More than menstruation: the intricate biology of the uterus and menstrual cycle

About Professor Jane Girling's research

Jane is a reproductive biologist whose research focuses on uterine function, particularly in relation to common gynaecological conditions such as endometriosis, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), pelvic pain, and abnormal menstrual bleeding. Recognising the importance of diverse perspectives in understanding menstrual cycle health, her research programme integrates both biological and psychosocial approaches. She has a strong interest in how menstrual pain and bleeding disorders affect individuals and their families, and in developing improved ways to provide information and resources that support wāhine and enhance quality of life.

Jane completed her PhD in the Department of Zoology in 1998, where her research already centred on the uterus, examining its structure and function in geckos. She then spent nearly 20 years in Australia, working first at the University of Tasmania, and subsequently at the Centre for Women’s Health Research at Monash University, and the Gynaecology Research Centre at the University of Melbourne and the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne.

In 2018, Jane joined the Department of Anatomy at the University of Otago, where she co-founded the Menstrual Health Research Network (www.menstrualhealthresearch.com). She is currently co-leading the establishment of the new Centre for Menstrual Cycle Research at the University of Otago and is excited to contribute to its development.

This lecture will be followed with light refreshments, tea, coffee and juice.

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This event will be livestreamed, from 5:25pm, Tuesday, 29 September, at the link below:

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