Abbie Smith-Ryan

Associate Chair for Research & Director of Applied Physiology Lab

Abbie Smith-Ryan is a Professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science, where she serves as the Associate Chair for Research, and Director of the Applied Physiology Lab. 

She is an active researcher in the field of body composition, metabolism, sport nutrition and exercise performance, with a special interest in female health. 

Dr. Smith-Ryan contributes to the current body of scientific literature with over 200 peer-reviewed manuscripts, a number of scholastic books and book chapters, and international/national presentations. 

She is a leader in the field and has been recognised by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as the Outstanding Sports Scientist of the Year (2022), Young Investigator of the Year (2015), and the Nutrition Researcher of the Year (2013). 

Dr. Smith-Ryan has a passion for improving the health and quality of life of others through evidence-based research. As a former collegiate athlete and mum of 2 young kids, Abbie has a passion for using nutrition and dietary supplements to optimise health and quality of life.