2020 Integrative Physiology of Exercise Conference - 2020 Integrative Physiology of Exercise Conference - Project Summary/Abstract
The purpose of this proposal is to seek support for the APS Conference entitled “2020
Integrative Physiology of Exercise Conference” scheduled for November 11-13, 2020 in
Austin, Texas. The last meeting was held in 2016. This is a premier exercise physiology
meeting that focuses on the underlying mechanisms by which exercise benefits health. The
field of exercise physiology has a rich history that has provided a foundational framework for
key discoveries over the past century related to exercise and health. The 2020 IPE meeting
theme will be “Distinguished Past, Bright Future” to build upon this rich history and forward
momentum emerging in exercise physiology. The meeting will have a strong emphasis on
trainee involvement with activities at multiple levels (oral presentations, posters, workshops,
chaperone program and exercise physiology quiz bowl competition - jeopardy style).
Since our last meeting in 2016, there have been numerous new developments that need to
be reviewed. Of note was that the NIH sponsored Molecular Transducers of Physical Activity
Consortium (MoTrPAC) was recently established to build a molecular map to better
understand how exercise enhances health and ameliorates disease. The program includes a
MoTrPAC symposium to update the scientific community on the progress to date.
Additionally, the program reflects recent developments and combines presentations from
leading authorities with presentations from young investigators and trainees in exercise
physiology. The meeting will concentrate on the role of exercise in health and disease, with
an emphasis on translating basic research into applied outcomes across a spectrum of
organs/tissues (skeletal muscle, liver, brain, adipose tissue, hormonal communication) and
populations (children, young and old adults, untrained, highly trained, diseased, space
travelers). Ample time for poster sessions, workshops and planned activities will allow for in-
depth discussions among trainees, young scientists and established investigators.