Elena Philippou

Elena Philippou is an Associate Professor in Nutrition-Dietetics at the University of Nicosia (Cyprus), and a Visiting Lecturer at King’s College London (UK). She co-coordinates the BSc Nutrition program and teaches courses such as Public Health Nutrition, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and Contemporary Issues in Nutrition. Her research focuses on diet’s role in preventing degenerative diseases, particularly the Mediterranean diet’s effects on cognitive function, cardiometabolic health, and rheumatic diseases. She has authored over 80 publications and edited the book 'Glycemic Index: Applications in Practice' (CRC Press). Dr. Philippou collaborates with institutions like the Cyprus Institute of Genetics and the University of Cyprus’s Centre of Applied Neuroscience. She is an active member of professional organizations including the Cyprus Nutrition and Dietetic Association and the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine.

Education: PhD in Dietetics from Imperial College London, Bachelor’s in Nutrition from King’s College London.

Research interests include dietary interventions for chronic disease prevention, chrono-nutrition’s impact on cognition, and the Mediterranean diet’s therapeutic applications. Her work addresses global health challenges through interdisciplinary collaborations, with a focus on translating research into clinical practice.

Key Collaborations: Cyprus Institute of Genetics, University of Cyprus, Cyprus Technology University.

Labs/Teams: Leads the NUTRICO study on chrono-nutrition and cognitive health, and participates in international initiatives like the GI-COVID19 study on post-COVID gastrointestinal disorders.