Simon Rosenbaum

Simon Rosenbaum

Simon Rosenbaum is a Professor in the Discipline of Psychiatry and Mental Health at UNSW Sydney and co-lead of the NExuS research group (Nutrition, Exercise, and Social Equity). His research focuses on the intersection of physical activity and mental health, particularly for populations exposed to trauma and social disadvantage. He has authored over 280 peer-reviewed publications and received accolades such as the 2024 NSW Young Tall Poppy and Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2019–2024).

Professional Roles:

• Past President of the Australasian Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ASTSS, 2021–2023)
• Inaugural Co-Chair of the Olympic Refuge Foundation’s Think Tank (2021–2023)
• Member of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA, 2015–2021)

Research Interests: Non-pharmacological treatments for mental health, humanitarian settings, and low-income countries. His work includes founding Addi Moves, a trauma-informed exercise facility for marginalized groups.

Awards:

• NSW Young Tall Poppy (2024)
• Clarivate Highly Cited Researcher (2019–2024)

International Experience: Visiting appointments in Bangladesh, Colombia, and Italy, and fieldwork with the UNHCR in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh (2020–2021).