Roshan Rigby

Roshan Rigby is an Assistant Professor at Bond University's Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, affiliated with the Nutrition and Dietetics Research Group. His expertise focuses on integrating behavior change science into dietetic practice, education, and health promotion. He holds a PhD from Griffith University (2021) and a Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Honours) from the same institution (2015).

His research addresses the application of behavioral theories in dietetics, with a strong emphasis on qualitative methodologies and curriculum development for future healthcare professionals. Current projects include the long-running Oncology Nutrition Research initiative (active since 2014), exploring nutritional care for cancer survivors.

He supervises postgraduate students like Alia Shareef and has contributed to 13 peer-reviewed publications since 2019. His work aligns with UN SDGs related to quality education and good health/well-being.

Education

• Doctor of Philosophy (2021): 'The application of behavior change science in dietetics', Griffith University
• Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Honours) (2015), Griffith University

Research Interests

• Behavior change methodologies in dietetic practice
• Health professional education and workforce resilience
• Nutritional interventions for cancer survivors
• Qualitative research methodologies

Key Projects

• Oncology Nutrition Research (2014–present): Investigating nutritional care strategies for oncology patients, including ginger's role in managing chemotherapy-induced nausea.

Grants & Collaborations

• Lead researcher in multidisciplinary oncology nutrition studies
• Collaborations with institutions like Griffith University on childhood eating behaviors

Labs/Teams

Active member of Bond University's Nutrition and Dietetics Research Group, contributing to curriculum development and clinical training programs.