The Physiological Society
Europe's largest network of physiologists. For 150 years we have been inspiring discovery for healthier lives.
- Members, help us overcome the Prize Lecture nomination shortage. We call on you to recognise the most deserving in our community. Send us your nominations by 7 April 2026 ➡️ buff.ly/k3tuVIu #PrizeLectures #EDI #PhysiologyEducation #Research
- 🔓 Unlock your full potential with our Unlocking Futures Fund Members, this grant is open to postdoctoral researchers. You could gain up to £2,500 in support to overcome potential barriers that are holding you back. Find out more and apply today ⬇️
- The second instalment in our 'Early Educator Diaries' from Dr Cameron Malcolm is now live! This second blog post reflects on his first term teaching. Sharing the challenges he faced and how he is adapting his teaching style. Check it out ⬇️
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- Reposted by The Physiological SocietyGreat evening yesterday at a Foundation for Science Technology discussion on resilience of national infrastructure. As @physoc.bsky.social has pointed out, we should also think about national resilience from a health perspective. Health is critical element of any country’s infrastructure!
- Members, have you heard about our historical studies fund? The fund offers you the opportunity to carry out a research project or engagement activity. Discover more about the rich history of physiological experiments and discoveries. Apply now ⬇️ buff.ly/uVHaoCb #Research #Funding #Grants
- By popular demand, our Grants Directory has been updated for 2026 and is better than ever! Our new page highlights grants from across the sector, allowing you to filter by grant type, career stage, funding amount and more. Check it out here ⬇️
- "I gained deeper appreciation for the behind-the-scenes work that sustains a world-class publication," shares Eleonora (Ele) Grandi. Ele began her journey as an #EditorialBoardFellow @jphysiol.bsky.social. She is now one of the esteemed Senior Editors. 🎓 Read her story 🔗 buff.ly/wTBa3y0#Peer...
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- 🎉 Celebrate 150 years with us! This year marks the Society’s 150th anniversary, celebrated through our largest programme of meetings and conferences to date. 📆 Browse our 2026 events calendar 🔗 buff.ly/K56YHYq
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- Reposted by The Physiological Society⏰CALL FOR PAPERS CLOSING SOON⏰ The call for papers for our "Impact of physical inactivity on multiple physiological systems: mechanisms and countermeasures" special issue is closing soon! Click the link below for more information on the issue, and how to submit! 🔗 buff.ly/hXb8amY
- The tale of the inventor & his soundbox In this blog, the first in the Historic Objects & Collections series from University College London, find out how a clockwork device from the early 1900s was used to test hearing🔗 www.physoc.org/blog/baranys... #ScienceHistory bsky.app/profile/ucl....
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- 🎉 Congratulations to our Rob Clarke Award Winners 🏆 11 students were shortlisted for an Abstract Award and presented a poster at the Member Forum for final judging in December 2025. 🗞️ Prize winners and finalists revealed in our news story 🔗
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- Rising with the journal’s Fellowship scheme 🎓 Eleonora (Ele) Grandi rose from Editorial Board Fellow to a Senior Editor @jphysiol.bsky.social. She shares the mentoring and training she gained from joining the Fellowship. Read the blog ➡️ www.physoc.org/blog/from-tr... #PeerReview #Careers
- Reposted by The Physiological SocietyIf you are in Oxford on Friday 23rd, I will be presenting my work: With much thanks to the funders: @physoc.bsky.social and @wellcometrust.bsky.social #hypoxia #neuroscience #cerebralperfusion #collaborations #networking
- 📜 🪶 This new year, why don't you take on a history of physiology project. Discover more about the rich history of physiological experiments and discoveries with our Paton Historical Fund. Apply now to start digging through archives and collections ⬇️
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- Go behind the scenes and learn how a journal operates With @jphysiol.bsky.social’s Editorial Board Fellowship you can gain insight into the #PeerReview process under the guidance of a Senior Editor. Apply by 15 March 2026 ➡️ physoc.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/... #SkillsDevelopment
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- 🚀 Congratulations to Astronaut Dr Jessica Meir, our 2021 President's Lecture recipient, on being selected as the space craft commander of the next #NASA mission to the #InternationalSpaceStation. 🎥 You can watch Dr Meir's Lecture from 2021 here ⬇️
- ⏰ Tick tock...abstract submission closes on 16 January for UK Glia 2026. 🎤 Present your research as an oral or poster communication. 🏆 For early career researchers, you could be in with a chance of winning a prize for best oral communication or poster. Submit now ⬇️
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- Showcase your research at our Dietary Manipulations meeting. Present an oral of poster communication, and network with experts in nutritional physiology on: 📆 8 - 9 April 2026 📍 Manchester Metropolitan University, UK ⌛ Submit your abstract by 7 January 🔗 www.physoc.org/events/dieta...
- ⏰ The clock is ticking.... on your opportunity to present an oral or poster communication at our #PhysiologyEducation meeting. 📚 Share your insights to shape the future of physiology #Education. Submit your abstract now ⬇️
- Reposted by The Physiological SocietyA new internationally author group with a deeply relevant publication highlighting key issues and challenges in precision medicine: jprecisionmedicine.org/article/S305... @jprecmed.bsky.social @jphysiol.bsky.social @physoc.bsky.social
- Reposted by The Physiological Society🌍 As the UK and world gets hotter, physiology has a critical role to play in shaping action that genuinely protects health. ➡️ Check out the report from the Global Climate and Health Summit and get involved: www.globalclimateandhealthsummit.org.
- Stay connected to cutting-edge science—The Journal of Physiology is going fully online in 2026. Access the latest research anytime, anywhere. buff.ly/oDECj09
- In 2026, the Physiological Society celebrates its 150th anniversary: a landmark moment to celebrate physiologists past and present, the discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the body, and the community driving physiology forward. buff.ly/3gfFNUg
- In our Voices of Physiology series, Professor Etain Tansey from Queen’s University Belfast looks back on 20 years with the Physiological Society. Read her story: buff.ly/T1A2PU4 buff.ly/T1A2PU4
- A new Experimental Physiology study asks whether “silly walking” — flailing limbs in gloriously inefficient ways — could help prevent obesity, boost cardiorespiratory fitness, and even improve public health. Explore the science behind the silliness: buff.ly/vNykBBf
- “Stay curious and don’t be afraid to ask the ‘why’ question...” ❔ We spoke to Dr Oli Steele from Brighton and Sussex Medical School about his career journey, the future of physiology, and his advice for those starting out. Read the full interview: www.physoc.org/blog/150-voi...
- Members, unwrap your Winter Edition of Physiology News 🎁 Feast on stories about heat shields, resilience and survival ➡️ www.physoc.org/physiologica...
- Take your quest through time with our Paton Historical studies fund. 📜 🪶 Dig through archives and collections to learn more about physiological experiments and discoveries. Start your journey of exploration ⬇️
- In celebration of our 150th anniversary, we are extending the opportunity to submit your abstract for our 2026 Dietary Manipulations meeting. Submit your abstract by 7 January 2026 ➡️ buff.ly/ae0Yupi #Nutrition #KetoDiet #BrainHealth #MetabolicHealth
- 📢 Professor Derek Scott will deliver the Otto Hutter Teaching Prize and Lecture at our #PhysiologyEducation & Teaching meeting, on 14 - 15 April 2026 at Newcastle University (UK). Register now to save with our early bird rates ⬇️ www.physoc.org/events/fit-f...
- We’re excited to share that we have renewed and strengthened our publishing partnership with Wiley. This agreement will help us continue supporting authors, expanding the reach of physiology research, and developing our family of journals. Read more: 🔗 www.physoc.org/news_article...
- ⏰ Submit your abstract today to share your insights on vascular risk factors and brain health. Showcase your research at our Microvasculature meeting, taking place: 📍 Sainsbury Wellcome Centre, UK 📆 16-17 April 2026 Submit by 15 December 2025 ⬇️
- 📢 Our Research and Knowledge Exchange, & Education and Teaching Awards are now open! Members can apply to for up to £10,000 in support to develop new educational resources, conduct a pilot study or develop a new technique. 🔗 www.physoc.org/grants-and-p... 🔗 www.physoc.org/grants-and-p...
- Reposted by The Physiological Society🥳🍾🎈What a fantastic day at the @roysocmed.bsky.social to kick off @physoc.bsky.social 150th anniversary celebrations!
- Publishing in the Physiological Society’s family journals supports the future of physiology. To tell us more about research and the latest journal news, our Editors-in-Chief take to the stage for the In Conversation session at our Member Forum. Discover more 🔗 www.physoc.org/journals-and...
- Kicking off our 150th anniversary celebrations at today's Member Forum 🎉 Áine Kelly opens the event, followed by Society's CEO Dariel Burdass, who shares highlights of this year's activities & achievements. Learn more about our year celebrating 150 years of discovery 🗞️ buff.ly/sYaWsDJ
- Today, we kick off our 150th year celebrations 🎉 For our anniversary, we have launched our 150 voices collection - a gallery of engaging member stories and Society heritage gems. 🗞️ Read our news story to find out more ⬇️ buff.ly/sYaWsDJ
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- ⏰ Submit your abstract today to share your insights on vascular risk factors and brain health. Showcase your research at our Microvasculature meeting, taking place: 📍 Sainsbury Wellcome Centre, UK 📆 16-17 April 2026 Submit now ⬇️
- 💡 Do you need support to develop new educational resources, conduct a pilot study or develop a new technique? Members can apply to our Education and Teaching Award or our Research and Knowledge Exchange Award for up to £10,000 in support. Find out more ➡️ www.physoc.org/grants-and-p...
- Join us at our Dietary Manipulations 2026 meeting to discover more about #Exercise & #SportNutrition with Professor Louise Burke, who will present the Joan Mott Prize Lecture Celebrating Women Physiologists. Read our news article to find out more 🗞️ www.physoc.org/news_article...
- 💡 Join us in advancing glial physiology Submit your abstract to showcase your research at our meeting, UK Glia 2026, taking place on 8 – 9 June 2026 at University of Bristol, UK. Abstract submission closes on 16 January 2026. Find out more ⬇️
- ⏰ Last chance to submit your research for our Dietary Manipulations meeting. Abstract submission closes on 30 November 2025! Showcase your research and be part of the conversation on #MetabolicHealth and #Nutrition at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK on 8-9 April 2026 ➡️ buff.ly/j9hXo8U
- ⏳ Registration closing soon for our #HumanMovement2025 meeting! Join leading researchers and clinicians to explore the neurophysiological principles behind human movement and motor behaviour. ⏰ Secure your place by 25 November. Register now ⬇️
- 🚀 What happens to the human brain when we send it 400 million kilometres from home? To learn more about the physiological challenges posed by deep space exploration, join Professor Damian Bailey for 'Surviving Space: Pushing the Brain’s Limits' ⬇️ buff.ly/f5AGNIV 1/2🧵
- Join us at this year's President's Lecture to hear from Dame Sally Davies, who will present ‘Antimicrobial Resistance: The Challenge of Leadership.’ A critical global health issue from one of the world’s leading voices. 📆 4 December 📍 Royal Society of Medicine www.physoc.org/events/presi...
- ⏰ Last chance to save with our early bird rates for #HumanMovement2025! Join us this December @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social to discuss human motor #neurophysiology and neurotech innovations. Register by 11 November for the discounted rate ⬇️ www.physoc.org/events/neuro...
- 📢 Launched today, the Global Climate and Health Summit Phase One report! It sets out the next steps to drive adaptation to protect lives today & the mitigation needed to secure health for generations to come. Read the full report ⬇️ www.physoc.org/policy/clima... #ClimateAction #GCHS2025
- “Clean air, safe environments, & just energy systems are treated as fundamental rights, not privileges” - Shweta Narayan shares her vision for a healthy planet in our latest blog. Find out more about Shweta's work & clean air initiatives. Read the Q&A ➡️ www.physoc.org/blog/clean-a... #ClimateAction
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- Are you working on nutritional physiology? Submit your research to join us at our 2026 Dietary Manipulations meeting. 📆 8-9 April 2026 📍 Manchester Metropolitan University, UK To showcase your research, submit your abstract by 30 November 2025 🔗 buff.ly/j9hXo8U #MetabolicHealth #Nutrition
- 📢 Applications close TOMORROW for this round of Conference Attendance Award applications. Get support to attend the upcoming #HumanMovement2025 meeting. Find out more and apply today ⬇️
- Reposted by The Physiological Society🎓EDITOR'S PICK🎓 In this #ShortCommunications Stephens, @lenating.bsky.social and Cope (Emory University and Georgia Institute of Technology) question how can combinations of feedback from multiple propriosensor types signal muscle mechanical state variables for control. 📜 buff.ly/PLi6tYp
- 💡 Submit your abstracts to shape the future of #PhysiologyEducation 📚 This is a great opportunity to showcase your project or new idea at our 2026 meeting, taking place on 14 – 15 April 2026 at Newcastle University, UK. ⏰ Submit by 9 January 2026 ⬇️
