American Physiological Society

09/01/2026

Today the House passed the continuing resolution that would avoid a federal shutdown and would push implementation of the OMB rule regarding grants until December. The Senate has already passed it. The next step is the president's signature.

Read more from NPR: https://ow.ly/vrFV50ZHXxe

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With just a few weeks to spare, the House approved legislation extending funding through mid-December.

09/01/2026

📚New findings from American Physiological Society Publications that you should know about this month include:
🦠Targeting aging cells may improve recovery after ACL injury.
🍝Eating more carbs may help the body cope with low energy.
🩸Breast cancer gene 2 (BRCA2) may protect against atherosclerosis.

➡️Check out all of September’s standout research: https://ow.ly/XwW450Ziqvh

08/31/2026

Science communication can do more than explain research — it can build trust, spark curiosity and help people see themselves as part of science.

Lindsey Ramirez, PhD, studies how the brain signals aversion to alcohol. She also strives to make science more accessible and shares the realities of life as a scientist.

In the latest issue of The Physiologist Magazine, Ramirez discusses why she believes scientists have a responsibility to communicate their work in ways that reach people from all backgrounds.

Read more: https://ow.ly/Myjq50ZFJW7

08/26/2026

Your voice can help shape the future of biomedical research.

Explore six ways physiologists can engage with NIH, from connecting with program officers and participating in Requests for Information, to serving on study sections and advisory councils.

Researchers at every career stage can help inform NIH funding priorities and policies. Read more in The Physiologist Magazine and take action: https://ow.ly/c54P50Zxbz1

From building relationships with program officers to serving on study sections, here's how to make your voice heard at NIH.

08/24/2026

APS members: Help shape the future of physiology! Nominate a colleague (or yourself) for the roles of President-elect and Board director.

Strong leadership is essential to the Society. Members elected to these roles help guide APS' priorities, represent our community and ensure the Society remains responsive to the needs of physiologists at every career stage.

Learn more and submit your nominations by Sept. 17: https://ow.ly/oyJe50ZAwEb

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08/18/2026

What do running and research have in common? More than you might think.

APS member Nathaniel Jenkins, PhD, shares how training for long-distance running changed the way he thinks about persistence, mentorship and building a research program from the ground up.

Whether you're just starting your career or tackling a new challenge, his reflections offer an inspiring reminder that progress comes one step at a time.

Read more in The Physiologist Magazine: https://ow.ly/ap8V50Zxblv

08/17/2026

Build your physiology knowledge in September with upcoming APS webinars.

Experts will will dive into the gut’s defenses against infection, the effects of Type 1 diabetes on muscle, living with a spinal cord stimulator and ways to measure breathing in neuromuscular disease.

Browse the full webinar lineup and register: https://ow.ly/PcJK50ZzPAa

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Explore our webinar lineup, including live and on demand offerings. Check back often for new additions and sign up to receive webinar announcements.

08/13/2026

Comparative physiologists are inspired by nature's secrets and how their findings can improve human health.

Join us Sept. 17-20 in Orlando, Florida, for the Comparative Physiology conference, where researchers and scientists from around the world will discuss big, complex and integrative questions that will offer us all a better future.

Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/exD2VeGi

08/12/2026

Can emerging technologies replace animal models in research?

The latest issue of The Physiologist Magazine takes a closer look at how AI, organ-on-a-chip systems and other innovative technologies are transforming biomedical research. These tools often complement animal model studies, helping researchers better understand how the body works and accelerate scientific discovery.

Read the full article to learn how these approaches work together to advance physiology research: https://ow.ly/iCS450ZuNxa

08/10/2026

How does breastfeeding influence infant health and development? It helps shape the developing gut microbiome, supporting the early relationship between nutrition, microbes and physiology.

Explore how sugars in human milk nourish beneficial gut bacteria in this vintage I Spy Physiology blog post by APS member Raz Abdulqadir:

Human milk is often called “liquid gold” for its incredible benefits for infants. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding from the first hour after birth until the baby is 6 months old, and continuing breastfeeding along with complementary foods for up to two years...