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Dr Kristine Beaulieu is an Associate Professor in Appetite & Obesity at the School of Psychology, University of Leeds, within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. She is a key member of the Appetite Control and Energy Balance Research (ACEB) group, where she conducts interdisciplinary research at the intersection of psychology, nutrition, and exercise science. Her work is internationally recognized and has been featured in the New York Times.
Education:
- BSc in Nutrition (with dietetic internship), University of Moncton, Canada
- MSc in Kinesiology (exercise physiology & sport nutrition), University of Western Ontario, Canada
- PhD in Psychology (physical activity & appetite control), University of Leeds
- Postdoctoral training, University of Leeds
Her research focuses on how physical activity, diet, and timing of meals and exercise influence appetite regulation, energy balance, and body composition. She investigates both continuous and intermittent energy restriction (such as alternate day fasting) and their effects on homeostatic and hedonic appetite control. Her work also explores diurnal patterns in exercise and eating behavior, with implications for obesity management and type 2 diabetes prevention.
Dr Beaulieu has led and contributed to several high-impact research projects, including the DIVA study, SWEET project, Satiety Map project, and the RESET project at Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen. Her research bridges clinical and behavioral sciences, with a strong emphasis on randomized controlled trials and translational outcomes.
Scientific Awards and Recognitions:
- Research Excellence Award, Leeds Doctoral College
- Research Fellowship, European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism
- MRC Nutrition Travelling Skills Award
- European Association for the Study of Obesity New Investigator in Basic Science Award (2020)
She is an active educator, teaching biopsychology of human appetite and nutrition-related modules in both the School of Psychology and the School of Food Science and Nutrition. She mentors postgraduate students and research interns, fostering the next generation of scientists in the field. Dr Beaulieu is also the Study Abroad Tutor and contributes to the European Association for the Study of Obesity Physical Activity Working Group as theme lead for energy intake and appetite control.
Professional Memberships:
- Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior
- UK Association for the Study of Obesity
- European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism
- American College of Sports Medicine
- Canadian Obesity Network
- British Dietetic Association
