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Professor Heather Hartwell is a UK-registered nutritionist and academic at Bournemouth University, where she holds a Professorial position. Her work focuses on public health nutrition, food security, and sustainable food systems, with a particular emphasis on integrating academic research into practical solutions for healthier communities. She has led major EU-funded projects like VeggiEAT and Veg+, collaborating with institutions across Europe to promote vegetable consumption among diverse populations.
Research Interests: Heather’s research adopts a 'whole systems' approach, combining consumer behavior, nutrition, business practices, and environmental sustainability. Key areas include hospital foodservice improvements, workplace wellness, and the application of behavioral interventions to enhance dietary choices. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health, sustainable cities, and responsible consumption.
Grants & Projects: Notable grants include the EU-funded FoodSMART project (2015–present), Veggieat (2013–2018), and the British Council’s Veg+ initiative (2018–). She has also explored foodservice innovations like digital menu solutions and mobile apps to guide healthier eating choices.
Awards: Heather received the 2012 Emerald Literati Network Outstanding Reviewer Award. Her contributions extend to editorial roles, including serving as Editor of Perspectives in Public Health and on the Editorial Advisory Board of British Food Journal.
Advisory Roles: She is a Trustee of the Royal Society for Public Health, Deputy Chair of the Registration Committee at the Association for Nutrition, and a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her external duties include serving as Chief External Examiner for the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.
Education: Holds a BSc (Hons) in Nutrition from London University (1978), a PG Cert from the University of Southampton (1981), and a PhD in Hospital Foodservice Systems from Bournemouth University (2004).
