Advancing Integrative Physiology in South Asia and Beyond
The SAAP Journal of Integrative Physiology (SJIP) is a high-quality, peer-reviewed publication that advances understanding of integrative physiology across molecular, cellular, systemic, organismal, and comparative levels, particularly in the South Asian context. It also focuses on how various allied health disciplines integrate with physiology. The journal supports interdisciplinary work, capacity building, and regional relevance in physiological science.
At a Glance
PUBLISHER
South Asian Association of Physiologists (SAAP)
Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine
University of Colombo
No. 25, P.O. Box 271, Kynsey Road
Colombo 08, Sri Lanka
ISSN: 3121-410X
CONTACT
Dr. Kaushik Bharati
Editor-in-Chief
SAAP Journal of Integrative Physiology
Email: sjip.editorinchief@gmail.com
Mobile/WhatsApp: +91-9910331170
Online Submission
Simple, secure manuscript submission online.
Prompt Review
Efficient editorial handling and timely peer review.
Open Access
Articles freely accessible to readers worldwide.
High Visibility
Regional focus with a global readership.
Current Issue
EDITORIAL
A Journal Finds its Feet
Kaushik Bharati
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 1
GUEST EDITORIAL
Physiology, Healthcare Integration and Cancer Consciousness are Vital for Early Diagnosis and Prognosis of Leukemia
Samina Malik
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 2
ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Multiple Intelligence and Learning Styles among Health Professional Students in an Academy of Nepal
Sanyukta Gurung, Neeti Bhat, Sanjay Maharjan, Krishna Prasad Bhandari
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 3-8
ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Spirometry Testing and its Relationship with Hand Grip Strength in Well-controlled Type 2 Diabetes Patients
M.A.L.D. Malwatta, S. Gunawardena, D.D.K. Abeyaratne, S.P. Mohotti, P.W.D. Wasana
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 9-14
ORIGINAL RESEARCH
Electrocardiographic Changes Associated with Moderate Anemia in Young Adults
Darashana Kumari, Mahanoor Nisar, Muhammad Jawwad Ali Naqvi, Zain Khan
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 15-18
REVIEW
Tilt Table Testing in Migraine: Pathophysiological Insights, Clinical Applications, and Future Perspectives
Ananna Rani Sen
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 19-23
REVIEW
From Bats to Humans: Understanding the Spillover and Spread of Nipah Virus
Hashini Rangika Epa Arachchi
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 24-29
PERSPECTIVE
Revisiting Michael’s Framework for Physiology Education in the Age of Generative AI
Amaranath Karunanayake
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 30-32
PERSPECTIVE
Building a Modern Physiology Program in a Newly Established Medical Faculty: Five Years of Progress, Innovation and Reflection
U.M. Wariyapperuma, K.D.T. Dinupa, S.M. Samarasinghe, S.P. Wickramage, M. Kommalage
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 33-36
STUDENT ARTICLE
Mapping Alzheimer’s Complexity with Computational Neurology
Shrestha Sardar
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 37-40
STUDENT ARTICLE
Rethinking the Culture of Sleep Sacrifice in Medical Education
Roshni Yadav
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 41-43
STUDENT ARTICLE
Gut Microbiome Brain Axis and its Role in Parkinson’s Disease
Raiyaan Ahmad
2026 I Volume 1 I Issue 3 I Page 44-48
News & Events
ANNOUNCEMENT BY PRESIDENT, SAAP
Registration of SAAP and Targets Achieved by SAAP Executive Council (2025-2026)
SAAP X CONFERENCE UPDATE
SAAP X: Advancing Physiology Education, Research and Collaboration in South Asia
WEBINAR REPORT (INDIA)
Research Methodology
WEBINAR REPORT (SRI LANKA)
Assessing Gastrointestinal Motility through Physiological Investigations
About SJIP
Our aims, scope, target audience, article categories
Editorial Policy
Editorial, peer review, plagiarism & archival policies
Instructions
Instructions for journal authors and reviewers
Ethical Aspects
Approval, conflict of interest, copyright, patient consent & AI
Editors & Advisors
Our Editorial board and Advisory board