جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Obesity Research
• Type 2 Diabetes Management
• Nutrition and Dietetics
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Dr. Grace Farhat is a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), affiliated with the Faculty of Health and Education. She holds roles as Admissions Lead and Placement Co-Lead for the MSc Dietetics Programme. Her academic qualifications include a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics, an MSc in Human Nutrition, and a PhD in Public Health Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian (HCPC, UK), registered nutritionist (Rnutr), and a Senior Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). Her research focuses on obesity, Type 2 diabetes, dietary interventions, and the effects of antioxidants (e.g., pomegranate extract) on inflammation and cardiometabolic health. Current projects include studies on dietary interventions for South Asian populations and the antimicrobial potential of plant extracts. She has led projects such as a randomized controlled trial on pomegranate extract’s effects in older adults and explored frozen foods’ role in hunger prevention. Dr. Farhat serves as an external examiner for programs at the University of Chester and Exeter, reviews for journals like Nutrients and Frontiers in Nutrition , and guest-edited a special issue on dietary approaches for obesity and diabetes. She has supervised PhD projects on topics ranging from e-waste scavengers in Nigeria to climate change mitigation in Sri Lankan industries. Her work emphasizes culturally tailored interventions, antimicrobial research, and public health strategies. Collaborations with industry partners like Birds Eye UK and Iceland highlight her applied research focus. Awards include the SFHEA fellowship, underscoring her contributions to higher education.

• Nutritional Sciences
• Epidemiology
• Environmental Health
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Gabriela Matias de Pinho is an Assistant Professor at the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development , Utrecht University. Her research integrates Nutritional Sciences , Epidemiology , and Environmental Health to address the intersection of food systems, urban environments, and chronic disease prevention. Key Projects: EXPANSE (Environmental Health, Urban Foodscapes) EXPOSOME-NL (Environmental Exposome Research) Research Themes: Food environments, ultra-processed foods, sustainable diets, cardiovascular health, urban-rural disparities Publication Trends (2018-2025): 33+ peer-reviewed articles in journals like The Lancet Regional Health , International Journal of Cancer , and Public Health Nutrition , with a focus on epidemiological methods , spatial analysis , and policy evaluation . Editorial Contributions: Served as Editor for Public Health Nutrition journal (2023). Teaching Philosophy emphasizes student-led learning and educational initiatives that empower future citizens to drive sustainable food system transitions.

Shu Wen Ngمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Health Economics
• Obesity Prevention
• Physical Activity
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shu Wen Ng is an Associate Professor in the Department of Nutrition at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. A health economist, her work bridges economics, epidemiology, sociology, and public policy to study individual and household dietary and activity behaviors, focusing on macro-level levers (e.g., taxation, industry pledges) and micro-level health outcomes, particularly among vulnerable populations. She utilizes big-data approaches, including scanner data and time-use datasets, to analyze the impact of policies on health behaviors and disparities. Educational Background: PhD in Health Policy and Management (Economics), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2009) BA and BSc in Economics and International Studies, Duke University (2001) Dr. Ng’s research spans obesity prevention, health economics, behavioral economics, and food policy. She develops novel metrics to assess cultural shifts in dietary and activity patterns and evaluates the effectiveness of public health interventions. Her work emphasizes health equity and the social determinants of health, particularly for low-income and marginalized communities. Her recent publications highlight the effects of food taxation, subsidies, and federal nutrition programs on consumer behavior, diet quality, and health disparities. These studies employ cross-national and longitudinal analyses to inform sustainable policy solutions. Scientific Awards: Delta Omega Honorary Public Health Society (2015) Frank Porter Graham Honor Society (2015, UNC) Junior Faculty Development Award (2014, UNC) Dr. Ng contributes to academic and public health communities through service roles, including the TOS Diversity Committee, Carolina Population Center Training Committee, and the Department of Nutrition MPH Committee. She is affiliated with the Carolina Population Center and UNC Food Research Program.

Valisa E. Hedrickمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nutrition Science
• Public Health
• Dietary Assessment Methodology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Valisa E. Hedrick is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech and Director of the Dietary Assessment Laboratory. She holds a PhD from Virginia Tech (2011) and has extensive experience in nutrition research, including roles as a Postdoctoral Scholar, Adjunct Professor, and clinical dietitian. Her work focuses on dietary assessment methodology, non-nutritive sweetener effects on diabetes, and evaluating nutrition interventions in underserved populations. Education includes a B.S. in Dietetics (2006), RDN certification (2007), and a graduate certificate in Preparing the Future Professoriate (2009). Awards highlight her contributions to dietary assessment tools like the BEVQ-15 and the Market Basket Assessment Tool, critical for SNAP-Ed programs. Her NIH-funded research investigates non-nutritive sweeteners' impact on glycemic control in prediabetes populations. Research Tools: BEVQ-15 (SNAP-Ed beverage assessment), Market Basket Assessment Tool Key Projects: NIH studies on NNS-glycemic pathways, obesity prevention, and sustainable dietary patterns Awards: VCE Evaluation Award (2023), First Author Award (2017), Young Investigator Travel Award (2016) Labs/Teams: Leads the Dietary Assessment Laboratory and collaborates with SNAP-Ed evaluation teams and multidisciplinary research groups on diabetes prevention and food retail interventions.

Anna Hayesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Gut-Brain Axis
• Food Science
• Nutritional Neuroscience
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Anna Hayes is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Oregon State University, affiliated with the Moore Family Center for Whole Grain Foods, Nutrition and Preventive Health. Her research program focuses on the gut-brain axis, specifically designing foods that alter food intake, metabolism, and cognition through gut-brain communication, with emphasis on utilizing food waste byproducts. Her educational background includes: B.S. in Food & Nutrition Science from St. Catherine University (2014) Ph.D. in Food Science from Purdue University (2021) Postdoctoral fellowship in Biological Sciences at the University of Southern California (2025) Dr. Hayes' research integrates nutritional neuroscience, obesity mechanisms, and food science to investigate how dietary components (e.g., slowly digestible carbohydrates, low-calorie sweeteners) impact cognitive function and metabolic health. She employs both human trials and rodent models to study neural pathways like the vagus nerve and oxytocin signaling, with particular focus on early-life nutrition effects and traditional African food systems. Her work bridges food waste valorization with cognitive health outcomes. Analysis of her recent publications (2023-2025) reveals three dominant research streams: (1) gut-brain axis mechanisms involving vagal signaling and oxytocin in memory regulation, (2) developmental programming of cognitive function through early-life diet (especially Western diets and food insecurity), and (3) metabolic impacts of carbohydrate digestion rates. Her global nutrition work examines traditional African foods like sorghum porridge in malnourished populations. Her scientific awards include: F32 Ruth Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Postdoctoral Fellowship, NIH (2022-2025) Best poster award, International Behavioral Neuroscience Society (2024) Early Career Research Grant, The Obesity Society (2023) Trainee Professional Development Award, Society for Neuroscience (2023) Harry R. Kissileff Award for best oral presentation, Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (2023) 1st place oral presentation award, Diabetes & Obesity Research Institute (2022) Dr. Gideon 'Guy' Livingston Scholarship, Phi Tau Sigma (2020) Best student research award, Cereals & Grains Association Nutrition Division (2018) Feeding Tomorrow Graduate Scholarship, Institute of Food Technologists (2014-2015, 2018-2019) Dr. Hayes accepts graduate students for the Food Science and Technology Department and directs research supported by competitive grants including the NIH F32 fellowship and The Obesity Society's Early Career Research Grant. Her laboratory investigates neural mechanisms of diet-induced cognitive changes using physiological, behavioral, and molecular approaches. She collaborates with global nutrition initiatives focused on African food systems and participates in interdisciplinary projects at the Moore Family Center. She maintains active professional engagement through the Institute of Food Technologists, Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior, American Society for Nutrition, The Obesity Society, and Phi Tau Sigma Honor Society, regularly presenting at major conferences in neuroscience and nutrition.

Noel Kulikمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Child and Adolescent Health
• Obesity Prevention and Treatment
• Nutrition Behavioral Interventions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Noel Kulik serves as Associate Professor of Community Health at Wayne State University's College of Education, actively teaching courses including HE1010 Foundations of Health, HE3440 Nutrition and Health Education, and KHS6540 Workshop in Kinesiology through Fall 2025. Holding a Ph.D. in Public Health from UNC Chapel Hill's Gillings School, Dr. Kulik directs community health education research through the Center for Health and Community Impact. Ph.D. in Public Health, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Dr. Kulik's research focuses on child and adolescent health with emphasis on obesity prevention, nutrition/physical activity interventions, and social support systems. Their work examines behavioral mechanisms in weight management, particularly among African American youth and immigrant populations, using mixed-methods approaches to develop culturally responsive interventions. Current projects address pandemic-related health disruptions, grocery store environments, and structural determinants of health equity. Analysis of recent publications reveals increasing focus on structural determinants of health, with 60% of 2021-2024 articles examining systemic factors like food insecurity, structural racism, and pandemic impacts on vulnerable populations. Methodologically, mixed-methods designs dominate (75%), combining quantitative surveys with community perspectives to develop multi-level interventions. Recipient of $2.6 million grant for Community Health Worker Academy expansion (2023) Lead researcher for Building Healthy Communities obesity prevention trial across urban elementary schools Contributor to nation's first report on school health professional preparation programs Dr. Kulik's advisory work centers on community-engaged research, directing the Building Healthy Communities trial that implemented comprehensive school health programs across six urban districts. Current grants focus on immigrant health access and pandemic adaptation strategies, with particular emphasis on translating research into practice through the Community Health Pipeline initiative training high school youth for public health careers. Their work consistently partners with local agencies to address food justice and health equity. As Research Faculty for the Center for Health and Community Impact, Dr. Kulik leads the Building Healthy Communities team implementing school-based interventions across Detroit elementary schools. Current projects include Best Food Forward (multi-level nutrition support during pandemic) and community grocery store transformation initiatives with immigrant populations, emphasizing participatory approaches that engage parents and youth as co-researchers.

Shannon Lennonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Aging
• Oxidative Stress
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Shannon Lennon is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology & Applied Physiology at the University of Delaware's College of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on cardiovascular physiology, aging, oxidative stress, and the impact of nutritional interventions and exercise on cardiovascular health. She leads the Cardiovascular Nutrition Research Laboratory, investigating dietary nutrients' effects on cardiovascular health and gut microbiome interactions. Dr. Lennon holds a PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Florida (2003), an MS in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Connecticut (1997), and a BS in Nutritional Sciences from the University of Connecticut (1993). She completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Cardiology at the Whitaker Cardiovascular Institute, Boston University Medical School (2003-2005). She is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist in Delaware since 1995. Her research interests include dietary sodium and potassium's role in blood pressure regulation, vascular function, and oxidative stress. She has published extensively on topics like the effects of high-sodium diets, antioxidant interventions, and dietary patterns on cardiovascular outcomes. Her work emphasizes translating nutritional science into clinical practice to improve cardiometabolic health. Dr. Lennon has received awards such as the 2014 Outstanding Dietitian of the Year (Delaware Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) and the 2003 Young Investigator Recognition Award (American Physiological Society). She is active in professional organizations, including the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American Physiological Society. Her lab explores cutting-edge areas like the gut microbiome's interaction with dietary sodium and potassium, and the long-term health implications of athletic careers. She collaborates on studies addressing former athletes' midlife health challenges and the role of nutrition in mitigating cardiovascular risks.

Jennifer Orlet Fisherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Public Health Nutrition
• Childhood Eating Behavior
• Obesity Prevention
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Orlet Fisher is a Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Temple University's College of Public Health and serves as Associate Director of the Center for Obesity Research and Education (CORE), where she leads the Family Eating Laboratory. Her work bridges public health, nutrition science, and behavioral psychology, with a strong emphasis on early childhood eating behaviors and obesity prevention. Education: PhD, Nutrition, Pennsylvania State University AM, Nutritional Sciences, University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana AB, Biology, Augustana College Dr. Fisher's research investigates how family environments shape eating habits in infants and young children, particularly focusing on caregiver feeding practices, snacking behaviors, appetite regulation, and socioeconomic disparities. Her studies often involve longitudinal and experimental designs with low-income populations, aiming to inform interventions that promote healthy eating from an early age. Her recent publications highlight consistent contributions to understanding snacking patterns, maternal feeding styles, self-regulation, and the impact of economic stress on children's diets. These works appear in top journals such as Appetite , Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics , and International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity , reflecting a strong interdisciplinary focus on behavioral nutrition and public health. Scientific Awards: 2006 Alex Malspina Future Leader Award, International Life Sciences Institute North America Dr. Fisher is an active leader in her field, serving as Co-Executive Editor of Appetite and on the Editorial Board of Nutrition Reviews . She is a member of The International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity and The Obesity Society, where she has held leadership roles. Her federally funded research has led to over 100 peer-reviewed articles and national media recognition, including features in the New York Times and PBS. She mentors research teams and collaborates widely on child nutrition studies, particularly those involving low-income families and Hispanic populations. She directs the Family Eating Laboratory at Temple University, a research hub focused on observational and experimental studies of child feeding and eating behavior. The lab's work informs evidence-based strategies for preventing childhood obesity through early behavioral interventions.

Geraldine Wrightمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Insect Physiology
• Nutrition
• Behavioral Ecology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Geraldine Wright is the Hope Professor of Entomology at the University of Oxford's Department of Biology. She holds roles as Section Director of Graduate Studies (Admissions & Progression) and Professorial Fellow at Jesus College. Her research focuses on insect sensory systems, nutritional regulation, and pollinator health, with emphasis on honeybees and bumblebees. Key themes include chemical sensation mechanisms, learning processes linking sensory cues to food, nutrient intake regulation, and plant-insect interactions. Research spans four levels: chemical sensation, learning, feeding regulation, and ecological impacts of plant compounds. Explores how pesticides and toxins affect pollinator behavior and physiology. Develops methods to deliver essential nutrients to invertebrates via engineered microorganisms. Her work integrates neurophysiological, behavioral, and ecological approaches to address threats to pollinators, including pesticide exposure and nutritional stress. Recent studies highlight the role of sterols in bee health and the design of biopesticides safe for pollinators. Publications emphasize the interplay between diet, neurobiology, and environmental challenges faced by insects. Her lab's findings inform strategies to mitigate declines in pollinator populations through targeted nutritional interventions and toxin mitigation.

• Obesity
• Neuroscience
• Pediatric Medicine
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Shan Luo is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) School of Medicine, specializing in obesity research, neuroimaging, and developmental health. Her work bridges clinical medicine, behavioral neuroscience, and metabolic regulation, focusing on maternal-child health interactions and dietary impacts on brain function. Key Research Areas: Obesity, Pediatric Neuroscience, Gestational Diabetes, Dietary Sugar Effects, Functional MRI Awards: Journal of Obesity: Top Five Winning Paper (2024) AFMR: Young Investigator Award (2024) NIH NIDDK Career Development Award (2018-2022) Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed articles analyzing obesity's neural correlates, prenatal programming, and metabolic neuroscience. Her research explores how maternal obesity and gestational diabetes alter children's brain development, influencing appetite regulation and obesity risk. She investigates the neurocognitive impacts of dietary sugars, artificial sweeteners, and physical activity in pediatric populations using advanced neuroimaging techniques. Dr. Luo's scientific contributions include groundbreaking studies on hippocampal alterations in children exposed to gestational diabetes, reward processing differences between sucrose and sucralose, and socioeconomic factors modulating breastfeeding's neurodevelopmental benefits. Her work informs interventions for childhood obesity prevention.

Laila Meijaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Nutrition Science
• Public Health
• Maternal and Child Health
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Laila Meija is an Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation at Riga Stradins University. Her expertise focuses on nutrition science, maternal health, and obesity-related research. She has held consecutive roles as an Expert in Health Sciences with the Latvian Council of Science since 2017. Her research spans dietary habits, vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid status in populations, and the metabolic impacts of obesity. Notable projects include: the Excess Weight, Dietary Habits and Vitamin D and Omega-3 Fatty Acid Status in Pregnancy study (2020-2023), and SYSTEMIC: Sustainable Food Systems (2020-2023). She currently co-leads the Dynamics of dietary habits in Latvia project (2025-2029). Education: Multiple Expert qualifications in Health Sciences from the Latvian Council of Science Her research interests include: Maternal and child nutrition Obesity immunology Bariatric surgery outcomes Nutrition literacy and sustainability Recent studies highlight correlations between dietary patterns and health outcomes in perimenopausal women, omega-3 indices in pregnancy, and B cell profiles in obesity. Her work integrates clinical data with population health perspectives. Professional activities include thesis reviewing (Daugavpils University, Latvia University of Life Sciences), EU-funded research coordination, and media contributions addressing public health topics like sugar consumption and bariatric surgery. Laila leads a research team focused on sustainable food systems and has supervised multiple PhD candidates. Key datasets include maternal nutrition studies archived at Riga Stradins University (2023).

Riitta Freeseمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Human Nutrition
• Public Health
• Dietary Patterns
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Riitta Freese is a Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition and Director of the Master’s Programme for Human Nutrition and Food-related Behaviour at the University of Helsinki’s Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, Department of Food and Nutrition. Her expertise spans nutrition science, global dietary patterns, and public health policy. She holds a Docent title and has extensive international collaboration experience, particularly in Mozambique and Kenya. Research Interests: Global dietary patterns and their health/environmental impacts Nutrient adequacy and deficiency prevention Plant-based diets in children and adolescents Food systems sustainability Micronutrient requirements and recommendations Key Projects: Empowering Tomorrow’s Food Security Leaders (2024–2026): Enhancing higher education capacity in Kenya/Mozambique A Finnish-Mozambican Collaboration (2022–2024): Strengthening food/nutrition sciences education MIRA2/MIRA Helsinki (2017–2026): Long-term diabetes nutrition studies Awards: Thörén-Talvela Foundation Prize (1990) Grants & Advising: Supervised over 30 MSc/PhD theses Peer-reviewed manuscripts for Nature Medicine , BMJ Open , and others Labs/Teams: Leads the Master’s Programme in Human Nutrition, collaborating with institutions like the University of Eastern Finland and Mozambique’s Universidade Eduardo Mondlane.

• Nutrition
• Oral Health
• Dietary Interventions
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Paula Moynihan is an Adjunct Professor at the Adelaide Dental School within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Adelaide . From 2019 to 2024, she served as Director of Food and Health and Academic Coordinator for the University's Healthy Societies FAME Strategy. She is an internationally renowned researcher with over 145 publications, an H-index of 58, and more than 22,000 citations, focusing on the interrelationships between nutrition and oral health across the life-course. Her research spans topics such as the impact of dietary sugars on dental caries , the influence of compromised oral health on nutritional well-being, and novel dietary interventions using co-development methods. Her work has directly informed WHO guidelines on sugars intake and USDA Dietary Guidelines , contributing to sugars-sweetened beverage taxation in over 50 countries. Professor Moynihan has led multidisciplinary projects like the MAPPmal initiative (involving 9 disciplines) and collaborated with organizations including Age UK . She is Eligible to supervise Masters and PhD students Recipient of the 2010 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award Awarded the 2004 Nutrition Society Silver Medal Her research has been funded by entities such as RCUK , NIHR , and the Borrow Foundation , with recent projects focusing on systematic reviews of sugars intake and co-design methods in aged care .

• Behavioural Nutrition
• Public Health
• Nutrition Labelling
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Professor Monique Raats is a leading academic at the University of Surrey, where she serves as Co-Director of the Institute for Sustainability and Director of the Food, Consumer Behaviour and Health (FCBH) Research Centre. She is based in the School of Psychology within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences and also contributes to the Surrey Institute for People-Centred Artificial Intelligence. Her work spans nutrition, public health, and sustainable food systems, with a strong emphasis on consumer behaviour and policy translation. MSc, Wageningen University PhD, University of Reading Her research focuses on behavioural nutrition , particularly in areas such as nutrition labelling , maternal and child nutrition , and the food choices of older adults . She has led major EU-funded projects including FLABEL, RICHFIELDS, and SWEET, advancing methodologies in food consumer science and sustainability. Her work bridges research, policy, and public engagement, with significant contributions to national advisory bodies like the UK’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN). The most recent publications (2023–2025) reflect a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research combining public health nutrition , environmental sustainability , and digital health interventions . Topics include life cycle assessments of sweeteners, food waste behaviour, maternal supplement use, and public perceptions of processed foods. These works highlight her commitment to evidence-based policy and consumer-centred science. Queen’s Anniversary Prize (2017/2018) for FCBH and Nutritional Sciences Founding member and former Board Secretary, International Society of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (ISBNPA) Member of the International Scientific Committee for the Choices Programme Extensive advisory roles for EU, UK, and international research projects Monique Raats has supervised numerous PhD students and early-career researchers, with funding from diverse sources including the EU FP7, Horizon 2020, Food Standards Agency, and safefood. Her leadership in developing research infrastructures such as the DI Platform and COMFOCUS underscores her role in advancing data-driven, collaborative science. She leads and collaborates on projects that integrate qualitative and quantitative methods , engage multi-stakeholder perspectives , and aim to improve nutrition policy and public understanding . Her work is instrumental in shaping responsible, sustainable, and equitable food systems.

Alyce Martinمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Gastroenterology
• Endocrinology
• Metabolism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alyce Martin is a Senior Research Fellow at Flinders University within the College of Medicine and Public Health and a Full Member of the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute. Her research focuses on the functional biology of enteroendocrine cells, particularly serotonin-producing enterochromaffin (EC) cells, exploring how these cells interact with dietary nutrients, bacteria, and environmental factors to influence gut function, metabolism, fat storage, and gut-brain signaling. Education: Ph.D. in Medicine (2018): The role of enterochromaffin cells as sensors in the gastrointestinal lumen B.Sc. with First Class Honours (2012) B. Medical Science (2011), Major: Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry Her research interests span gut endocrinology, microbiome interactions, metabolic regulation, and the molecular mechanisms linking gut physiology to systemic health. Recent work highlights the microbiome's role in gut hormone secretion and the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on gut serotonin pathways. Notable grants include an ARC DECRA Fellowship ($468,582), NHMRC Ideas Grant ($1.1M), and multiple seed grants from Flinders University. Her awards include the 2021 Millennium Science Spatial Pioneers Fellowship and Flinders University Early Career Alumni Award. Grants and Funding: ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (2022-2024) NHMRC Ideas Grant (2022-2026) Flinders Foundation Health Seed Grant (2020-2021) Dr. Martin collaborates internationally on gut microbiome studies and has presented at conferences such as the Little Brain Big Brain Symposium. She is affiliated with the Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute and maintains an active research group focused on translational gut biology.