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Angela Rodrigues is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at Northumbria University, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. She specializes in health psychology and behavioral science, with a focus on developing and evaluating interventions for public health challenges such as diabetes prevention, weight management, and skin cancer prevention. She leads the interdisciplinary MECC (Making Every Contact Count) research group and has collaborated with Public Health England and NHS agencies.
- PhD in Intervention Development for Sun Protection Behaviors, Newcastle University (2014)
- MSc in Public Health and Health Services Research, University of Aberdeen (2010)
- Combined BSc/MA in Health Psychology, University of Minho, Portugal (2008)
Her research interests lie at the intersection of behavioral science and public health, particularly in brief, opportunistic interventions like MECC. She investigates diabetes prevention, smoking cessation, physical activity, digital health tools, and sun protection. Her methodological expertise spans qualitative methods, process evaluations, feasibility studies, pilot and definitive trials, and systematic reviews. Her work is highly applied, community-engaged, and policy-relevant, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals in health and well-being.
The recent articles highlight a strong focus on diabetes remission (DiRECT trial), NHS diabetes prevention programs, and behavior change interventions. Themes include process evaluations, stakeholder experiences, digital health feasibility, and self-management in chronic illness. Her publications appear in journals like The Lancet, BMC Health Services Research, and European Psychologist, indicating high impact and interdisciplinary reach.
- New Investigator Award - International Behavioural Trials Network (2024)
Angela Rodrigues has supervised at least one postgraduate researcher (M Rodrigues) and has been involved in major funded projects including the DiRECT trial and NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme. Her research is supported through national and international collaborations with public health agencies, NHS England, and academic partners. She chairs the MECC research group, fostering interdisciplinary work on opportunistic health interventions. Her research has influenced policy, been cited in clinical guidelines, and received widespread media attention.
She leads the interdisciplinary MECC Research Group at Northumbria University, which focuses on brief behavioral interventions in healthcare settings. The group actively collaborates with local providers and community organizations, ensuring research is responsive to societal needs and has practical implications. Her work bridges academia and public health practice, emphasizing real-world impact.
