Lynn Chenoweth

Professor Lynn Chenoweth is a distinguished researcher at the University of New South Wales' Faculty of Medicine, specializing in aged care, dementia research, and health policy. With a career spanning since 1987, she has significantly influenced aged care policy and practice through her research on neurological conditions, healthcare systems, and person-centered care models. Her work bridges academic research and practical healthcare applications across multiple countries.

Her research focuses on improving healthcare systems for older adults through innovative care models that promote social participation and self-determination. Chenoweth's studies consistently address the intersection of aging, chronic illness, and healthcare quality, with particular emphasis on dementia care interventions and policy reform.

Chenoweth's publications demonstrate a strong focus on dementia care innovation, person-centered approaches, and healthcare quality improvement. Her recent work emphasizes implementation science, staff training effectiveness, and family involvement in care decision-making.

• UTS Research Excellence in Research Partnership 2010
• Alzheimer’s Disease International-Fondation Mederic Alzheimer Award 2012
• Alzheimer's Disease International Award for Most Innovative Psychosocial Dementia Intervention Project 2012
• UNSW Gold Star for Research 2013

She has supervised 22 PhD, 10 Master's, and 3 Bachelor of Medical Research students to completion, while mentoring over 150 clinician-led studies. Her substantial research funding includes leadership of over 68 competitively funded studies worth $12M+ and collaboration on NIH-UK projects exceeding $5M.

Chenoweth leads multidisciplinary teams through the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing, collaborating with 200+ researchers internationally. Her work involves extensive partnerships with healthcare providers, policy makers, and consumer advocacy groups to translate research into practice.