
Overview
Background
Professor Brown's research interests focus on physical activity and the prevention and management of chronic illness at a population level. To date, much of her research has been in the areas of obesity and the health and well being of Australian women.
Professor Wendy Brown joined the UQ School of Human Movement Studies in 2000 as the first professor in physical activity and health. Her educational qualifications are in human biology and physiology, exercise physiology, and health and physical education. She has had a diverse career path, working in both secondary and tertiary education, as well as public and private health promotion. Prior to her move to Queensland, she was the Director of the Research Institute for Gender and Health at the University of Newcastle, where she was a founding investigator and manager of the Australian Longitudinal Study of Women's Health. This project has been tracking the health of over 40,000 women for ten years. She was also a Chief Investigator on the "10,000 Steps Rockhampton" project which aimed to increase the physical activity levels of a community of approximately 60,000 people. In addition to her teaching and research commitments, she devotes considerable time to professional and policy development through her work with government departments, the National Heart Foundation, and Sports Medicine Australia. In the last five years, she has contributed to research grants with a value of more than $26,000,000, published more than 120 articles in national and international journals, and written numerous research reports.
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown is:
- Available for supervision
- Media expert
Qualifications
- Bachelor (Honours) of Science (Advanced), University of Birmingham
- Postgraduate Diploma, Loughborough University
- Masters (Coursework) of Science, Loughborough University
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Newcastle
Research interests
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Physical activity
Physical activity and its role in the prevention and management of chronic illness at a population level
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Women's health
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Obesity
Works
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2007
Conference Publication
Physical activity in the lives of older adults: The relative contribution of demographic, health, psychological, social, and environmental correlates
Jackson, S. A., Miller, Y. D., Cotterill, T., Brown, W. J., O'Dwyer, S., Marsh, H. W. and Martin, A. J. (2007). Physical activity in the lives of older adults: The relative contribution of demographic, health, psychological, social, and environmental correlates. 42nd Annual Conference of the Australian Psychological Society, Brisbane, Qld, Australia, 25-29 September, 2007. Basingstoke, United Kingdom: Taylor and Francis. doi: 10.1080/00049530701658675
2007
Conference Publication
Dietary patterns among Australian women at different stages of the lifecourse
Mishra, G., McNaughton, S., Brown, W., Ball, K., Giles, G. and Dobson, A. (2007). Dietary patterns among Australian women at different stages of the lifecourse. Joint New Zealand & Australian Nutrition Societies Conference & Annual Scientific Meeting, Auckland, New Zealand, 5 - 7 December.
2007
Conference Publication
Promoting physical activity to women
Brown W. J. (2007). Promoting physical activity to women. 2007 Active Living Congress: Building Capacity for Physical Activity in Western Australia, Fremantle, WA, Australia, 21-23 March 2007. Heart Foundation.
2007
Journal Article
Effects of "10,000 Steps Ghent" A whole-community invervention
De Cocker, Katrien A., De Bourdeaudhuij, Ilse M., Brown, Wendy J. and Cardon, Greet M. (2007). Effects of "10,000 Steps Ghent" A whole-community invervention. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, 33 (6), 455-463. doi: 10.1016/j.amepre.2007.07.037
2007
Journal Article
A qualitative review of the role of Qigong in the management of diabetes
Xin, Liu,, Miller, Yvette D. and Brown, Wendy J. (2007). A qualitative review of the role of Qigong in the management of diabetes. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 13 (4), 427-433. doi: 10.1089/acm.2006.6052
2007
Journal Article
Incidence, etiology, and symptomatology of upper respiratory illness in elite athletes
Spence, Luke, Brown, Wendy J., Pyne, David B., Nissen, Michael D., Sloots, Theo P., McCormack, Joseph G., Locke, A. Simon and Fricker, Peter A. (2007). Incidence, etiology, and symptomatology of upper respiratory illness in elite athletes. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 39 (4), 577-586. doi: 10.1249/mss.0b013e31802e851a
2007
Conference Publication
Dose-response relationship between physical activity and physical health outcomes
Heesch, K., Byles, J., Miller, Y. and Brown, W. (2007). Dose-response relationship between physical activity and physical health outcomes. "be active '07" 2007 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Adelaide, South Australia, 13-16 October, 2007. Amsterdam, The Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/S1440-2440(07)70119-6
2007
Conference Publication
The International University Walking Project: Comparison of Step Counts and Sitting Times at Different Sites
Brown, Wendy J, Gilson, Nicholas, McKenna, Jim and Ribera, Anna Puig (2007). The International University Walking Project: Comparison of Step Counts and Sitting Times at Different Sites. American College of Sports Medicine, New Orleans, 30 may – 2 June, 2007.
2007
Conference Publication
Is physical activity beneficial for menstrual problems? Results from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health
van Poppel, M., Miller, Y. D. and Brown, W. (2007). Is physical activity beneficial for menstrual problems? Results from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health. Sixth Annual Conference of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Oslo, Norway, 20-23 June, 2007. Amsterdam, The Netherlands: ISBNPA.
2007
Conference Publication
The International University Walking Project: Step counts, sitting times and health status
Gilson, Nicholas D., McKenna, Jim, Ribera, Anna Puig and Brown, Wendy (2007). The International University Walking Project: Step counts, sitting times and health status. ACSM 54th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LO, U.S.A., 30 May-2 June 2007. Maryland, MO, U.S.A.: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. doi: 10.1249/01.mss.0000273920.08664.47
2007
Conference Publication
Physical activity: It's not only about weight loss
Brown, W. (2007). Physical activity: It's not only about weight loss. Heart Foundation Parliamentary Session: Benefits of Physical Activity and How to Make Parliament a Healthier Environment, Brisbane, Australia, 8 August 2007.
2007
Conference Publication
The effect of a home-based walking program and glucosamine sulphate supplementation on physical function in persons with hip or knee osteoarthritis
Ng, N., Heesch, K. C. and Brown, W. J. (2007). The effect of a home-based walking program and glucosamine sulphate supplementation on physical function in persons with hip or knee osteoarthritis. "be active '07" 2007 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Adelaide, South Australia, 13-16 October, 2007. Amsterdam, The Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/S1440-2440(07)70329-8
2007
Conference Publication
Effects of '10,000 Steps Ghent': A multi-strategy physical activity intervention in a community
De Cocker, K., Cardon, G., Brown, W. and De Bourdeaudhuij, I. (2007). Effects of '10,000 Steps Ghent': A multi-strategy physical activity intervention in a community. Sixth Annual Conference of the International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, Oslo, Norway, 20-23 June, 2007. Amsterdam, The Netherlands: ISBNPA.
2007
Conference Publication
Walking towards health in a university community: The impact of campus location on walking interventions
Gilson, Nicholas, McKenna, Jim, Cooke, Carlton and Brown, Wendy (2007). Walking towards health in a university community: The impact of campus location on walking interventions. Walk21-VII, The Next Steps, The 7th International Conference on Walking and Liveable Communities, Melbourne, Vic, Australia, 23-25 October, 2006. Melbourne, Vic, Australia: Walk 21.
2007
Journal Article
Getting Started: "Preparing the Ground" for "Planting the Vines" for Longitudinal Research
Byles, J. E., Dobson, A., Bryson, L. and Brown, W. (2007). Getting Started: "Preparing the Ground" for "Planting the Vines" for Longitudinal Research. International Journal of Multiple Research Approaches, 1 (2), 80-91. doi: 10.5172/mra.455.1.2.80
2007
Conference Publication
Trends and changes in physical activity and weight data from the Australian Longitudinal Study of Women's Health
Brown, W. J. (2007). Trends and changes in physical activity and weight data from the Australian Longitudinal Study of Women's Health. Ngahuru National Nutrition and Physical Activity Public Health Conference, Rotorua, New Zealand, 23 - 25 May 2007.
2007
Journal Article
Human resources for longitudinal studies: Matching people to skills and tasks
Warner-Smith, P., Loxton, D. and Brown, W. J. (2007). Human resources for longitudinal studies: Matching people to skills and tasks. International Journal of Multiple Research Approaches, 1 (2), 92-103. doi: 10.5172/mra.455.1.2.92
2007
Conference Publication
Weight gain data support the case for "activation" of Australian women
Brown, W. J. (2007). Weight gain data support the case for "activation" of Australian women. Marketing Sport and Physical Activity: Twenty-First Century Priority, Hong Kong, 7-8 October, 2006. Hong Kong: Hong Kong Baptist University.
2007
Conference Publication
Trends in Australian adult physical activity rates: 2000-2006
Moorhead, G. and Brown, W. J. (2007). Trends in Australian adult physical activity rates: 2000-2006. "be active '07" 2007 Australian Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport, Adelaide, South Australia, 13-16 October, 2007. Amsterdam, The Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/S1440-2440(07)70204-9
2007
Conference Publication
Walking Towards Well-being and Job Performance in a University Community: Preliminary Analyses of Baseline Data
Puig-Ribera, Anna, Gilson, Nicholas, McKenna, Jim and Brown, Wendy (2007). Walking Towards Well-being and Job Performance in a University Community: Preliminary Analyses of Baseline Data. American College of Sports Medicine 54th Annual Meeting, New Orleans, 30 may – 2 June, 2007.
Funding
Past funding
Supervision
Availability
- Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Completed supervision
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Physical Activity and Reproductive Health Problems in Women
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Gregore Iven Mielke
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Urinary incontinence in young to mid-aged women
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Emma Beckman
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Objective and subjective methods for measuring physical activity and sedentary behaviour in older adults
Principal Advisor
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2015
Master Philosophy
Physical Activity Patterns in Rural Australian Populations: An investigation of the relationship between location of residence and physical activity patterns
Principal Advisor
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Exploring pole walking as a health enhancing physical activity for older adults
Principal Advisor
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2012
Doctor Philosophy
Young women and weight gain: What is the role of patterns of physical activity and sedentary behaviour?
Principal Advisor
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2012
Master Philosophy
Twelve month impact of the Just Walk It program on physical activity levels
Principal Advisor
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2012
Master Philosophy
Older Australians and physical activity: measures, prevalence data, and issues
Principal Advisor
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2007
Doctor Philosophy
The efficacy of Tai Chi and Qigong in reducing indicators of risk of Type 2 diabetes in adults with elevated blood glucose
Principal Advisor
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN GENERAL PRACTICE: A RANDOMISED TRIAL TO TEST THE EFFICACY OF THREE STRATEGIES
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Carrie Ritchie
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2003
Doctor Philosophy
PROACTIVE MUMS:PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG MOTHERS OF YOUNG CHILDREN
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Stewart Trost
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Doctor Philosophy
COMPARISON OF THE EFFECTS OF A HOME-BASED AND GROUP-BASED RESISTANCE TRAINING PROGRAM ON THE FUNCTIONAL STATUS AND HEALTH OF OLDER AUSTRALIANS
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding differences in accumulation of device-measured physical activity in mid-aged adults: Does one size fit all?
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Gregore Iven Mielke
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Comparison of Low-Volume, High-Intensity Aerobic and Resistance Interval Training with Current Exercise Recommendations on Cardiometabolic Outcomes in People with Type 2 Diabetes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Shelley Keating, Professor Jeff Coombes
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2018
Master Philosophy
Physical activity in shift workers: building evidence to inform health promotion practice
Associate Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Physical activity patterns, attitudes and counselling among adults with mental illness
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Harvey Whiteford
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Measuring and positively influencing physical activity and sedentary behaviour in adults with mental illness
Associate Advisor
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Understanding, describing and measuring workplace physical activity patterns in men from a regional area of Queensland, Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Occupational Sitting in Australian Office Workers: Measurement, Description and Strategies for Change
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson
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2013
Doctor Philosophy
Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour and Employee Presenteeism
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Nicholas Gilson
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PATTERNS OF SINGAPOREAN ADOLESCENTS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Stewart Trost
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
INSULIN RESISTANCE AND CARDIOVASCULAR RISK FACTORS IN OBESE CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Stewart Trost
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2006
Doctor Philosophy
PROMOTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG COMMUNITY-DWELLING PEOPLE WITH ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Bruce Abernethy, Professor Stewart Trost
Media
Enquiries
Contact Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown directly for media enquiries about:
- Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health
- Energy balance and weigh gain prevention
- Physical activity
- Sedentary behaviour and health
- Weight management
- Women's health
- Workplace health promotion
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