Overview
Background
Olivia is a Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, The University of Queensland and a Senior Research Fellow with the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences (CNAFS), The Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI). Olivia has a strong track record in leading multidisciplinary research. Her main research streams include clinical trials examining the bioavailability of nutrients and the impact on clinical outcomes and/or gene expression; the uptake and maintenance of healthy and sustainable dietary patterns; innovative models of service delivery to prevent nutritional decline and improve quality of life for older people; service co-design, delivery, and evaluation across various areas of dietetics practice. Olivia also collaborates with industry partners to trial novel foods and ingredients.
Olivia is a highly supportive postgraduate advisor, mentoring 13 PhD students (5 to completion, 3 as primary; 8 continuing). She regularly supervises Master of Dietetics Studies coursework research students (around 22 projects 2009-2022) and supervised 2 honours students (2011).
Olivia is an Associate Editor for the international journal, Nutrition Journal, (BMC, Springer Nature). In 2010, she received Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian status, as recognition of her professional leadership and expertise and in 2011 won the Women in Technology "Rising Star" Award. She has received significant research funding, including support from the Australian Research Council, the National Health and Medical Research Council, Queensland Health and Horticulture Innovation Australia.
Availability
- Dr Olivia Wright is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Qualifications
- Bachelor, Queensland University of Technology
- Doctor of Philosophy, The University of Queensland
- Member, Dietitians Association of Australia, Dietitians Association of Australia
Research interests
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Nutrition and ageing
Functional ingredients and foods for healthy ageing; sarcopenia; frailty
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Obesity and metabolism
Improving overall dietary patterns to promote health; factors affecting adherence; improving dietary guidelines
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Dietetics education
Curriculum design and programmatic assessment
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Nutrigenomics and Nutrigenetics
Personalised nutrition and the gut microbiome
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Mental health
Sharper Minds collaborative project with the School of Psychology and suite of programs for 1st year University students
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Indigenous foods
Community empowerment
Works
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2020
Journal Article
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and chronic disease in Australia: national nutrition and physical activity survey analysis
Aridi, Yasmine S., Walker, Jacqueline L., Roura, Eugeni and Wright, Olivia R. L. (2020). Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and chronic disease in Australia: national nutrition and physical activity survey analysis. Nutrients, 12 (5) 1251, 1251. doi: 10.3390/nu12051251
2020
Book Chapter
Bioactive anthocyanins in selected fruits – a foodomics approach
Wright, Olivia R. L., Phan, Anh Dao Thi, Hong, Hung Trieu, Netzel, Gabriele, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael E. (2020). Bioactive anthocyanins in selected fruits – a foodomics approach. Reference module in food science. (pp. 1-28) Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. doi: 10.1016/b978-0-08-100596-5.22785-6
2020
Conference Publication
Exploring the ‘functionality’ of Australian indigenous edible halophytes : Seapurslane(Sesuvium sp.)
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Phan, Anh D. T., Hong, Hung T., Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2020). Exploring the ‘functionality’ of Australian indigenous edible halophytes : Seapurslane(Sesuvium sp.). Science Week 2020, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 17-20 August 2020.
2020
Conference Publication
Australian indigenous edible halophytes : Food crops for the Future?
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Phan, Anh D. T., Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2020). Australian indigenous edible halophytes : Food crops for the Future?. NSA Brisbane Group’s Virtual Research Showcase Events, Online, 25-26 August 2020.
2020
Conference Publication
Understanding the metabolic fate and bioactivity of dietary anthocyanins
Netzel, Gabriele, Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2020). Understanding the metabolic fate and bioactivity of dietary anthocyanins. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11–13 November 2019. Basel, Switzerland: M D P I AG. doi: 10.3390/proceedings2019036064
2020
Conference Publication
How do delicious strawberries help us reach our folate goals?
Netzel, Michael, Wright, Olivia, Hong, Hung T., Rychlik, Michael and O'Hare, Tim (2020). How do delicious strawberries help us reach our folate goals?. Science Week 2020, Brisbane, QLD Australia, 17-20 August 2020.
2020
Conference Publication
A potential source of functional ingredients: Australian grown Seapurslane (Sesuvium sp.)
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Phan, Anh, Hong, Hung, Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2020). A potential source of functional ingredients: Australian grown Seapurslane (Sesuvium sp.). 2020 Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST) Virtual Convention, Online, 23 June - 2 July 2020.
2019
Journal Article
Malnutrition screening and assessment in hospitalised older people: a review
Dent, Elsa, Hoogendijk, E. O., Visvanathan, R. and Wright, O. R.L. (2019). Malnutrition screening and assessment in hospitalised older people: a review. Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging, 23 (5), 431-441. doi: 10.1007/s12603-019-1176-z
2019
Conference Publication
Nutritional value of Australian traditional foods and diet diversification from a global perspective
Netzel, Michael, Rychlik, Michael, Wright, Olivia and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Nutritional value of Australian traditional foods and diet diversification from a global perspective. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11-13 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Understanding the nutritional value of anthocyanins
Netzel, Michael, Wright, Olivia and Netzel, Gabriele (2019). Understanding the nutritional value of anthocyanins. 42nd Annual Scientific Meeting of the Nutrition Society of Australia, Canberra, ACT, Australia, 27-30 November 2018. MDPI.
2019
Conference Publication
Designing meal plans for the foodservice sector using traditional Australian foods
Wright, Olivia, Netzel, Michael and Sultanbawa, Yasmina (2019). Designing meal plans for the foodservice sector using traditional Australian foods. TropAg2019, International Tropical Agriculture Conference, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 11-13 November 2019.
2019
Journal Article
New insights into the anorexia of ageing: from prevention to treatment
Dent, Elsa, Hoogendijk, Emiel O. and Wright, Olivia R L (2019). New insights into the anorexia of ageing: from prevention to treatment. Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, 22 (1), 44-51. doi: 10.1097/MCO.0000000000000525
2019
Conference Publication
Nutritional profile and phytochemical characteristics of Australian grown Samphire (Tecticornia sp.)
Srivarathan, Sukirtha, Phan, Anh, Hong, Hung, Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2019). Nutritional profile and phytochemical characteristics of Australian grown Samphire (Tecticornia sp.). 4th Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium QACS 2019, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2019
Conference Publication
Structurally different anthocyanidin-glycosides and their metabolic fate in vivo
Netzel, Gabriele, Wright, Olivia, Sultanbawa, Yasmina and Netzel, Michael (2019). Structurally different anthocyanidin-glycosides and their metabolic fate in vivo. 4th Queensland Annual Chemistry Symposium QACS 2019, Brisbane, QLD, Australia, 29 November 2019.
2018
Journal Article
Nutrition therapy for the management of cancer-related fatigue and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Baguley, Brenton J., Skinner, Tina L. and Wright, Olivia R. L. (2018). Nutrition therapy for the management of cancer-related fatigue and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. British Journal of Nutrition, 122 (05) PII S000711451800363X, 1-15. doi: 10.1017/S000711451800363X
2018
Journal Article
Response to 'Clinical relevance and validity of obesity risk prediction tools' by Redsell et al
Canfell, Oliver J., Littlewood, Robyn, Wright, Olivia R. L. and Walker, Jacqueline L. (2018). Response to 'Clinical relevance and validity of obesity risk prediction tools' by Redsell et al. Public Health Nutrition, 21 (17), 1-2. doi: 10.1017/S1368980018002471
2018
Journal Article
Bioavailability of a novel form of microencapsulated bovine lactoferrin and its effect on inflammatory markers and the gut microbiome: a pilot study
Dix, Clare and Wright, Olivia (2018). Bioavailability of a novel form of microencapsulated bovine lactoferrin and its effect on inflammatory markers and the gut microbiome: a pilot study. Nutrients, 10 (8) 1115, 1115. doi: 10.3390/nu10081115
2018
Journal Article
Clinical relevance and validity of tools to predict infant, childhood and adulthood obesity: a systematic review
Canfell, Oliver J., Littlewood, Robyn, Wright, Olivia R. L. and Walker, Jacqueline L. (2018). Clinical relevance and validity of tools to predict infant, childhood and adulthood obesity: a systematic review. Public Health Nutrition, 21 (17), 1-13. doi: 10.1017/S1368980018001684
2018
Journal Article
Nutritional screening and dietitian consultation rates in a geriatric evaluation and management unit
Dent, Elsa, Wright, Olivia, Hoogendijk, Emiel O and Hubbard, Ruth E (2018). Nutritional screening and dietitian consultation rates in a geriatric evaluation and management unit. Nutrition and Dietetics, 75 (1), 11-16. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.12391
2018
Conference Publication
Vitamin D deficiency pre and post sleeve gastrectomy
Dix, Clare, Bauer, Judith, Agnew, Kate and Wright, Olivia (2018). Vitamin D deficiency pre and post sleeve gastrectomy. Dietitians Association of Australia, 35th National Conference, Melbourne, Australia, 17-19 May 2018. Richmond, VIC, Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.12427
Funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Olivia Wright is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Empowering Indigenous communities to improve their health through science and nutrition
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Investigating the Nutritional Needs of a Rehabilitation Population
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Adrienne Young, Dr Emmah Doig
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Doctor Philosophy
Following the Tracks: Bringing traditional knowledge and food science together to improve health outcomes in Central Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
Women in shift work - nutrition and menopause
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Sjaan Gomersall
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Doctor Philosophy
Opening the Discussion on Harnessing Traditional Knowledge and Plants for Indigenous Health: Development of a Bush Food-based Carbonated Beverage
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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Doctor Philosophy
The practice and effectiveness of the Accredited Practising Dietitian in multidisciplinary outpatient treatment of eating disorders
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Women in shift work - nutrition and menopause
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Michael Netzel
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the Therapeutic Value of Mealtimes in Rehabilitation
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Adrienne Young, Dr Emmah Doig
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Master Philosophy
Flexible work arrangements in dietetics on return from maternity leave
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Food as medicine: A new era of healthcare for Australia
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Dietary patterns and molecular mechanisms associated with the pathogenicity of appendicitis in humans
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Daniel Hwang, Professor Eugeni Roura
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Doctor Philosophy
Examining Diet Quality for Australians with Major Depressive Disorder
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Breanna Lepre, Dr Aoife-Marie Foran, Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring the knowledge, skills and attitudes of dietitians about providing nutrition care to older Australians in residential aged care and home care services
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Dietary patterns and molecular mechanisms associated with the pathogenicity of appendicitis in humans
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Daniel Hwang, Professor Eugeni Roura
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Master Philosophy
Flexible work arrangements in dietetics on return from maternity leave
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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Doctor Philosophy
Exploring and understanding the nutritional quality and functional properties of wild harvested Australian grown elderberries (native elderberries)
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Michael Netzel
Completed supervision
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
KNOWLEDGE ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES TOWARDS THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET AND THEIR ASSOCIATION WITH ADHERENCE: A COLLABORATIVE STUDY BETWEEN AUSTRALIA AND SPAIN
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jacki Walker, Professor Eugeni Roura
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
The Influence of Diet and Exercise on Prostate Cancer-Related Fatigue and Quality of Life
Principal Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Investigations into the bone health of men on the prostate cancer continuum: A focus on osteoporosis and health behaviours
Principal Advisor
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Are We Ready for the Future? An Exploration of Australian Dietitians' Competence, Preparedness, and Experiences Working in Aged Care
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Lauren Ball
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Australian indigenous edible halophytes - potential sources of functional ingredients
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa, Dr Michael Netzel
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2020
Doctor Philosophy
i-PATHWAY: a clinical prediction model to prevent childhood obesity
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Adjunct Professor Robyn Littlewood, Dr Jacki Walker
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Australian Residential Aged Care Foodservices Menu design, quality and standards - a time for action
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Emeritus Professor Sandra Capra
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