The annual postgraduate student conference has a rich history in providing up and coming researchers with an opportunity to present their current findings.

We welcome all students from all universities enrolled in postgraduate studies in the field of human movements and nutrition sciences to attend and collaborate with fellow researchers in your respective discipline.

Details

This conference is organised annually by the HMNS HDR Executive Committee, and aims to foster excellence, collaboration and real-world impact in health research and practice. It provides postgraduate students an opportunity to present in a supportive environment.

This year’s theme is ‘Pursuing Excellence’, showcasing the diverse and innovative research of our postgraduate students and staff across disciplines including:

  • Sports medicine and psychology
  • Biomechanics, motor control and ergonomics
  • Sport and exercise science and exercise physiology
  • Sport and exercise history, society and culture 
  • Physiotherapy
  • Public health 
  • Nutrition and dietetics 
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health

Benefits of attending

  • Experience presenting in front of like-minded students in a supportive environment
  • Prepare for upcoming presentations required for your HDR (e.g. confirmation milestone, conferences)
  • Translate research findings for a broader audience
  • Learn about current research and innovations in human movement and nutrition science 
  • Engage in collaborative learning to gain essential insights for navigating the postgraduate journey 
  • Network with other students, staff and attendees

Registration

Registrations close 5pm Friday 17 October (AEST).

Complete the registration form to register.

Contact

If you have any questions, please email a team member from the HMNS HDR Executive Committee:

Presentations

Program and presentation lengths to be confirmed.

You will receive details of your presentation once confirmed.

Presentation slide format: Powerpoint (.pptx)

Sponsors

Each year, the Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences Postgraduate Student Conference relies on the generous support of its sponsors to provide students with a platform to develop their research and professional skills. There are several sponsorship packages available, if you would like more information, please contact Kiara (k.too@uq.edu.au), Evie (e.gardiner@uq.edu.au) and/or Grace (g.ike@uq.edu.au).

Getting there

The event will be held at UQ St Lucia, ViewPoint Room (UQ Sport, Building 33).

Transport

We encourage all attendees to utilise public transport when travelling to the conference. Translink can advise suitable times when travelling by bus, train, or ferry.

Social event

There will be a networking opportunity at Saint Lucy Caffé e Cucina following the final afternoon session.

About HMNS Postgraduate Student Conference

The annual postgraduate student conference has a rich history in providing up and coming researchers with an opportunity to present their current findings.

We welcome all students from all universities enrolled in postgraduate studies in the field of human movements and nutrition sciences to attend and collaborate with fellow researchers in your respective discipline. 

Venue

UQ St Lucia
Room: 
ViewPoint Room (UQ Sport, Building 33)