Caoileann Murphy is a Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Communicator with over 12 years of experience in public health nutrition, nutrition science, and research. Her career spans academia, clinical practice, and industry collaboration, where she led high-impact studies on the role of nutrition and exercise in improving health outcomes, particularly in the context of healthy aging.
Caoileann is passionate about translating complex scientific research into actionable strategies that drive meaningful change, whether through public health policy, wellness initiatives, or engaging nutrition communication. She have a proven track record in securing competitive research funding, mentoring emerging professionals, and delivering high-impact project outcomes in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Caoileann is currently a Lead Project Officer at the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer.
Staying at home with minimal human contact can significantly increase our feelings of loneliness. People of all ages may experience loneliness. However, older people, particularly those living alone and advised to “cocoon”, are especially vulnerable. Loneliness and social isolation can negatively impact our mental and physical health (1), in part through adversely affecting behaviours like… Read more »
People aged 60 years and over are a vulnerable group with respect to the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Measures to protect older people from contracting the virus include personal hygiene practices, social distancing and staying at home. These are extraordinary measures, and while it is vital for public health that these are adhered to, they can… Read more »
Did you know older adults need much more protein than younger adults to achieve the same rate of muscle growth? Maintaining muscle mass as we age is key for staying active and independent, and is one of the main considerations for ‘healthy ageing’. This webinar reviews the state of the science on protein… Read more »
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