Rate My Professor Olivia Wright

Dr Olivia Wright is a Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics and Director of Teaching and Learning at the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences, The University of Queensland. She earned a Bachelor degree from Queensland University of Technology and a Doctor of Philosophy from The University of Queensland in 2005, with a thesis titled 'Client preferences for food services in geriatrics, rehabilitation and aged care: implications for service delivery for an ageing population'. Her career at The University of Queensland includes roles advancing nutrition education and research, serving as Program Director for the Master of Dietetics Studies. As a member of the Dietitians Association of Australia, she is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian. Olivia's research lies at the intersection of nutrition science, Indigenous food systems, the microbiome, and interprofessional practice, focusing on nutritional resilience, food sovereignty, and personalised nutrition. She leads investigations into how dietary patterns and food environments shape microbiome resilience and health outcomes, translating these into culturally safe practice, education, and policy. Her projects integrate culinary nutrition for chronic disease prevention, Indigenous bush-food and food sovereignty initiatives, and AI-enabled analysis to enhance patient, student, and community experiences.