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Lauren Ball
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# Lauren Ball

**Source**: https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/16238
**Parent**: https://about.uq.edu.au/strategy-values/2032-games/our-experts

Professor

# Lauren Ball

Email:
:   [lauren.ball@uq.edu.au](mailto:lauren.ball@uq.edu.au)

Phone:
:   [\*](tel:*)

## Positions

Affiliate of Centre for Cardiovascular Health and Research
:   Centre for Cardiovascular Health and Research
:   Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

Affiliate Professor of Mater Research Institute-UQ
:   Mater Research Institute-UQ
:   Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

Affiliate of Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre
:   Minerals Industry Safety and Health Centre
:   Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology

Centre Director of Centre for Community Health and Wellbeing
:   Centre for Community Health and Wellbeing
:   Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

Professor in Community Health and Wellbeing
:   School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
:   Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

Professor in Community Health and Wellbeing
:   School of Public Health
:   Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences

### Background

My vision for the future of higher education is one where universities are deeply embedded within the communities they serve. Knowledge is created through listening, trust and genuine partnership. Impact comes from being present, responsive and collaborative. My work focuses on improving social license in higher education by developing new ways for universities to work with and alongside communities.

I am a Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing at The University of Queensland, with an international reputation in community health, prevention, health services and policy. Together with my team, I have led research that shapes how communities thrive, with our work recognised through multiple awards for research excellence and real-world impact.

The cornerstone of my work is leading the Springfield Living Lab. Living labs use place, systems thinking and partnership to co-create, test and refine solutions in real-world settings over time. Springfield provides a uniquely rich environment for this approach through its integrated urban design, strong local governance and commitment to innovation across health, education and technology. As Australia’s largest master-planned city, it offers a contained yet complex context for examining how community-led approaches can translate into scalable models for broader application.

As a leader, I bring people together across disciplines, sectors and lived experience to create shared purpose and momentum. I enjoy supporting teams and organisations to imagine what is possible, map pathways forward and turn ambitious ideas into sustained action. My leadership is values-led, collaborative and grounded in practical delivery.

I am always interested in working with people and organisations who share a commitment to community connection, partnership and innovation. Together, we can strengthen trust, build capability and design approaches to teaching, research and engagement that are meaningful for the next generation and broader society.

Please feel free to get in touch to explore opportunities to work together.

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### Availability

Professor Lauren Ball is:
:   Available for supervision
:   Media expert

### Fields of research

[Aged health care](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5358)
[Digital health](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5644)
[General practice](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=6519)
[Health Sciences](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=4759)
[Health equity](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=6577)
[Health promotion](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=6145)
[Health services and systems](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=4917)
[Health systems](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5426)
[Implementation science and evaluation](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5138)
[Mental health services](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5745)
[Preventative health care](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=6448)
[Primary health care](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=5724)
[Public health](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=4898)
[Social determinants of health](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/search?research-field=6160)

### Research impacts

My work delivers impact through translating research into changes in education, policy and practice that improve health and wellbeing at scale.

A key area of impact has been strengthening the role of nutrition and prevention within medical and health professional education. My research has contributed to changes in how nutrition is taught and assessed in medical education globally, supporting its inclusion within curriculum frameworks and accreditation standards. This work has helped shift nutrition from a peripheral topic to a recognised component of clinical training, influencing how future doctors are prepared to support individuals to live well over the long term.

I have also generated impact through system-level leadership in primary care, community health and health service organisations. Through Company Director and leadership roles with Primary Health Networks, government agencies and peak bodies, I have used evidence to support improvements in workforce development, commissioning approaches and health care service design. This has influenced how nutrition, prevention, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, and priority population programs are prioritised and delivered at regional and local levels.

As leader of the Springfield Living Lab, I have established a place-based platform that embeds research and evaluation within a real-world community. This work has enabled the co-design and testing of new models for prevention and health care, creating data systems that support long-term, scalable impact. The Living Lab approach has positioned Springfield as a national exemplar and informed broader conversations about how universities can work differently with communities to deliver public value.

In addition to research and translation, I contribute to impact through leadership and governance. I am a recognised high-performing research leader who capably brings together multidisciplinary teams, enables emerging researchers and unites diverse teams through a shared vision and momentum. I apply evidence, strategic thinking and financial acumen to support the sustainability of health and wellbeing at scale. Collectively, my work demonstrates how embedded community presence, genuine partnership, and innovation can strengthen social license and expand universities' role in advancing societal wellbeing.

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[Search Professor Lauren Ball’s works on UQ eSpace](http://espace.library.uq.edu.au/list/author_id/3132549)

[All
(230)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/16238/all)
[Journal Article
(216)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/16238/4748)
[Other Outputs
(2)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/16238/4749)
[Conference Publication
(9)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/16238/4751)
[Book Chapter
(3)](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts-publication/16238/4752)

2026

Journal Article

##### Exploring the role of third places in shaping health and wellbeing: a qualitative study with older adults

Alidoust, Sara, Kirkegaard, Amy, Hennessey, Emma and Ball, Lauren (2026). Exploring the role of third places in shaping health and wellbeing: a qualitative study with older adults. Health Promotion Journal of Australia, 37 (1) e70128, 1-8. doi: 10.1002/hpja.70128

[Exploring the role of third places in shaping health and wellbeing: a qualitative study with older adults](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:2a5b727)

2026

Journal Article

##### Moonlighting and subjective wellbeing: Exploring the roles of quality time with children and time stress

Koomson, Isaac, Ball, Lauren and Kirkegaard, Amy (2026). Moonlighting and subjective wellbeing: Exploring the roles of quality time with children and time stress. Social Science & Medicine, 389 118797, 118797. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2025.118797

[Moonlighting and subjective wellbeing: Exploring the roles of quality time with children and time stress](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:8781cbd)

2025

Journal Article

##### Understanding age-based differences in psychosocial harms, physical harms, and access difficulties among an international sample of men who use anabolic-androgenic steroids

Bonenti, Benjamin, Steve, Vigorous, Puljević, Cheneal, Ferris, Jason, Barratt, Monica J., Winstock, Adam, Ball, Lauren, Armstrong, Merryn and Piatkowski, Timothy (2025). Understanding age-based differences in psychosocial harms, physical harms, and access difficulties among an international sample of men who use anabolic-androgenic steroids. American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine 15598276251405211. doi: 10.1177/15598276251405211

[Understanding age-based differences in psychosocial harms, physical harms, and access difficulties among an international sample of men who use anabolic-androgenic steroids](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:14a53b6)

2025

Other Outputs

##### An Environmental scan of SNAPS-related prevention activities in Springfield, Queensland

Macklin, Kelly, Van Dorssen, Clare and Ball, Lauren (2025). An Environmental scan of SNAPS-related prevention activities in Springfield, Queensland. Springfield, Queensland, Australia: The University of Queensland. doi: 10.14264/433ce1d

[An Environmental scan of SNAPS-related prevention activities in Springfield, Queensland](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:433ce1d)

2025

Journal Article

##### The impact of culinary education on adolescents' psychosocial wellbeing: a systematic review

Wong, Pui Ting, Barnes, Katelyn, Kirkegaard, Amy, Lepre, Breanna, Bartrim, Karly, Wright, Olivia, Crowley, Jennifer, Sullivan, Victoria and Ball, Lauren (2025). The impact of culinary education on adolescents' psychosocial wellbeing: a systematic review. Journal of Community and Applied Social Psychology, 35 (6) e70186, 1-14. doi: 10.1002/casp.70186

[The impact of culinary education on adolescents' psychosocial wellbeing: a systematic review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:a5aa6d3)

2025

Journal Article

##### Clenbuterol and the cost of cutting: a brief report comparing self-reported side effects of clenbuterol consumption to anabolic-androgenic steroid compounds

Bonenti, Benjamin, Puljević, Cheneal, Steve, Vigorous, Ferris, Jason, Davies, Emma, Barratt, Monica J., Winstock, Adam, Grobler, Etienne, Ganson, Kyle T., Ball, Lauren and Piatkowski, Timothy (2025). Clenbuterol and the cost of cutting: a brief report comparing self-reported side effects of clenbuterol consumption to anabolic-androgenic steroid compounds. Performance Enhancement and Health, 13 (4) 100356, 100356. doi: 10.1016/j.peh.2025.100356

[Clenbuterol and the cost of cutting: a brief report comparing self-reported side effects of clenbuterol consumption to anabolic-androgenic steroid compounds](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:b20499e)

2025

Journal Article

##### The business of dietetics: Results from the national Australian private practice dietetics dataset

Kirkegaard, Amy, Clark, Peter, Wright, Olivia R. L. and Ball, Lauren (2025). The business of dietetics: Results from the national Australian private practice dietetics dataset. Nutrition & Dietetics 1747-0080.70036. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.70036

[The business of dietetics: Results from the national Australian private practice dietetics dataset](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:bad0570)

2025

Journal Article

##### Development and baseline findings of a national dataset describing Australian private practice dietetics

Kirkegaard, Amy, Wright, Olivia, Clark, Peter and Ball, Lauren (2025). Development and baseline findings of a national dataset describing Australian private practice dietetics. Nutrition & Dietetics 1747-0080.70027. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.70027

[Development and baseline findings of a national dataset describing Australian private practice dietetics](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:015ad36)

2025

Journal Article

##### Two decades of Medicare: An updated review of Medicare‐subsidised dietetics services in Australia

Kirkegaard, Amy, Lepre, Breanna, Bartrim, Karly and Ball, Lauren (2025). Two decades of Medicare: An updated review of Medicare‐subsidised dietetics services in Australia. Nutrition and Dietetics 1747-0080.70016. doi: 10.1111/1747-0080.70016

[Two decades of Medicare: An updated review of Medicare‐subsidised dietetics services in Australia](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:e4cd884)

2025

Journal Article

##### Effectiveness of general practitioner-delivered nutrition care on dietary and health outcomes in adults with chronic conditions: A systematic review

Asher, Kathryn E, Somerville, Mari, Ball, Lauren, Hickson, Mary, Dombrowski, Stephan U, Luke, Alison and Doucet, Shelley (2025). Effectiveness of general practitioner-delivered nutrition care on dietary and health outcomes in adults with chronic conditions: A systematic review. BMJ Open , 15 (8) e090877, e090877. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2024-090877

[Effectiveness of general practitioner-delivered nutrition care on dietary and health outcomes in adults with chronic conditions: A systematic review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:1836c63)

2025

Journal Article

##### Where is the nutrition? Content analysis of learning objectives within tertiary medicine and health degree programs at an Australian university

Derry, Mackenzie G, Ball, Lauren and Lepre, Breanna (2025). Where is the nutrition? Content analysis of learning objectives within tertiary medicine and health degree programs at an Australian university. BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, 8 (2) e001263, bmjnph-2025. doi: 10.1136/bmjnph-2025-001263

[Where is the nutrition? Content analysis of learning objectives within tertiary medicine and health degree programs at an Australian university](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:1ad92b3)

2025

Book Chapter

##### Healthy Eating

Ray, Sumantra, Lepre, Breanna, Amati, Federica and Ball, Lauren (2025). Healthy Eating. Essential Lifestyle Medicine. (pp. 102-121) Cambridge, United Kingdom: Cambridge University Press. doi: 10.1017/9781009391573.012

[Healthy Eating](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:011dca9)

2025

Journal Article

##### Community listening to understand determinants of healthy eating in an Australian priority community

Kadariya, Shanti, Parkinson, Joy, Marsh, Julie and Ball, Lauren (2025). Community listening to understand determinants of healthy eating in an Australian priority community. Health Promotion International, 40 (2) daaf040. doi: 10.1093/heapro/daaf040

[Community listening to understand determinants of healthy eating in an Australian priority community](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:9271f23)

2025

Journal Article

##### Maximising the potential of type 2 diabetes remission: scale up and sustainability considerations from the DiRECT-Aus implementation trial

Gunatillaka, Nilakshi, Advocat, Jenny, Ball, Lauren, Haines, Terry, Williams, Cylie, Chai, Tze Lin, Bowden, Mitchell, Savaglio, Melissa, Gudorf, Kate and Sturgiss, Elizabeth (2025). Maximising the potential of type 2 diabetes remission: scale up and sustainability considerations from the DiRECT-Aus implementation trial. Australian Journal of Primary Health, 31 (2) PY24116. doi: 10.1071/py24116

[Maximising the potential of type 2 diabetes remission: scale up and sustainability considerations from the DiRECT-Aus implementation trial](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:0a2a73b)

2025

Journal Article

##### ‘The weight of expectation’–how weight stigma is impacting dietetic practice

Brown, Adrian, Flint, Stuart W. and Ball, Lauren (2025). ‘The weight of expectation’–how weight stigma is impacting dietetic practice. Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 38 (1) JHN70017. doi: 10.1111/jhn.70017

[‘The weight of expectation’–how weight stigma is impacting dietetic practice](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:2fa9029)

2025

Journal Article

##### Nutrition education and practice in university dental and oral health programmes and curricula: a scoping review

Kataoka, Minako, Adam, Lee Ann, Ball, Lauren Elizabeth, Crowley, Jennifer and McLean, Rachael Mira (2025). Nutrition education and practice in university dental and oral health programmes and curricula: a scoping review. European Journal of Dental Education, 29 (1), 64-83. doi: 10.1111/eje.13045

[Nutrition education and practice in university dental and oral health programmes and curricula: a scoping review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:e2d38b4)

2025

Journal Article

##### Omnivore, vegan and vegetarian diet quality associations with depressive symptoms: A comparative cross-sectional analysis of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health

Lee, Megan, Ball, Lauren, Hill, Simon, Crowe, Timothy C., Walsh, Hayley, Cosgrove, Tylor and Best, Talitha (2025). Omnivore, vegan and vegetarian diet quality associations with depressive symptoms: A comparative cross-sectional analysis of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health. Journal of Affective Disorders, 370, 18-25. doi: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.10.119

[Omnivore, vegan and vegetarian diet quality associations with depressive symptoms: A comparative cross-sectional analysis of the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:0792c44)

2025

Journal Article

##### How do people living with cancer navigate health systems? : A multi–grounded theory

Hennessey, Emma, Kirkegaard, Amy and Ball, Lauren (2025). How do people living with cancer navigate health systems? : A multi–grounded theory. Cancer Nursing. doi: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000001468

[How do people living with cancer navigate health systems? : A multi–grounded theory](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:775cb55)

2025

Journal Article

##### Ten pressure points in primary care during COVID-19: findings from an international narrative review

Dykgraaf, Sally Hall, Parkinson, Anne, Wright, Michael, Wong, William C. W., Desborough, Jane, Ball, Lauren, Sturgiss, Elizabeth, Dut, Garang M., Barnes, Katelyn, Butler, Danielle, Davis, Steph, Douglas, Kirsty, Kendir, Candan, Martin, Danielle, Marten, Robert, Rouleau, Katherine, Barkley, Shannon, de Toca, Lucas and Kidd, Michael (2025). Ten pressure points in primary care during COVID-19: findings from an international narrative review. BMC Primary Care, 26 (1) 19, 19. doi: 10.1186/s12875-024-02640-w

[Ten pressure points in primary care during COVID-19: findings from an international narrative review](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:5624ba8)

2025

Journal Article

##### Effectiveness of dietetic care for cancer survivors in the primary care setting: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Ryding, Henriette G., Mitchell, Lana J., Rigby, Roshan R., Ball, Lauren, Hobby, Julie and Williams, Lauren T. (2025). Effectiveness of dietetic care for cancer survivors in the primary care setting: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Cancer Survivorship, 19 (5), 1694-1725. doi: 10.1007/s11764-024-01583-6

[Effectiveness of dietetic care for cancer survivors in the primary care setting: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:5ba45d2)

### Current funding

- 2026 - 2029

  Bridging the Gap: Improving Access to Equitable Dental Care for Children from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Background

  NHMRC Targeted Call for Research - Oral Health Care in Australia 2024

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/70487)
- 2025 - 2028

  Helping Those Who Help: A co-created lifestyle intervention for health professionals to maximise retention and performance.

  NHMRC Partnership Projects

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/69210)
- 2025 - 2027

  Active Choices for Springfield: A veteran-led online program to support physically active and connected lifestyles in a priority regional community

  Gallipoli Medical Research Foundation

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/67245)
- 2024 - 2029

  National Multidisciplinary Primary Care Research, Policy and Advocacy Consortium (a 2023 MRFF MMPC Stream 1 grant led by University of New South Wales)

  University of New South Wales

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/67566)
- 2024 - 2027

  Springfield Healthy Hearts Longitudinal Co-Design

  Mater Foundation

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/65605)

### Past funding

- 2023

  Review of Queensland's refugee health services

  Queensland Health

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/59747)
- 2023 - 2024

  Evaluation of the Mater Refugee Complex Care Clinic Care service

  Mater Misericordiae Ltd

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/58867)
- 2022 - 2024

  Capitalising on the potential of the primary care setting to facilitate healthy eating in the Australian population.

  NHMRC Investigator Grants

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/56529)
- 2022 - 2024

  Feasibility of patient-led, technology-assisted nutrition screening in hospital

  Gold Coast Hospital and Health Services

  [Open grant](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/project/56686)

### Availability

Professor Lauren Ball is:
:   Available for supervision

Looking for a supervisor? Read our advice on [how to choose a supervisor](https://study.uq.edu.au/study-options/phd-mphil-professional-doctorate/how-to-choose-a-supervisor).

### Supervision history

#### Current supervision

- Master Philosophy

  ##### Measuring the value of the dietitian in eating disorder treatment.

  Principal Advisor
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Health Economics of Salt Substitution: A Case Study of Public Willingness to Pay and CVD PreventionStrategies in Springfield, Australia

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Isaac Koomson](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/37130)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Using codesign to increase teachers' ability to deliver effective nutrition education to primary school children

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Associate Professor Mark Robinson](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/32848), [Dr Adam Hulme](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/35010)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Supporting cardiovascular and planetary health through nature-based physical activity: a resource for primary healthcare professionals.

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Jessica Lee](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/43967)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Exploring the Impact of Culinary Education on Adolescents¿ Psychosocial Wellbeing

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Olivia Wright](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1264), [Dr Breanna Lepre](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/42707), [Dr Aoife-Marie Foran](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/45904), [Dr Dillon Landi](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/43907)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Community Organising for Healthy Eating in Inala: A Priority Community in Australia

  Principal Advisor
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Examining the Impact of Diet on the Wellbeing of Healthcare Professionals

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Breanna Lepre](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/42707)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Interventions that support health professionals in their personal health behaviours

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Breanna Lepre](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/42707)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Health for EVERYbody: improving the reach and effectiveness of public health initiatives through weight-inclusivity

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Amy Kirkegaard](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/37949), [Associate Professor Mark Robinson](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/32848)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Recruitment and Retention of Allied Health Professionals

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Olivia Wright](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1264), [Dr Karly Bartrim](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/45587)
- Master Philosophy

  ##### Towards a Smoke-Free City: Community Support for Smoking Bans in Greater Springfield

  Associate Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Professor Coral Gartner](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1704), [Dr Cheneal Puljevic](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/22250)
- Doctor Philosophy

  ##### Bridging Gaps: Enhancing Oral Health in Culturally Diverse Paediatric Populations

  Associate Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Associate Professor Asaduzzaman Khan](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1742), [Dr Diep Ha](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/30132), [Associate Professor Sobia Zafar](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/22311)

#### Completed supervision

- 2024

  Doctor Philosophy

  ##### [Are We Ready for the Future? An Exploration of Australian Dietitians' Competence, Preparedness, and Experiences Working in Aged Care](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:2839e89)

  Principal Advisor

  Other advisors:
  [Dr Olivia Wright](https://about.uq.edu.au/experts/1264)
- 2022

  Doctor Philosophy

  ##### [Living Well after Breast Cancer: supporting younger women with weight management](https://espace.library.uq.edu.au/view/UQ:1a13f8a)

  Associate Advisor

### Enquiries

Contact Professor Lauren Ball directly for media enquiries about:

- Aged Care
- Allied Health
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Chronic Disease
- Community
- Community Care
- Community Health
- Cooking
- Diabetes
- Digital Health
- Food
- Food Literacy
- Food Security
- General Practice
- Health
- Health economics
- Health Literacy
- Health Policy
- Healthcare
- Higher Education
- Mental Health
- Nutrition
- Obesity
- Physical Activity
- Prevention
- Preventive Health
- Primary Care
- Public Health
- Science Communication
- Wellbeing

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## External profiles

- [ORCID](https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5394-0931)
- [ResearcherID](https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/ABB-2864-2021)
- [Scopus](https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=36665832000)
- [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=B7hqEHYAAAAJ)

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