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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2014
Journal Article
Shifting Gears: Physical inactivity, unhealthy diet choices and chronic disease risks in Australian truck drivers
Gilson, N., Pavey, T., Vandelanotte, C., Duncan, M., Wright, O., Gomersall, S., Trost, S. and Brown, W. (2014). Shifting Gears: Physical inactivity, unhealthy diet choices and chronic disease risks in Australian truck drivers. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport, 18. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2014.11.369
2014
Journal Article
Systematic review of knowledge, confidence and education in nutritional genomics for students and professionals in nutrition and dietetics
Wright, O. R. L. (2014). Systematic review of knowledge, confidence and education in nutritional genomics for students and professionals in nutrition and dietetics. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 27 (3), 298-307. doi: 10.1111/jhn.12132
2014
Journal Article
Prevalence of osteoporosis in prostate cancer survivors: a meta-analysis
Lassemillante, Annie-Claude M., Doi, Suhail A. R, Hooper, John D., Prins, John B. and Wright, Olivia R. L. (2014). Prevalence of osteoporosis in prostate cancer survivors: a meta-analysis. Endocrine, 45 (3), 370-381. doi: 10.1007/s12020-013-0083-z
2013
Journal Article
Determinants of foodservice satisfaction for patients in geriatrics/rehabilitation and residents in residential aged care
Olivia Wright, Connelly, Luke B., Capra, Sandra and Hendrikz, Joan (2013). Determinants of foodservice satisfaction for patients in geriatrics/rehabilitation and residents in residential aged care. Health Expectations, 16 (3), 251-265. doi: 10.1111/j.1369-7625.2011.00711.x
2013
Journal Article
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of the effect of dried purple carrot on body mass, lipids, blood pressure, body composition, and inflammatory markers in overweight and obese adults: the QUENCH trial
Wright, Olivia R. L., Netzel, Gabriele A. and Sakzewski, Amy R. (2013). A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of the effect of dried purple carrot on body mass, lipids, blood pressure, body composition, and inflammatory markers in overweight and obese adults: the QUENCH trial. Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, 91 (6), 480-488. doi: 10.1139/cjpp-2012-0349
2013
Journal Article
The effect of 25-hydroxyvitamin D on insulin sensitivity in obesity: is it mediated via adiponectin?
Wright, Olivia R. L., Hickman, Ingrid J., Petchey, William G., Sullivan, Clair M., Ong, Cynthia, Rose, Felicity J., Ng, Choaping, Prins, Johannes B., Whitehead, Jonathan P. and O'Moore-Sullivan, Trisha M. (2013). The effect of 25-hydroxyvitamin D on insulin sensitivity in obesity: is it mediated via adiponectin?. Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology, 91 (6), 496-501. doi: 10.1139/cjpp-2012-0436
2013
Conference Publication
The prevalence of osteoporosis in men with prostate cancer on androgen deprivation therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Lassemillante, Annie-Claude, Hooper, John, Prins, John, Doi, Suhail and Wright, Olivia (2013). The prevalence of osteoporosis in men with prostate cancer on androgen deprivation therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Prostate Cancer World Congress & 14th Australasian Prostate Cancer Conference, Melbourne Australia, 6–10 August 2013. West Sussex United Kingdom: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing. doi: 10.1111/bju.12293
2012
Conference Publication
Outcome indicators to measure quality of care in hospital
Martin-Khan, M., Brand, C., Gray, L., Jones, R., Morris, J., Tropea, J. and Wright, O. (2012). Outcome indicators to measure quality of care in hospital. 45th National Conference of the Australian Association of Gerontology, Brisbane, Australia, 20-23 November 2012. Richmond, VIC., Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2012.00655.x
2011
Journal Article
Reliability of online geriatric consultation triage decisions: A pilot study
Dakin, Lucy, Cutler, Alison, Wright, Olivia, Martin-Khan, Melinda, Varghese, Paul and Gray, Len (2011). Reliability of online geriatric consultation triage decisions: A pilot study. Australasian Journal On Ageing, 30 (4), 239-240. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2011.00576.x
2011
Journal Article
Development of quality indicators for monitoring outcomes of frail elderly hospitalised in acute care health settings: Study Protocol
Brand, Caroline A., Martin-Khan, Melinda, Wright, Olivia, Jones, Richard N., Morris, John N., Travers, Catherine M., Tropea, Joannne and Gray, Leonard C. (2011). Development of quality indicators for monitoring outcomes of frail elderly hospitalised in acute care health settings: Study Protocol. BMC Health Services Research, 11 (1) 281, Article number 281. doi: 10.1186/1472-6963-11-281
2011
Journal Article
Nutrition and prostate cancer: Latest insights and practice recommendations
Wright, Olivia R. L., Bauer, Judith D. and Lassemillante, Annie-Claude M. (2011). Nutrition and prostate cancer: Latest insights and practice recommendations. Cancer Forum, 35 (2), 107-111.
2011
Conference Publication
Innovation in clinical education- developing the evidence for best practice.
Vivanti A, Ferguson M, Capra S, Wright O, Bauer J and Courtice S (2011). Innovation in clinical education- developing the evidence for best practice.. Dietitians Association of Australia 29th National Conference 2011, Adelaide, 26-28 May 2011.
2011
Conference Publication
Menu planning standards in action – international comparison
Abbey, K., Wright, O. and Capra, S. (2011). Menu planning standards in action – international comparison. DAA 29th National Conference. Next Generation Nutrition: Innovative Solutions, Adelaide, SA Australia, 26-28 May 2011. Wiley.
2010
Journal Article
Foodservice satisfaction domains in geriatrics, rehabilitation and aged care
Wright, O.R.L., Capra, S. and Connelly, L. B. (2010). Foodservice satisfaction domains in geriatrics, rehabilitation and aged care. The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging, 14 (9), 775-780. doi: 10.1007/s12603-010-0123-9
2010
Conference Publication
Understanding food in aged care facilities: Findings from a case study
Petersen, M., Wilson, J., Wright, O. and Capra, S. (2010). Understanding food in aged care facilities: Findings from a case study . 43rd National Conference of the Australian Association of Gerontology. Islands of Ageing: Building Bridges for people, policy and practice, Hobart, TAS, Australia, 17-19 November 2010. Richmond, VIC, Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2010.00481.x
2010
Conference Publication
Indicators of quality of care for frail aged patients in the acute care setting
Martin-Khan, M., Brand, C., Gray, L., Jones, R., Morris, J., Tropea, J., Wright, O. and Res Collaborative Quality Care (2010). Indicators of quality of care for frail aged patients in the acute care setting. 43nd National Conference of the Australian Association of Gerontology, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, 17-19 November 2010. Richmond, Vic., Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2010.00481.x
2009
Journal Article
Geriatric ward rounds by video conference: a solution for rural hospitals
Gray, LC, Wright, OR, Cutler, AJ, Scuffham, PA and Wootton, R (2009). Geriatric ward rounds by video conference: a solution for rural hospitals. MEDICAL JOURNAL OF AUSTRALIA, 191 (11-12), 605-608. doi: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.2009.tb03345.x
2009
Journal Article
Comprehensive geriatric assessment for the private hospital inpatient
Salih, Salih A., Wright, Olivia and Gray, Len (2009). Comprehensive geriatric assessment for the private hospital inpatient. Australasian Journal on Ageing, 28 (3), 152-152. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2009.00358.x
2009
Conference Publication
Physical activity, exercise and nutrition for functional wellbeing in older adults
Henwood, Timothy R., Wright, Olivia and Hordern, Matthew (2009). Physical activity, exercise and nutrition for functional wellbeing in older adults. South East Queensland Practice Nurse Study, Brisbane, Qld, Australia, January 2009.
2009
Conference Publication
Provisional quality indicators for care of older patients in acute care
Gray, L., Brand, C., Morris, J., Jones, R., Martin-Khan, M. and Wright, O. (2009). Provisional quality indicators for care of older patients in acute care. The Australian & New Zealand Society for Geriatric Medicine Annual Scientific Meeting, “Of Bones, Jointes and Sinewes”: Musculoskeletal Medicine at the end of The Bone and Joint Decade, Fremantle, Australia, 7–9 September, 2009. Australia: Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Asia. doi: 10.1111/j.1741-6612.2009.00386.x
Funding
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Olivia Wright is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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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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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
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
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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
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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