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The BUND Research Group works towards research excellence in the field of nutrition and dietetics by creating opportunities and supporting the research activities of its members. Specifically, the BUND Research Group has focused nutrition and dietetic areas of excellence in: oncology, ageing, bariatric surgery, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, sports, and professional practice issues. This is underpinned by themes of consumer engagement and innovation. Across all these areas, the BUND Research Group is future focussed, and aims to optimise translation of evidence into practice.

The group was established in 2014 by research lead Prof. Liz Isenring and is currently chaired by Dr Skye Marshall, with membership including BUND academic staff, higher degree researchers, and honorary adjuncts. The group’s research meetings provide a platform for capacity building through peer review, collaboration, continuing professional development, and strategic planning and coordination.

In addition to this, the BUND Research Group has set ambitious and strategic key performance indicators for research engagement, output, and dissemination. These targets have been exceeded year on year, demonstrating an upward trajectory in research quality and impact.

The group’s ongoing success can be attributed to the exceptional leadership and mentoring provided by the BUND academic staff strengthened by adjunct members, as well as participation by the committed and inspiring higher degree research candidates and clinical collaborators.

Honorary adjunct researchers

BUND Research Group Higher Degree Researchers

Megan Crichton

PhD Scholar
Thesis: The SPICE Trial (Supplemental Prophylactic Intervention for Chemotherapy-induced Nausea and Emesis): Examining the role of ginger and the microbiome on chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting
Principal Supervisor: Liz Isenring
Associate Supervisors: Skye Marshall, Anna Lohning, Wolfgang Marx

Alexandra Davidson

PhD Scholar
Thesis: Integrating dietitians into the primary care setting
Principal Supervisor: A/Prof Dianne P Reidlinger
Associate Supervisors: Lauren Ball

Brianna Salagaras

MSc (Research) Scholar
Thesis: Do AFL plays adjust daily intake to suit training loads and how does this compare to recommendations
Principal Supervisor: Vernon Coffey
Associate Supervisors: Kristen Mackenzie-Shalders, Gary Slater, Chris McLellan

BUND HDR Completions

Skye Marshall

PhD completion in 2016
Thesis: Malnutrition in the Older Australian Rural Rehabilitation Community: identification, patient outcomes and the role of informal caregivers
Principal Supervisor: Liz Isenring
Associate Supervisor: Adrienne Young

Wolfgang Marx

PhD completion in 2016
Thesis: Standardized ginger (Zingiber officinale) extract as a treatment for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: efficacy, safety and feasibility.
Principal Supervisor: Liz Isenring
Associate Supervisors: Anna Lohning, Stephanie Schweiker, Karin Ried, Luis Vitetta

Kate Odgers-Jewell

PhD completion in 2016
Thesis: Exploring the attributes of group-based education for the management of chronic diseases, focusing on type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Principal Supervisor: Liz Isenring
Associate Supervisors: Dianne Reidlinger, Rae Thomas

Emily Haynes

PhD completion in 2017
Thesis: Developing consensus on the strategic priorities for the prevention of obesity amongst the Australian population.
Principal Supervisor: Dianne Reidlinger
Associate Supervisors: Paul Glasziou

Gina Cleo

PhD completion in 2018
Thesis: Maintaining weight loss: a look at habits.
Supervisors: Rae Thomas, Paul Glasziou, Liz Isenring

Cherie Hugo

PhD completion in 2018
Thesis: The Lantern Project -Illuminating the value of nutrition in older Australians.
Principal Supervisor: Liz Isenring

Jaimon Kelly

PhD completion in 2018
Thesis: Lifestyle Management of Chronic Kidney Disease: Telehealth strategies for effective self-management.
Principal Supervisor: Katrina Campbell
Associate Supervisors: Dianne Reidlinger, Tammy Hoffmannv

Kate Morgan

PhD completion in 2019
Thesis: The Australian dietetic workforce preparation study: exploring the preparation and preparedness of the dietetic workforce in Australia.
Principal Supervisor: Dianne Reidlinger
Associate Supervisors: Linda Crane