Associate Professor Stephen Anderson
Associate Professor

Stephen Anderson

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Background

Stephen is a physiologist with expertise in endocrinology. His laboratory examines the hormonal control of growth, metabolism, appetite, and reproduction. He seeks to unravel how hormones regulate physiological mechanisms in healthy individuals versus those that occur in disease states.

During his academic career Stephen has taught physiology to more than 40,000 students across biomedical science, animal and veterinary sciences, allied health, and medicine. Stephen has received numerous teaching accolades and was honoured with a national Australian Learning and Teaching Council Citation in 2009. From 2019 to 2024 Stephen was Director of Teaching and Learning in the School of Biomedical Sciences. In 2020, Stephen received a UQ excellence commendation for leading his School's teaching response in COVID, and was awarded Academic Leader of the Year within the UQ Faculty of Medicine.

In biomedical education research Stephen is currently investigating how students develop capabilities during their undergraduate studies that support their future professional roles. He has a keen interest in metacognition of learning, self-regulation of learning, and lifelong learning.

Availability

Associate Professor Stephen Anderson is:
Available for supervision

Fields of research

Agricultural, Veterinary and Food Sciences Animal growth and development Animal physiology - cell Animal physiology - systems Animal production Animal reproduction and breeding Biological Sciences Biomedical and Clinical Sciences Cell physiology Comparative physiology Foetal development and medicine Medical physiology Reproduction Systems physiology Veterinary anatomy and physiology Veterinary sciences Zoology

Qualifications

  • Bachelor (Honours) of Agriculture, University of Sydney
  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of New England Australia
  • Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, The University of Queensland
  • Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Education Management, University of Melbourne

Research interests

  • Dealing with complexity.

    Learning in the 21st century is about developing a highly valuable skill set for the future. Beyond specific subject knowledge, 21st century skills are often defined as ways of thinking, ways of working, and ways of living. Our research focus is on "ways of thinking" which includes creativity and innovation, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, learning to learn, and metacognition. It is about helping students develop the capability to be responsive and adaptive. Stephen's research specifically investigates how students comprehend and deal with complexity, seeking to better support pre-clinical biomedical and allied health students develop such capability for future career success.

  • Bone Mineral Metabolism

    The physiology of phosphorus and calcium metabolism during pregnancy and lactation is intriguing. Maternal bone stores are often drawn upon to supplement dietary intake to meet the high mineral demand of a rapidly growing foetus before birth and to support lactation in the postpartum period. Replenishment of maternal bone stores are necessary for future reproductive success. With adequate nutrition such replacement will occur in annual breeding cycles of many animals. However in animals grazing grasslands phosphorus deficiency occurs and is a major challenge. Our research seeks to extend our knowledge in applied physiology and nutrition to aid practical management of phosphorus deficiency in Australian cattle.

Research impacts

A report to Meat and Livestock Australia on our research project "Improved management of cattle phosphorus status through applied physiology" can be viewed here. Our research formed the basis of an evidence based approach for cattle producers to assess and manage the risk of P deficiency in cattle - see the new MLA phosphorus hub here.

Stephen was scientific consultant for National Geo documentary series "Moody Beasts" produced by Wildbear Entertainment, a quirky look at how hormones drive animals wild.

Search Professor Stephen Anderson’s works on UQ eSpace

172 works between 1994 and 2024
All (172) Journal Article (67) Book Chapter (2) Conference Publication (101) Other Outputs (2)

101 - 120 of 172 works

2012

Conference Publication

Human white coat hypertension: a community based feline model

Reeve-Johnson, M. K., Rand, J. S., Anderson, S., Vankan, D. and Reeve-Johnson, L. G. (2012). Human white coat hypertension: a community based feline model. 12th International Congress of the European Association for Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (EAVPT 2012), Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands, 8-12 July 2012. Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom: Wiley-Blackwell.

Human white coat hypertension: a community based feline model

2012

Conference Publication

Gene expression in the liver of sheep fed diets of different protein and energy content

Quigley, S. P., Poppi, D. P., Anderson, S.T., Isherwood, P., Costa, D. and Nattrass, G. S. (2012). Gene expression in the liver of sheep fed diets of different protein and energy content. 2nd Australian and New Zealand Societies of Animal Production Joint Conference, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2-5 July 2012. Collingwood, VIC, Australia: Australian Society of Animal Production.

Gene expression in the liver of sheep fed diets of different protein and energy content

2012

Conference Publication

Glucose and insulin dynamics in mares and their foals

Dobbs, T. N., Foote, C. E., Cawdell-Smith, A. J., Anderson, S. T., Boston, R. C. and Bryden, W. L. (2012). Glucose and insulin dynamics in mares and their foals. 4th Australasian Equine Science Symposium, Gold Coast , Australia, 13-15 June 2012. Gatton, Australia: The University of Queensand, School of Agriculture and Food Sciences.

Glucose and insulin dynamics in mares and their foals

2012

Conference Publication

Bone biomarkers in mar-foal pairs through the first four months of foal life

Barton, A. J., Anderson, S. T., Cawdell-Smith, A. J., Kidd, L. J. and Greer, R. M. (2012). Bone biomarkers in mar-foal pairs through the first four months of foal life. 4th Australasian Equine Science Symposium, Gold Coast, QLD Australia, 13-15 June 2012.

Bone biomarkers in mar-foal pairs through the first four months of foal life

2012

Journal Article

Equine amnionitis and fetal loss: Mare abortion following experimental exposure to Processionary caterpillars (Ochrogaster lunifer)

Cawdell-Smith, A.J., Todhunter, K.H., Anderson, S.T., Perkins, N.R. and Bryden, W.L. (2012). Equine amnionitis and fetal loss: Mare abortion following experimental exposure to Processionary caterpillars (Ochrogaster lunifer). Equine Veterinary Journal, 44 (3), 282-288. doi: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.2011.00424.x

Equine amnionitis and fetal loss: Mare abortion following experimental exposure to Processionary caterpillars (Ochrogaster lunifer)

2012

Conference Publication

Endocrine responses in Processionary caterpillar induced EAFL

Cawdell-Smith, A. J., Anderson, S. T., Todhunter, K. H., Perkins, N. R. and Bryden, W. L. (2012). Endocrine responses in Processionary caterpillar induced EAFL. 4th Australasian Equine Science Symposium, Gold Coast, Australia, 13-15 June 2012. Gatton, Australia: The University of Queensand, School of Agriculture and Food Sciences.

Endocrine responses in Processionary caterpillar induced EAFL

2012

Conference Publication

Lactation is associated with increased circulation oestradiol levels in mares at ovulation and throughout early pregnancy

Cawdell-Smith, A. J., Anderson, S. T., Liu, A. and Bryden, W. L. (2012). Lactation is associated with increased circulation oestradiol levels in mares at ovulation and throughout early pregnancy. 4th Australasian Equine Science Symposium, Gold Coast, Australia, 13-15 June 2012. Gatton, Australia: The University of Queensand, School of Agriculture and Food Sciences.

Lactation is associated with increased circulation oestradiol levels in mares at ovulation and throughout early pregnancy

2012

Conference Publication

Diagnostic challenges of diabetes mellitus: community based research for a human and feline epidemic

Reeve-Johnson, M. K., Rand, J. S., Vankan, D., Anderson, S. and Reeve-Johnson, L. G. (2012). Diagnostic challenges of diabetes mellitus: community based research for a human and feline epidemic. 12th International Congress of the European Association for Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology (EAVPT 2012), Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands, 8-12 July 2012. Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom: Wiley-Blackwell.

Diagnostic challenges of diabetes mellitus: community based research for a human and feline epidemic

2012

Conference Publication

Role of inflammation in the pathogenesis of fatty liver haemorrhagic syndrome in laying hens

Shini, A., Shini, S., Filippich, L. J., Anderson, S. T. and Bryden, W. L. (2012). Role of inflammation in the pathogenesis of fatty liver haemorrhagic syndrome in laying hens. Australian Poultry Science Symposium (23rd, APSS, 2012), Sydney, Australia, 20-22 February 2012. Sydney, Australia: University of Sydney Poultry Research Foundation.

Role of inflammation in the pathogenesis of fatty liver haemorrhagic syndrome in laying hens

2012

Conference Publication

Gene expression in the arcuate nuclei of sheep fed diets of variable protein and energy content

Quigley, S. P., Anderson, S. T., Poppi, D. P., Isherwood, P., Costa, D. and Nattrass, G. S. (2012). Gene expression in the arcuate nuclei of sheep fed diets of variable protein and energy content. 2nd Australian and New Zealand Societies of Animal Production Joint Conference, Christchurch, New Zealand, 2-5 July 2012. Collingwood, VIC, Australia: Australian Society of Animal Production.

Gene expression in the arcuate nuclei of sheep fed diets of variable protein and energy content

2012

Conference Publication

Stress responses in young, stabled horses can be modified by music

Wilson, M. E., Phillips, C. J. C., Lisle, A. T., Anderson, S. T. and Cawdell-Smith, A. J. (2012). Stress responses in young, stabled horses can be modified by music. 4th Australasian Equine Science Symposium, Gold Coast , Australia, 13-15 June 2012. Gatton, Australia: The University of Queensand, School of Agriculture and Food Sciences.

Stress responses in young, stabled horses can be modified by music

2011

Conference Publication

Dietary protein level and glucose and insulin dynamics in mature geldings

Barton, K.D., Foote, C.E., Cawdell-Smith, A.J., Anderson, S.T., Boston, R.C. and Bryden, W.L. (2011). Dietary protein level and glucose and insulin dynamics in mature geldings. Recent Advances in Animal Nutrition in Australia, UNE, Armidale, NSW, Australia, July, 2011. Armidale, NSW, Australia: Animal Science, University of New England.

Dietary protein level and glucose and insulin dynamics in mature geldings

2011

Conference Publication

Effect of music on the behavioural and physiological responses of stabled weanlings

Wilson, M. E., Phillips, C. J. C., Lisle, A. T., Anderson, S. T., Bryden, W. L. and Cawdell-Smith, A. J. (2011). Effect of music on the behavioural and physiological responses of stabled weanlings. 2011 Equine Science Society Symposium, Murfreesboro, TN, United States, 31 May - 3 June 2011. Champaign, IL, United States: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/j.jevs.2011.03.157

Effect of music on the behavioural and physiological responses of stabled weanlings

2011

Conference Publication

Chronic Low Dose Ethanol Exposure Alters Glucose Homeostasis

Moritz, Karen M., Heshusius, Caitlyn, Quinn, Kylie, Garbedjer, Emelie, Tep, Karrona, Anderson, Stephen, Wlodek, Mary E. and Probyn, Megan E. (2011). Chronic Low Dose Ethanol Exposure Alters Glucose Homeostasis. 7th World Congress on Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD), Portland, Oregon, United States, 18–21 September 2011. Cambridge, England, U.K.: Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/S204017441100047X

Chronic Low Dose Ethanol Exposure Alters Glucose Homeostasis

2011

Conference Publication

Fasting insulin status and osteochondritis dissecans in Thoroughbred yearlings

Dobbs, T.N., Foote, C.E., Cawdell-Smith, A.J., Anderson, S.T. and Bryden, W.L. (2011). Fasting insulin status and osteochondritis dissecans in Thoroughbred yearlings. Recent Advances in Animal Nutrition in Australia, Armidale, NSW, Australia, July 2011. Armidale, Australia: Animal Science, University of New England.

Fasting insulin status and osteochondritis dissecans in Thoroughbred yearlings

2011

Conference Publication

The role of Horses in the Undergraduate Equine Science Program at The University Of Queensland

Cawdell-Smith, A. Judith, Hohenhaus, Mark A., Coyle, Mitchell P., Delzoppo, Nina S., Anderson, Stephen T. and Bryden, Wayne L. (2011). The role of Horses in the Undergraduate Equine Science Program at The University Of Queensland. National Association of Equine Affliated Academics 2011 Conference, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, 30-31 May 2011. Cazenovia, New York: NAEAA.

The role of Horses in the Undergraduate Equine Science Program at The University Of Queensland

2011

Conference Publication

Glucose and insulin dynamics in neonatal foals: influence of maternal diet

Dobbs, T.N., Foote, C.E., Cawdell-Smith, A.J., Anderson, S.T., Boston, R.C. and Bryden, W.L. (2011). Glucose and insulin dynamics in neonatal foals: influence of maternal diet. 2011 Equine Science Society Symposium, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, 31st May - 3rd June 2011. Elsevier Inc..

Glucose and insulin dynamics in neonatal foals: influence of maternal diet

2010

Conference Publication

Caterpillars and equine fetal loss: An Australian perspective

Cawdell-Smith, A.J., Todhunter. K.H., Anderson, S.T., Perkins, N.R. and Bryden, W.L. (2010). Caterpillars and equine fetal loss: An Australian perspective. 10th International Symposium on Equine Reproduction, Lexington, KY, U.S.A., 26-30 July, 2010. Netherlands: Elsevier BV.

Caterpillars and equine fetal loss: An Australian perspective

2010

Conference Publication

Equine insulin dynamics and dietary protein

Barton, K. D., Foote, C. E., Cawdell-Smith, A. J., Anderson, S. T., Boston, R. C. and Bryden, W. L. (2010). Equine insulin dynamics and dietary protein. 3rd Australasian Equine Science Symposium 2010, Gold Coast, Australia, 3-5 June 2010.

Equine insulin dynamics and dietary protein

2010

Conference Publication

Liver gene expression in suckled and weaned beef cows

Hisham, M. N., Quigley, S. P., Anderson, S., Phillips, N. J., Loor, J. J. and D'Occhio, M. J. (2010). Liver gene expression in suckled and weaned beef cows. 7th Asian Reproductive Biotechnology Society Conference, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 8 - 10 November 2010.

Liver gene expression in suckled and weaned beef cows

Current funding

  • 2014 - 2025
    Development of a transdermal technology to deliver analgesia to cattle undergoing surgical husbandry procedures.
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2019 - 2022
    Increased pasture intake and reduced supplement requirements of sheep/cattle
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2017
    Heat Stress Nutrition Program
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2018
    Target dry season weight gains for weaner heifers
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2017
    Alleviating stress responses in farm animals by using natural plant-derived odours
    UQ Collaboration and Industry Engagement Fund - FirstLink
    Open grant
  • 2016 - 2019
    Treating Equine Laminitis (ARC Linkage Project administered by QUT)
    Queensland University of Technology
    Open grant
  • 2015 - 2018
    A comparison of topical imidacloprid and orally administered spinosad in preventing feeding by newly-acquired fleas
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Effect of ionophore lasalocid on the digestibility of bone minerals in lactating cows
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2016
    Validation of a simple test to confirm desexing status in female dogs surrendered to animal shelters or with ovarian remnant syndrome
    John & Mary Kibble Trust
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Bone metabolism in dairy cows
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2015
    Heat stress nutrition program
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2015
    Development of a histamine release model by assessing detection limit and ability to quantitate flea antigen
    UniQuest Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2019
    Gut integrity and inflammation in heat stressed cattle (Meat and Livestock Australia grant administered by CSIRO)
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2016
    Enhancing compensatory growth through increasing skeletal growth in the dry season
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2017
    Improved management of cattle phosphorus status through applied physiology
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2012
    Linking bone metabolic status to energy metabolism in cattle - Transition cow study
    Dairy Australia
    Open grant
  • 2009
    Liquid Scintillation Spectroscopy Facility
    UQ School/Centre Co-Funding
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2012
    Maternal metabolic status and the occurrence of OCD in Thoroughbred foals
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2005
    Signalling cross-talk through Suppressors Of Cytokine Signalling (SOCS) initiates luteolysis in the ovary
    ARC Discovery Projects
    Open grant
  • 1999
    Evaluation of the newly discovered prolactin releasing peptides (PRP31 and PRP20)
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1997
    Hypothalamic neuropeptides that rugulate pituitary hormone secretion
    ARC Australian Research Council (Small grants)
    Open grant
  • 1996
    The role of dopamine autoreceptors in the hypothalamus
    University of Queensland New Staff Research Grant
    Open grant

Availability

Associate Professor Stephen Anderson is:
Available for supervision

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Available projects

Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Diabetic Cats in Remission

    Associate Advisor

Completed supervision

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