Anne Griffin

Anne Griffin is an Associate Professor at the School of Allied Health, University of Limerick. She specializes in Human Nutrition & Dietetics and leads initiatives in aging research, food security, and interprofessional education. She actively contributes to policy development through roles with the Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute and the European Federation of Associations for Dietetics (EFAD).

• MA in Teaching, Learning and Scholarship in Higher Education
• PhD from Dublin Institute of Technology (2002)
• BSc from Trinity College Dublin (1998)

Her research focuses on:

• Nutrition care pathways for older adults
• Barriers to food security in aging populations
• Technology-based nutrition interventions
• Mediterranean Diet in chronic disease management
• Professional development in healthcare education

Recent publications highlight her work in geriatric nutrition, digital education tools, and interdisciplinary healthcare models. Articles span topics like emergency department nutrition assessments, diabetes self-management programs, and online problem-based learning environments.

Scientific awards include:

• New Foundations 2024
• UL Engage Citizens Assembly award 2024
• DELTA 2021
• EHS Faculty Teaching Excellence Award 2021

Griffin collaborates with the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ageing Research Centre, and serves on the European Federation of Associations for Dietetics committee. She advocates for community-engaged learning and nutrition literacy interventions.