Southeast Asia RADO

05/06/2026

An interesting piece of research here!

See below👇

We know exercise affects steroid hormone levels in blood, but how does this impact how we interpret values from the blood steroid profile of the Athlete Biological Passport?

In this PCC-funded research project, scientists examined the acute effects of real-world football (soccer) training on 26 circulating steroids in blood. They reported rapid changes in key steroid hormone biomarkers, including the testosterone-to-androstenedione ratio, that were related to training loads and perceived exertion.

Results from this study emphasize the importance of considering recent training exposure when interpreting variations in the Athlete Biological Passport.

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-026-02467-8

First author Dr. Federico Ponzetto is a former PCC Fellow and Research Grant recipient, and we are proud to have supported him as an early-career researcher. The PCC's Fellowship program plays an important role in helping promising trainees in anti-doping science continue on to become leaders who make long-term contributions to the field.

04/06/2026

A side meeting organized by WADA was held with all Asian RADOs together with representatives from IOC and iNADO. A productive session exploring ways to further support member country NADOs. Thanks to WADA for putting this together and also IOC and iNADO for their sharing and support.

04/06/2026

✅ Wrapping up a productive 2026 WADA Regional Symposium for Asia/Oceania in Beijing.

SEARADO together with almost all member country representatives was pleased to join anti-doping colleagues from Asia and Oceania in this symposium. The symposium set the foundation to the adoption and implementation of the 2027 Code and International Standards with emphasis on the changes and expectations of stakeholders It strengthened our collective readiness for the 2027 World Anti-Doping Code and International Standards.

A united, well-prepared region is key to clean sport. Onwards to 1 January 2027. 🤝

World Anti-Doping Agency

02/06/2026

A great opportunity for all NADO staff to hear from the experts on the 2027 Code and International Standards

02/06/2026

A big thanks to all the NADOs in the region who supported the translation of the ADEL modules and ensuring all athletes and support personnel completed their pre education requirements in the lead-up to all the OCA-led major Games

31/05/2026

Happy Vesak Day from all of us at SEARADO. 🌸🕯️
May your day be filled with peace and compassion.

26/05/2026

Eid Al-Adha wishes from all of us at SEARADO. 🤲🌙

22/05/2026

Another great NADO-NADO collaboration between member country NADOs in Southeast Asia. The Indonesian Anti-Doping Organization (IADO) signed a MOU with the Timor-Leste Authority of Integrity in Sports (TL-AIS).

The MOU was signed by Mr Gatot Dewa Broto, Head, IADO and Mr. João Rodrigues representing TL-AIS. With the MOU in place, IADO will be supporting TL-AIS in RM and TUE matters. In addition, other areas of anti-doping will be further explored. Well done to both organizations and the staff.

Komité Étika no Anti-Dopajen Timor-Leste Indonesia Anti-Doping Organization

21/05/2026

SEARADO is proud to join forces with ITA in our efforts to further strengthen our anti-doping collaborative efforts in support of Clean Sport.
We thank all member country NADOs support in this endeavour

The ITA and the Southeast Asia RADO (SEARADO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening anti-doping cooperation and supporting the continued development of clean sport efforts across Southeast Asia.

Read more▶️ https://vuuvyv.short.gy/Q51mzZ

21/05/2026

Interesting piece of research work.

Accurate estimates of the use of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) can inform the development of more effective anti-doping programs. Researchers identified demographic and attitude-related factors closely linked to use of PEDs, and they developed a new statistical approach for estimating the prevalence of PED use. Their approach does not rely on self-report surveys of PED use, and the estimated prevalence was higher than estimates using direct questioning methods.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC13019719/