Prof Glenn Wadley - 2026 Mollie Holman, AuPS Invited Lecture
Prof Wadley is a physiologist in the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences and a member of the Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN). He has over 20 years experience leading/co-ordinating clinical trials and an international reputation for his expertise regarding the impact of exercise and nutritional interventions on glucose metabolism, oxidative stress and on cardiac growth. Over the past several years he has developed considerable new knowledge in the field of diabetes and redox biology by conducting several long-term clinical trials investigating ascorbic acid (vitamin C) supplementation in healthy people and for the treatment of glucose levels in people with diabetes.
The Invited Lecture is named in honour of Prof Mollie Holman AO FAA (1930 - 2010), a pioneering Australian physiologist whose work transformed understanding of smooth muscle and its neural control. A long-standing leader in the field and former President of the Society, she combined scientific excellence with a strong commitment to mentoring and advancing physiology in Australia. This lecture recognises her lasting contributions to research, leadership, and the development of the physiology community
Join Professor Sue Bodine (President, American Physiological Society), Professor Livia Hool (President, Australian Physiological Society) and Ryan Winn (CEO, Science & Technology Australia) for a timely discussion on the future of health and medical research.
Drawing on international and Australian perspectives, the panel will explore today's funding and policy landscape, the growing importance of advocacy, and how researchers can engage with and influence the decisions that shape the future of the sector.
This interactive panel-style session will provide insights into emerging challenges and opportunities, while highlighting practical ways researchers can contribute to policy, advocacy and research leadership throughout their careers.
Prof Bodine will also lead the ECR welcome workshop on Sunday.
Dr. Andy Stapleton earned his PhD in chemistry in 2012, specializing in nanoparticle-based solar cells. After an industry position and three postdoctoral positions, he shifted focus to supporting academics and researchers worldwide.
His popular YouTube channel, with over 32 million views and 370,000 subscribers offers valuable insights and tools to help academics navigate the challenges of academia and embrace AI.
Dr Stapleton will present at the meeting and lead the ECR workshop.
Murdoch University
A/Prof Etherington will present her work in Physiology Education as the 2025 winner of the Michael Roberts Prize.
