Our research tackles a diverse range of food and nutrition issues in our community.
From improving food literacy to shaping national policy and practice, our research delivers practical solutions that support better health for all.
Our research focus
Sub-optimal diets are the leading contributor to the global burden of disease. Our research addresses nutrition challenges across communities, from under-nutrition to poor dietary quality. We develop practical, evidence-based solutions to enhance diets and improve health outcomes at the population level.
Our experts in nutrition science, dietetics, public health, exercise science, psychology and health promotion work collaboratively to reduce nutrition-related disease and turn evidence into action through policy and practice.
Research groups
Promoting health in the first 2000 days of life
We investigate how nutrition and movement in the earliest years of life shape long-term health, focusing on effective interventions for families and communities.
School food and nutrition
Our research supports healthier school environments by exploring the role of food education, school policy and teacher development in shaping children’s dietary behaviours.
Nutrients and health
We study how nutrient intake impacts health throughout the lifespan, developing evidence-based strategies to prevent chronic diseases and improve population nutrition.
Dietary patterns and eating behaviours
We examine how dietary patterns and eating behaviours are shaped by personal, social and environmental factors to guide interventions that support optimal, sustainable eating behaviours.
Healthy and sustainable food systems
We explore how food systems and public policy influence access to optimal diets, supporting long-term solutions for more sustainable and equitable food environments.
Work with us
Work with leading researchers in active living, sport, food and nutrition. We partner with government, industry and community to make a meaningful impact.
