Dr Ashleigh Smith

I am a Senior Lecturer in Exercise Physiology, steering committee member of UniSA Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA) research centre and a CAIN affiliate member. As an exercise neurophysiologist my research vision is to reduce age-related disability in older adults through applying novel sustainable and enjoyable interventions and exploring the nexus between physical activity, brain function, and cognitive health. I have a strong interdisciplinary track record spanning the fields of neurophysiology, exercise physiology, and cognitive neuroscience. I am currently investigating best days (physical activity, sleep and sedentary behaviour) and best diets to protect against dementia in late life. This project is funded through an NHMRC Dementia Prevention Priority grant.