Lisa is a Registered Nutritionist and academic leader with over 20 years of experience in nutrition research, education, and applied practice. She is the Head of the School of Health, Sport Science and Nutrition at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Ireland and research lead for the Sport, Exercise and Nutrition group.
Lisa holds a degree in Nutritional Science, and a PhD in Nutritional Biochemistry from University College Cork and a a MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology from Sheffield University, UK. She has previously held senior positions at Oxford Brookes University, UK and Monash University, Australia. She co-founded the Irish Concussion Research Centre in 2018 and is currently leading six European-funded research projects.
Dr Ryan is also an accreditation assessor with the Association for Nutrition, lead of the NutriPD group, the Chair of Irish Nutrition Society, a leading member of the Míde ‘Women in Sport’ group and has worked as a sports nutritionist with rugby, hockey, GAA, AFL, and Olympic cycling teams.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
The health and nutrition landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by scientific advances and changing consumer expectations. In collaboration with KHNI’s extensive network of scientific experts, we identified five health and nutrition megatrends that are reshaping the food and beverage industry. These trends are influencing innovation in product design, formulation, and reformulation as companies respond to… Read more »
On April 8th, 2025, the Kerry Health and Nutrition Institute (KHNI) hosted a webinar titled “What’s Shaping the Future of Food: Key Health and Nutrition Trends for 2025.” Experts in neuroscience, nutrition, food science, and sports performance explored how evolving science and consumer needs are shaping the future of food. Dr. Laura Collins… Read more »
Do you know your pro-biotics, pre-biotics, botanicals and supplements, from your vitamins, macro-nutrients and micro-nutrients? All can help women manage their physical and emotional wellbeing, but what should you consider taking and when? “Nutrition plays a role in women’s health, both in managing different life stages and in promoting long-term health, but with so many options… Read more »
Dr. Lisa Ryan, Head of Department of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition at Atlantic Technological University and Scientific Advisory Council member of KHNI discusses the benefits of reducing alcohol on health and mindfulness with Derek Brown, a renowned author, wellness coach, bartender and Founder of Positive Damage. Discover key insights into the benefits of reducing alcohol,… Read more »
Concussions, often called the ‘invisible injury’, do not just affect athletes and result in changes to the metabolism of the brain and body. Learn about the latest research and recommendations for nutrition’s role in recovering from brain injury from Dr. Lisa Ryan, a global leader in this area of research.
Which nutrients can support focus, memory, or help prevent cognitive decline during ageing? KHNI Scientific Advisor Lisa Ryan, PhD, RNutr summarizes the state of the science and what the future might bring.
The Ketogenic diet is a low carbohydrate, high fat (LCHF) diet Different dietary trends come into popularity at various stages and recent times have seen the resurgence of the low carbohydrate – high fat diet (LCHF) diet, this time in the form of ‘the ketogenic diet’. This diet encourages less than 10% of total calories… Read more »
This webinar explores ways to connect consumer perception to strong science when creating proactive health solutions.
At the Kerry Wellness Conference hosted last month in Naas, Ireland, Dr. Lisa Ryan from our Scientific Advisory Council sat down to talk through the personalised nutrition trend. Specifically, what tools are available, how does technology help, and where does the science stand? Looking at the gut microbiome as an example of how personalised nutrition can… Read more »
Summary (scroll down for an infographic summary) Topics & Speakers Unlocking the Power of Phytochemicals – Beverages that Pack a Punch – Lisa Ryan, PhD, RNutr, Head of Department of Natural Sciences, GMIT Identifying the Opportunities Behind Nutritional Beverages Using Sensory and Nutritional Sciences– Benedict Lawlor, PhD, Director of Sensory, Consumer & Analytical Sciences,… Read more »
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