We’re thrilled to share that the Environmental Extremes Special Interest Group (EESIG) has been officially approved by CASES! The EESIG is one of several SIGs supported by CASES, each focusing on different areas in sport and exercise science. This new SIG aims to bring together researchers, practitioners, and performance scientists to advance understanding and practice in extreme environmental conditions.
The EESIG will serve as a central hub for advancing environmental research across a range of themes including heat and cold stress, climate health, adaptation and resilience strategies, water safety, space, and air pollution. Engaging in discussions on these topics is valuable to the Female Heat Lab, supporting our mission to advance heat health research in the context of the current climate crisis.
The Female Heat Lab is proud to be part of this exciting initiative, with our own Olivia Barnes joining the EESIG steering committee. Olivia, a PhD researcher in our team, will help guide the group’s priorities and projects, bringing her expertise in female physiology and applied research in extreme heat. Her contribution will be especially important in ensuring the SIG considers sex-specific responses and supports research inclusivity.
Speaking on her role, Olivia said “I am delighted to be appointed to the steering committee for the EESIG and represent the goals and values held at the Female Heat Laboratory. It will be a fantastic community to share, develop, and apply knowledge within environmental extremes research and contribute to fundamental real-world impact.”
The steering committee brings together a diverse group of academics, applied practitioners, and sport/occupational professionals from across the globe. Having representation from our lab means we can directly contribute to shaping the SIG’s goals and help ensure that research on women in extreme environments is prioritized.
The first EESIG meeting is scheduled for March, and we look forward to sharing updates as the group progresses. We will continue to highlight our team’s role in driving research and practice in environmental extremes.