Alexandra Wade

Dr. Alexandra Wade is an Early Career Researcher at the University of South Australia's Allied Health & Human Performance school, where she holds the position of Adjunct Research Fellow. Her work bridges nutrition science and psychology with a specific focus on dementia prevention through dietary interventions.

Her educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (2019) and a Bachelor of Psychology (2012), both from the University of South Australia. Dr. Wade's research interests center on dietary patterns, particularly the Mediterranean diet, and their relationships with cognitive function and cardiometabolic health in older adults.

Dr. Wade's publication record demonstrates consistent research output with significant contributions in 2023-2024, particularly in understanding how time-use compositions (physical activity, sleep, sedentary behavior) interact with dietary patterns to influence cognitive health and cardiovascular outcomes. Her work often employs sophisticated methodologies including compositional data analysis, randomized controlled trials, and longitudinal cohort studies.

Her research has been published in high-impact journals including Nutrients, The Journals of Gerontology, and International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of her work spanning nutrition, psychology, and gerontology.

As a Research Degree Supervisor, Dr. Wade contributes to academic training while maintaining active professional memberships with the Nutrition Society of Australia and the Australian Association of Gerontology.