Meegan Walker

Dr. Meegan Walker is a Lecturer in Exercise Physiology at the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), School of Health. She holds a PhD from UniSC, a BHK in Exercise Science from Brock University, and an MSc in Exercise Physiology from Calgary. She is an accredited Exercise Physiologist (ESSA) and Discipline Representative for Learning & Teaching.

• Education: PhD (UniSC), BHK (Br.Col.), MSc (Calg.)
• Affiliations: VasoActive Research Group, Queensland Cardiovascular Research Network

Research Focus: Cardiovascular adaptations to exercise, vascular control of blood flow, and applied clinical skills training. Her work explores oxidative stress impacts on endothelial function, dietary nitrate effects, and passive movement therapies for peripheral arterial disease and cancer patients. She investigates menopause-related vascular changes and highly processed food effects on blood vessel stiffness.

Professional Contributions: Member of the Queensland Cardiovascular Research Network Steering Committee and Cancer Council Australia patient education initiatives. Active in clinical exercise physiology education for chronic disease management and occupational rehabilitation.

Labs/Teams: VasoActive Research Group at UniSC, collaborating on vascular health and mechanistic links between exercise, diet, and vascular health.