The American Physiological Society (APS) Comparative and Evolutionary Physiology Section (CEPS) fosters an integrative approach to physiological problem solving. Influenced by the philosophies of Claude Bernard and August Krogh, comparative physiologists select the best animal models with which to study their problem of interest. Phylogenetically informed studies comparing physiological responses across multiple species of animals allow us to find generalizable physiological functions and discover the unique characteristics that let a specific animal tolerate challenges that others may not.
CEPS is dedicated to fostering student and postdoctoral development, and encourages section members to take an active role in APS committees and symposia organization. Our section’s highest honor, the August Krogh Distinguished Lecture, is supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, which also generously supports numerous CEPS trainee awards. These awards are given annually at the APS annual meeting.
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"I have been an APS member since 1996 when I joined as a graduate student and have been a longstanding member of the Comparative & Evolutionary Physiology Section ever since. I have been privileged to serve on several committees over the course of my membership and APS has provided several opportunities for participation in leadership roles. I am now honored to serve as the chair of the section. I look forward to working with membership to ensure the success of APS and our section."
Dane Crossley, PhD, FAPS, University of North Texas
Meet our Steering Committee Members
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Dane Alan Crossley, PhD
University of North Texas
Chair -
Lynn Hartzler, PhD
Wright State University
Past Chair -
Cassondra L Williams, PhD
National Marine Mammal Foundation
Secretary -
Cord Michael Brundage, DVM, PhD
University of Wisconsin- La Crosse
Treasurer -
Erica Heinrich
University of California, Riverside
Chair, Program Working Group -
Karen Leanna Sweazea, PhD
Arizona State University
Chair, Awards Committee -
Colleen G. Farmer, PhD
University of Utah
Committee on Committees Rep -
Allyson Gayle Hindle, PhD
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
ex-officio AJP Regu Editor -
Daniel Edward Warren, PhD
Saint Louis University
Councilor Social Media -
Jessica Whitaker-Fornek, PhD
University of Florida
Trainee Advisory Committee Rep
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