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Dr. Leane Hoey is a Lecturer in Human Nutrition at the School of Biomedical Sciences, Ulster University, within the Faculty of Life & Health Sciences. She holds a PhD in Human Nutrition and has extensive research experience in B-vitamins and their role in health outcomes, particularly in older adults. Notably, she coordinated the Trinity, Ulster Department of Agriculture Aging Cohort (TUDA) study, exploring gene-nutrient interactions and aging-related diseases. Her teaching focuses on nutrition claims, consumer behavior, and dietary assessment. She is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) and a member of the Nutrition Society.
Education:
- BSc (Hons) Consumer Studies, Ulster University
- MSc Human Nutrition, Ulster University
- PhD in Human Nutrition, Ulster University
Research Interests: B-vitamins in one-carbon metabolism, food fortification, and aging-related health. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeting health and well-being.
Key Activities:
- Co-organizer of conferences like 'The Nuts & Bolts of Nutrition and Health' (2021)
- Invited speaker on mental health and lifestyle (2024)
Labs/Teams: Member of the Nutrition Innovation Centre for Food and Health (NICHE).
