Emma Stirling

Emma Stirling is a Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics at the School of Behavioural and Health Sciences, affiliated with the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on culinary medicine education, student employability in nutrition, and interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare training. She has collaborated extensively on projects bridging academic and industry perspectives, particularly in developing practical nutrition education programs and assessing career readiness among nutrition students.

Her work emphasizes the integration of food science principles into clinical practice, demonstrated through her book Understanding the Science of Food. Key contributions include defining terminology in culinary nutrition and exploring strategies to enhance online learning experiences for distance students. Collaborative projects, such as team-based course development with external partners, reflect her commitment to improving educational outcomes through interdisciplinary teamwork.

Dr. Stirling’s publications span topics from food safety perceptions to social media’s role in dietary behavior research, showcasing her versatility in addressing contemporary challenges in nutrition science and education.