Yoko Wang, PhD, presents her poster at the 2026 American Physiology Summit. All photos in this post courtesy of Wang. Spring is always the season I am waiting for. Not only for the sunshine and blooms, but also for the annual American Physiology Summit! This year’s Summit took place in Minneapolis, the largest city in … Continue reading The 2026 American Physiology Summit in Minneapolis: You Betcha!
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Scenes from the 2026 American Physiology Summit: My Week in Photos
Viet Dinh, PhD, presents his poster at the 2026 American Physiology Summit. All photos in this post courtesy of Dinh. The 2026 American Physiology Summit took place in Minneapolis April 23−27, where thousands of physiology researchers, educators and students from around the world convened. I’ve had the pleasure of attending the Summit, the annual meeting … Continue reading Scenes from the 2026 American Physiology Summit: My Week in Photos
Why Sleep During Pregnancy is a Health Issue, Not a Luxury
Credit: iStock/AsiaVision Many people assume poor sleep during pregnancy and the weeks after giving birth is simply part of the experience. The physical changes of pregnancy—and the demands of caring for a newborn—can make rest feel out of reach. But research shows sleep does far more than fight fatigue. It plays a direct role in … Continue reading Why Sleep During Pregnancy is a Health Issue, Not a Luxury
2025 American Physiology Summit: My Week in Photos
Welcome to the American Physiology Summit. Credit: Casey Derella The 2025 American Physiology Summit took place at the Baltimore Convention Center April 24–27. Eager scientists, educators and trainees from a variety of fields within physiology travel from all over the world to connect and share ongoing science with others. Credit: Casey Derella I’m excited to … Continue reading 2025 American Physiology Summit: My Week in Photos
From Tomatoes to Treadmills: What Scientists Are Discovering About Everyday Health
American Physiology Summit attendees view scientific posters. Credit: Erica Roth From record-breaking running speeds set by a 91-year-old to how your body responds to climate shifts, the American Physiology Summit brought together researchers exploring the science of health and life itself. Here’s how their findings presented at the annual meeting of the American Physiological Society could … Continue reading From Tomatoes to Treadmills: What Scientists Are Discovering About Everyday Health
How Does Eating and Exercising at the Right Time Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Disease?
Karyn Esser, PhD, presents her research at the 2024 American Physiology Summit. Credit: American Physiological Society The role of the biological clock (circadian rhythm) on human health and disease was covered in depth at the 2023 American Physiology Summit. Learning about how the body’s clock works with other organs is a topic scientists are continually … Continue reading How Does Eating and Exercising at the Right Time Reduce Your Risk of Chronic Disease?
Photoblog: 2024 American Physiology Summit
Raz Abdulqadir presents her poster at the 2024 American Physiology Summit. Credit: Raz Abdulqadir The 2024 American Physiology Summit took place at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California, last month. This annual event convened scientists, educators and trainees from diverse fields within physiology. APS member and PhD student Raz Abdulqadir traveled from … Continue reading Photoblog: 2024 American Physiology Summit
Exercise and Healthspan Go Hand in Hand
Conference attendees listen intently at a 2024 American Physiology Summit session. “Healthspan” is a new buzzword recently added to our vocabulary. It reflects the length of time we stay healthy rather than simply being alive. While the average lifespan in the U.S. is around 79 years, the average healthspan (the age at which someone develops … Continue reading Exercise and Healthspan Go Hand in Hand
Social Media Takes the American Physiology Summit by Storm
Attendees strike a pose at the 2024 American Physiology Summit. The American Physiology Summit, the annual meeting of the American Physiological Society (APS), took place last week in Long Beach, California. The gathering brought together more than 3,000 scientists, exhibitors and staff to explore the science behind the biggest issues impacting life and health—and to … Continue reading Social Media Takes the American Physiology Summit by Storm
Physiology Continues to Help You Protect Your Health
American Physiology Summit attendees attend the poster reception in April 2023. Scientists who study physiology are gathering in Long Beach, California, this week for the 2024 American Physiology Summit—a conference dedicated to sharing discoveries on the cutting-edge of bioscience. Studies highlighted at the Summit span from racial differences in small artery disease in prostate cancer … Continue reading Physiology Continues to Help You Protect Your Health