Learn about some of the projects being under taken by the Institute for Health and Sport, and discover opportunities to participate in influential studies.
'Train Smart' StudyThis study will research and translate new scientific knowledge into more individualised exercise prescriptions to better prevent the...
Change makersThe Change Makers program widens community participation of under-represented groups in sport clubs.
Human gene SMART studyThe full title of this research project is 'The effect of α-actinin-3 deficiency on muscle metabolism and adaptation to exercise training...
Physical evaluation of military tasksThis Victoria University study investigates the physical demands related to the execution of key tasks, such as load carrying and manual...
Performance Nutrition studyThis study will research and translate new scientific knowledge into more individualised exercise prescriptions to better prevent the...
Targeting bone and muscle for healthy ageing: The Wellderly studyThe Wellderly study explores the communication between bone, muscle and fat and how exercise can promote healthy ageing in middle-aged and...
Uncovering the effects of gender affirming hormone therapy on fitness & muscle healthThis Victoria University study explores the effects of gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) on measures of fitness and muscle health.
Early detection of insulin resistance with a mixed meal challengeOur researchers are investigating whether a flavoured milk drink can help identify insulin resistance which may be a risk factor for heart...
Effects of short-term heat acclimation on exercise performance in womenWe are seeking 18 – 45 year old females who cycle regularly to take part in a study that will assess whether short-term heat acclimation...
Exercise Intensity Study: Transcriptional Responses at Different IntensitiesThe exercise intensity study explores the communication between exercise training-induced metabolites and transcriptional responses in the...
Insulin resistance in women with & without PCOS: The FIREx studyThe FIREx study explores insulin resistance in women with and without Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), and the health benefits of high-...
Sleep & metabolic health studyExplores the relationship between obtaining inadequate amounts of sleep and the development of detrimental metabolic health effects.
The bitter effect of sugar: Bone-muscle interaction in patients with type 2 diabetes & the effect of exerciseThis study explores the pathways by which bone, muscle and the endocrine system communicate and how exercise can improve hormonal health,...
