Adelaide Research Network for Chronobiology in Health and Disease

Scientific Director
Associate Professor DJ Kennaway, Discipline of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Adelaide

Key Participants

University of Adelaide

University of South Australia

Sansom Institute
Dr J Morrison
Centre for Sleep Research
Professor D Dawson
Dr SA Ferguson
Dr S Baulk

Flinders University of South Australia

School of Psychology
Professor L Lack
Dr HR Wright

Overall Aims of the Research Network

The central aim of the Adelaide Research Network for Chronobiology in Health and Disease will be to lead research on the fundamental processes which underpin biological rhythmicity and human health.

This will be achieved through a structured program of research, reflecting the current questions of major international interest in the field of chronobiology, with a particular focus on the effects of disrupted circadian rhythmicity on health, including metabolic homeostasis, sleep, cancer, fertility and cardiovascular disease.

The research in the Network will be characterised by the application of state of the art technology in rigorous experimental protocols and the rapid communication of research outcomes to the broader international research community.

With important links with industry the Network is also well placed to rapidly translate the research outcomes into the community.

The Network will be internationally recognised for the training of emerging post graduate and post doctoral scientists in chronobiology.

Scientific Aims of the Research Network

1.  The definition of the specific mechanisms by which the environment and the internal biological timing systems together modulate cellular functions.

2. The elucidation of the mechanisms by which circadian rhythm disruption (including shift work and sleep deprivation) alters organ functions.

3. The identification of the mechanisms by which nocturnal work activity and eating increases the risk of developing serious disease, including metabolic syndrome and cancer.

4. The identification of potential opportunities for intervention to eliminate or reduce the risk of circadian rhythm disruption and its consequences.

Contact Us

For general information on the Adelaide Research Network for Chronobiology in Health and Disease contact:

Associate Professor David Kennway
Discipline of Obsterics and Gynaecology
School of Paediatrics and Reproductive Health
Faculty of Health Sciences
University of Adelaide South Australia 5005

Telephone: +61 8 8303 4090
Fascimile: +66 8 8303 4099
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