University of Canberra Research Institute for Sport and Exercise

Research Professor

Julien Périard is a Research Professor and Deputy Director of the University of Canberra Research Institute for Sport and Exercise (UCRISE), where he also leads the Environmental Physiology Research Laboratory. His integrative research examines the physiological mechanisms that mediate health and performance during exercise in the heat, as well as the adaptations that stem from chronic heat exposure. His work also examines how regular exercise can build resilience against rising global temperatures. He has worked with both amateur and professional athletes from various disciplines, along with National (e.g. Australian Institute of Sport) and International Federations (e.g. World Athletics and World Triathlon). To date, Julien has published over 110 research papers and received funding from organisations such as the Australian Sports Commission, National Health and Medical Research Council, Australian Defence Science and Technology Group, and the Qatar National Research Fund.