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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A New Vision for APS
Finding fresh ways to showcase the achievement of our members, provide the most value to young researchers and support the discipline of physiology are top priorities for APS. Watch as Executive Director Scott Steen lays out the vision for the future of the Society.
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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. -
Advocating for Physiology
Stand Up and Be Heard
APS and its members advocate on Capitol Hill and elsewhere to raise the profile of issues that affect scientists and their work. Keep up with the latest news and information in our focus areas—including federal research funding and animal research—and learn more about how you can speak up on behalf of science. -
Awarding Excellence
Recognizing Excellence in Physiology
APS provides more than $1 million in awards and grants each year to recognize excellence in physiological research and education as part of our mission to advance scientific discovery, understand life and improve health. These awards are a vital investment in researchers of all career levels and in the future of physiology.
Our Members Making a Difference
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Dee U. Silverthorn, PhD, FAPS Distinguished Teaching Professor of Physiology, Dell Medical School, University of Texas at AustinAPS Member Since 1977Spreading the Love for PhysiologyGlobally Reaching the world through her best-selling textbook -
Michael S. Hedrick, PhD, FAPS Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, California State University, East BayAPS Member Since 1991Lessons from Baby AlligatorsExploring how vertebrate cardiovascular systems evolved to thrive in low-oxygen environments -
Bina Joe, PhD Distinguished University Professor, Chair, Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life SciencesAPS Member Since 2004Decreasing Risk forHypertension Learning to control blood pressure through our microbiomes
Discover more about how APS supports and champions our members’ work through grant programs, globally-recognized journals and meetings, career support, member recognition, connections with other scientists, and much more
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.
News from APS
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Research Suggests Eyes Reflect Upcoming Decisions March 26, 2020