A Community of Discovery
APS members work at the frontiers of science to advance our understanding of life and health. Their efforts are leading to treatments for the deadliest and most debilitating diseases affecting humans and enhancing our understanding of topics like genetics, neuroscience, obesity and sex differences. You can be part of this vibrant community.
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Black Lives Matter
APS Stands Against Racism
A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is central to APS' core values. We stand in solidarity with our Black members and against racism. Learn more about the steps we're taking to improve our Society and share your suggestions with us.
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COVID-19 Resources
APS has collected journal articles, resources, news articles and other information to keep you informed and help you work smarter and more efficiently from home. -
The Physiologist Magazine
Smart, complex, interesting, talented and so much more…
APS members are fascinating, and not just because of the work they do. Our new magazine shines the spotlight on you. Read more… -
Function
Function provides a high caliber and broad spectrum open-access platform for researchers to publish their major advances in basic, translational, and clinical sciences. From organelles to organisms, Function seeks papers that contribute to defining the mechanistic basis of living systems in health and disease and extending the physiological understanding of biological function. -
Advancing Physiology through Education
Supporting Physiology Education at All Levels
For many, the love of physiology starts in the classroom. APS supports our members’ passion for teaching physiology to the next generation. We provide a wide variety of resources and programs built around the needs of physiology educators.
Our Members Making a Difference
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Karla Haack, PhD Lecturer, Department of Ecology, Evolution and Organismal Biology, Kennesaw State UniversityAPS member since 2013Sharing the Joys of Physiologywith Students Teaching physiology to the nurses and exercise scientists of tomorrow.
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Ann Schreihofer, PhD, FAHA, FAPS Professor, Department of Physiology and Anatomy, University of North Texas Health Science CenterAPS member since 1993Exploring the Brain HeartCirculation Link Understanding the brain’s role in regulating blood pressure in the arteries.
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Jennifer Pluznick, PhD Associate Professor of Physiology, The Johns Hopkins School of MedicineAPS member since 2002Learning how Smell ReceptorsAffect the Gut Exploring the relationship between olfactory sensors and the gut microbiota.
Learn more about Jennifer's research.
News from APS
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Newly Discovered Hormone Could Adjust Thirst Levels June 4, 2020
Explore the APS Family of Journals
APS journals serve a committed community of investigators by providing a home for important physiology research. We deliver a robust and fair publishing process that is managed by working scientists.
