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Jane Muir is Associate Professor (Research) and Head of Translational Nutrition Science in the Department of Gastroenterology, School of Translational Medicine at Monash University. She is a trained dietitian with a PhD in biochemistry and has over two decades of experience in nutrition research, particularly in the role of fermentable carbohydrates in gastrointestinal health.
- University: Monash University
- School: School of Translational Medicine
- Department: Department of Gastroenterology
- Position: Associate Professor (Research), Head of Translational Nutrition Science
- Email: Jane.Muir@monash.edu
Her research focuses on the physiological effects of fermentable carbohydrates such as FODMAPs and resistant starch. She developed a key assay for measuring resistant starch in food and has led the creation of comprehensive FODMAP food composition tables. These tools have been foundational in advancing dietary therapies for functional gut disorders, particularly irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Recent publications highlight her work on the low FODMAP diet’s applications in IBS, prediabetes, pediatric care, endometriosis, and pouch diets. Her research also explores ingestible electronic devices for gut monitoring and the role of dietary fiber in hypertension. Her scientific output shows a strong trend toward translational and clinical nutrition, with increasing interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Carbohydrate Metabolism
- Gastrointestinal Function
- FODMAPs
- Resistant Starch
- Clinical Dietetics
- Translational Nutrition
Jane Muir has received no explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. However, her leadership in major research projects and high-impact publications indicates significant recognition in her field. She has served as Primary Chief Investigator on multiple funded studies, including those investigating dietary therapies for endometriosis and diabetic kidney disease.
She collaborates extensively with Prof Peter Gibson and other researchers across gastroenterology, nutrition, and medical technology. While specific students are not named, her role as a senior research leader implies mentorship of junior researchers and students. She is actively involved in research labs and teams focused on gut health, food composition analysis, and clinical dietary interventions. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and well-being.
