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Professor Anthony Leicht is a full Professor at James Cook University, affiliated with the College of Healthcare Sciences and the Department of Sport and Exercise Science. He is an elected member of the JCU University Council (2014–2018, 2022–2026) and holds an international reputation in human performance and exercise physiology.
His research focuses on the physiological responses to exercise, sport, and occupational tasks, as well as the assessment of physical and sporting capacity. With over 25 years of experience, he has contributed extensively to research, supervision, mentoring, and academic leadership.
Professor Leicht is recognized globally through fellowships in leading organizations including Exercise and Sports Science Australia, the European College of Sport Science, and Sports Medicine Australia.
He has held significant leadership roles, including Director of the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science at JCU (2008–2011) and Chair of the Townsville Hospital Foundation (2017–2020). His governance contributions extend to national and regional boards in sports medicine and health.
While no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his research portfolio suggests sustained engagement in applied physiology and performance science.
- Fellow of Exercise and Sports Science Australia
- Fellow of the European College of Sport Science
- Fellow of Sports Medicine Australia
Professor Leicht has supervised numerous students and mentored early-career researchers, though specific names are not listed. He has secured competitive research funding and remains actively engaged in research and academic service. He leads or collaborates with interdisciplinary teams focusing on health, performance, and physiological assessment.
He is associated with research initiatives at James Cook University related to tropical health and human performance, potentially collaborating with institutes such as the Australian Institute of Tropical Health & Medicine. His work integrates applied science with community and clinical outcomes.
