Our research focus is on improving population health. We conduct metabolism, physiology, clinical and behavioural studies, and community and population-based research. IPAN has four research domains and three cross-domain themes. Learn more about our cross-domain themes.
IPAN also hosts the Baker-Deakin Department of Lifestyle and Diabetes.
Understanding how the biological mechanisms behind exercise and nutrition work, and how they impact on health.
Developing and implementing lifestyle-based solutions to prevent and manage chronic conditions.
Real-world solutions to increase physical activity and reduce sedentary behaviour in the community.
Developing quality evidence and using it to tackle the diverse range of food and nutrition issues in our community.
Professor Kylie Hesketh is using an early childhood family-based intervention to promote physical activity and active play, and to reduce sedentary behaviour, in children aged 0-3 years.
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Much of female biology remains a mystery, due to years of scientific research predominantly focused on males. We're seeking adult females for a major study that will be the first to investigate the process of female muscle ageing.
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Muscle loss is a serious issue for people undergoing treatment for lung cancer, potentially affecting their survival rates and quality of life. Associate Professor Nicole Kiss' observational study is looking at predictors of muscle loss in people being treated for lung cancer to identify those most at risk.
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Dr Suzanne Dixon-Suen is investigating the role of diet in the risk of developing certain cancers.
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