR-focused workshop as part of the #AuPS2025 program. Darren Saunders shared insights and offering practical strategies for navigating diverse career trajectories @darrensaunders.com
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Always fantastic to see such strong PhD and EMCR presentations in the free communication session: “I like to move it – skeletal muscle in health” 💪🧠 Great energy, insightful science, and a bright future for muscle research! @AuPS_ECR #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Chris Shaw @deakinuniversity.bsky.social discussed the complex relationship between insulin resistance and hyperinsulinemia — highlighting that hyperinsulinemia may not just compensate for insulin resistance, but could be the initial driver of weight gain and cardiometabolic disease. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Brian Drew @Baker_IDI that exercise activates protective myocardial responses that counter those seen in cardiac disease. Using a systems biology approach, his team is analysing up to +100 genetically diverse mouse strains an enormous undertaking #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Metabolic diseases arise from a complex interplay between genetics and the environment (GxE). Today, Jacqueline Stoeckli (@Sydney_Uni) presented a fascinating study using genetically diverse outbred mice exposed to two different diets — revealing profound variation #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
Glorious morning @westernsydneyu with our first two presentations David James @Sydney_Uni and John Ussher University of Alberta both presenting on the physiology of diabetes #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
The Mollie Holman Invited Lecture has just set the tone for AuPS 2025. Prof. Andrew Moorhouse delivered a powerful tribute — A reminder that our field stands on the curiosity, challenges and SOLT. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/11/2025
🎉 Today’s the day! AuPS 2025 has officially begun in Parramatta! We’re ready for four days of physiology, networking, new collaborations — and lots of science in action. 📸 Don’t forget to join the social media challenge! Post publicly using #AuPS2025 #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
6 days to go! 🎉 AuPS Annual Meeting lands in Parramatta on 23–26 Nov. Share the excitement — post during the event using #AuPS2025 for a chance to win prizes (best photo, most creative post, random follower). See you soon! 👩‍🔬🧪 #AuPSParramatta #Physiology
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
We’re proud to announce that Prof Andrew Moorhouse @sydney.edu.au will deliver the 2025 Mollie Holman Lecture — the first education-focused professor to do so. A fitting tribute to Mollie Holman’s legacy of research, education & leadership. #Physiology #STEM #SoLT#AuPS2025
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American Physiological Society @apsphysiology.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Today, APS is launching Physiology: The Science Life Depends On, a campaign to champion #physiology and protect the science behind every breakthrough. It's time to reintroduce physiology to the world, together. Join the #FightForPhysiology at fightforphysiology.org 🧪
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
We’re proud to celebrate the legacy of Professor Mollie Elizabeth Holman AO FAA (1930–2010) — a trailblazing Australian physiologist. Our Invited Lecture has been renamed the Mollie Holman Lecture in her honour — a lasting tribute to her remarkable contributions to Australian physiology. #AuPS2025
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
📣 Final call! Submissions for the AuPS Annual Awards — recognising the best original paper published by an AuPS member during their PhD or within their first seven postdoctoral years — close today 15th October! Details www.aups.org.au/Prizes/ Don’t miss your chance to show impact.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Nominations are now open for the AuPS Publication Prizes — and they close on 15 October 2025. 🧪 Student Publication Prize 🔬 Postdoctoral Publication Prize If you’ve published something you’re proud of, why not put yourself forward? 👉 Check out the AuPS website for all the details.
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Australian Physiological Society @aups-physiology.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
This is a friendly reminder that early-bird registration and abstract submission for the 2025 AuPS annual meeting hosted by the University of Western Sydney in Paramatta is open until Friday 12/09/2025. Nominations for our prizes, grants and awards are also due tomorrow- exception Publication prize
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