Congratulations Dr Zoe Davidson, lecturer and researcher in
the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, recipient of the Dietitians
Association of Australia (DAA) Young Achievers Award.
Having completed her PhD at Monash University in 2012, Dr Davidson has demonstrated her leadership in nutrition and dietetics through her research
program in neuromuscular disorders. She
is the only specialist dietitian
in neuromuscular disorders in Australia and continually advocates for the role
of nutrition in this area.
"I was thrilled to receive this award as it is
recognition from our peak professional body of my research in a niche area of
nutrition," said Dr Davidson.
"I hope the award may shed some light on the nutrition
issues these families face on top of the multiple challenges that come with
living with a neuromuscular disorder."
Dr Davidson has published nine peer-reviewed papers, a book chapter
and received nearly $200,000 in research grants. She currently leads two national research
projects, including one to develop evidence-based guidelines for allied health
and nursing management of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Beyond her research, she teaches Bachelor of Nutrition and
Dietetics and Bachelor of Nutrition Science students and is supervising two PhD
and two Honours students.
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