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The Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN) is a world-leading, multidisciplinary research institute. We’re focused on the role of active living, sport, food and nutrition to create healthy, thriving communities, and to reduce the rates of chronic health conditions.
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Our research domains
Research
Biology of health and disease
Understanding how the biological mechanisms behind exercise and nutrition work, and how they impact on health.
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Preventing and managing chronic conditions
Developing and implementing lifestyle-based solutions to prevent and manage chronic conditions.
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Healthy active living
Real-world solutions to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour in the community.
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Food, nutrition and health
Developing quality evidence and using it to tackle the diverse range of food and nutrition issues in our community.
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Why do some people get a curved back as they age and what can I do to avoid it?
Here's what to know if you're worried about your back curving as you age. Dr Jakub Mesinovich and A/Prof David Scott explain in an article for The Conversation.
A salty boost helps female athletes go the extra mile in the heat
Women who take a salt tablet with fluid before long distance exercise will perform better in the heat, new research has shown.