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Biography
As a Professor of Applied Physiology at the University of Canberra, I lead research in exercise physiology, nutrition and performance, metabolic health, and the physiological stress response, using non-invasive methods such as heart rate variability and salivary bioscience. With 23 years of experience in the field, I have a strong background in physiology, human movement, nutrition and sport and exercise science. I am passionate about understanding how exercise and nutrition impact various physiological systems across different populations, and how to apply this knowledge to improve health and performance. I hold a Doctorate from Tshwane University of Technology (Exercise Immunology), a Master of Medical Science (Physiology) from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, and a Bachelors of Human Movement Studies (Hons) from Rhodes University. I am also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA) and have trained in Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy for metabolic health.
Research Interests
- Dysfunctions in the stress-response, inflammation and bioenergetic systems in mental illness: Targets for exercise and nutrition interventions.
- Immune/Inflammatory responses to exercise
- Monitoring disease, health and adaptation to exercise using non-invasive methods e.g. heart rate variability, salivary biomarkers,
- Strategies to reduce severity of and enhance recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage
- Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy for metabolic health in chronic disease including severe mental illness
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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REAL Project: The Effects of Green Rooibos Tea Extract on Anxiety Levels (REAL) Project
Naumovski, N. (CI) & Mckune, A. (CoI)
1/08/23 → 1/08/25
Project: Research
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Evaluating the physical demands of women's rugby union
PYNE, D. (CI), Field, B. (CoI) & Mckune, A. (CoI)
27/02/23 → 27/02/26
Project: Research
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Evaluation of Aquacore™ and PowerTubes to enhance strength, power, and stability, in recreationally active athletes
MASON, B. (CI), PYNE, D. (CoI), Mckune, A. (CoI) & BALL, N. (CoI)
15/03/23 → 15/12/23
Project: Research
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THESleep Project: The effect of green tea amino acid L-Theanine formulation on reduction of stress and improvements in sleep (THESLeep Project)
Naumovski, N. (CI), Mckune, A. (CoI) & Bulman, A. (CoI)
7/03/23 → 28/10/24
Project: Research
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Evaluation of the Northside Community Service CHANGE program
Mckune, A. (CI) & D'CUNHA, N. (CoI)
18/04/22 → 30/12/22
Project: Research
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Comparison of stable load, unstable load and variable resistance training interventions
Mason, B. R. J., Lea, R., McKune, A. J., Pyne, D. B. & Ball, N. B., 2025, In: International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching. p. 1-12 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Concerns regarding interpretation in systematic review of exercise and endothelial glycocalyx
Bolger, C., Pyne, D. B. & McKune, A. J., 16 Apr 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: European Journal of Clinical Investigation. p. 1-3 3 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › peer-review
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Mental health consequences of early life stress in children – The autonomic nervous system as a potential target for early detection and intervention?
Venn, R., Sigrist, C., Rudzki, S., D'Cunha, N. M., Buchhorn, R., Koenig, J., Northey, J. M., Naumovski, N. & McKune, A. J., 2025, In: Psychoneuroendocrinology. 179, p. 1-7 7 p., 107505.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Methods for Capturing and Quantifying Contact Events in Collision Sports
Bolger, C., Mara, J., Field, B., Pyne, D. B. & McKune, A. J., 27 Mar 2025, In: Sports. 13, 4, p. 1-16 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Molecular hydrogen inhalation modulates resting metabolism in healthy females: findings from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study
Grepl, P., Botek, M., Krejčí, J. & McKune, A., 2025, In: Medical Gas Research. p. 1-14 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review