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Dr. Luke Williams is a proud Gumbaynggirr man of Northern NSW and a Research Fellow at the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI). His work explores the intersection of traditional Indigenous food knowledge and modern food systems, with a focus on native Australian plants. Luke's PhD at RMIT investigated the dietary safety of native foods, a line of research he continues by combining Traditional Custodian knowledge with rigorous chemical and toxicological analysis.

Dr. Adiamo is a Research Fellow and Food Chemist at the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences, QAAFI, UQ. His research focuses on the interactions between food structure and quality, with the goal of developing functional food products that deliver enhanced nutritional outcomes. Currently, his work investigates the release of nutrients and bioactive compounds from underutilised plant materials during digestion and colonic fermentation, and their potential impact on human gut health. He applies innovative techniques such as in vitro dynamic gut model, Oxford Nanopore Technology for microbiome analysis and LCMS for metabolite profiling.

Dr. Sara Bloom is a physician specialising in maternal wellness and postpartum health, with a background in family medicine and integrative care. She founded her practice after recognising a significant gap in support for mothers beyond the traditional six-week postpartum model, with a focus on restoring energy, nutrient status, and overall wellbeing during one of the most physiologically demanding stages of life. Her work centres on personalised, root-cause care, combining diagnostic testing with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and hormonal support to address common but often overlooked challenges such as nutrient depletion, thyroid dysfunction, and metabolic imbalance. Dr. Bloom is passionate about reframing the standard of maternal care, advocating for a more comprehensive, evidence-informed approach that supports women not only through pregnancy, but across the full continuum of motherhood.

Chelsea McCallum is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with deep expertise in gut health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A former recipe developer turned clinical practitioner, Chelsea takes a science-based approach to managing IBS. She is the founder of The IBS Relief Program, a fully digital platform that has supported individuals across Australia, New Zealand, North America, the UK, and Europe. Her work is rooted in inclusivity and empowerment, making evidence-based gut health and IBS care more accessible and less overwhelming.

Freya Lawler is a naturopath, nutritionist, and fertility educator who specialises in endometriosis, complex reproductive conditions, and IVF optimisation. She supports individuals and couples with evidence-based preconception care, focusing on egg and sperm quality, hormonal balance, gut health, and inflammation. Freya has a special interest in the microbiome’s role in overall health, fertility, and endometriosis, and works closely with leading gynaecologists and surgeons at Elgin House Women’s+Health as part of a truly integrative healthcare team.

Lauren Jeffery is a pharmacist with a background in clinical hospital pharmacy and public health projects. She holds a Master of Business Administration and has most recently worked on a digital health project translating evidence-based clinical practice into digital tools for practitioners and patients. Her hospital work has covered both rural/regional and metropolitan areas; and she understands the barriers faced in healthcare by those outside major cities. She is most interested in the intersection of health and innovation; and bridging the gap between health science and public understanding.

Nikki Preiner is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with extensive experience across clinical practice, public health, and healthcare leadership. She holds a Master of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation and has held senior roles within NSW Health, including Unit Head and Deputy Head of Department in major metropolitan hospitals. Nikki specialises in women’s health and hormonal conditions, combining clinical rigour with a whole-person approach to care. She has contributed to research including the PREGGIO study and worked extensively in gestational diabetes care, bringing both subject matter expertise and leadership in service delivery, workforce development, and quality improvement. Nikki brings valuable insight into the intersection of clinical nutrition, public health, and system-level change.

Renee Jennings is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with a Master’s degree in Dietetics. She has extensive experience across clinical dietetics, public health nutrition and leadership. Her work focuses on women’s health, with particular expertise in fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care, and a strong interest in how food systems and environmental exposures intersect with maternal and infant health. Renee is committed to nutritional science and the translation of emerging research into real-world dietary guidance. She is the author of Nurture the Seed, an evidence-based book on prenatal nutrition, and contributes to tertiary education at the University of Wollongong. She is a passionate advocate for ensuring all women have access to up-to-date, scientifically rigorous nutrition information.

Dr. Hannah LaBrooy is a medical doctor and public health researcher with a multidisciplinary background spanning clinical medicine, public health, and international aid and development. She holds a Master of Public Health and previously worked as a Research Project Coordinator at the Kirby Institute (UNSW), contributing to publications in leading journals including The Lancet. Her commitment to public health and equitable innovation was shaped by early experiences working in regional and remote drug and alcohol settings and a formative internship at The Grameen Bank in Bangladesh. Her professional and academic experience has focused on addressing health inequities, particularly in the area of access to care among marginalised populations.

Dr. Luke Williams is a proud Gumbaynggirr man of Northern NSW and a Research Fellow at the Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation (QAAFI). His work explores the intersection of traditional Indigenous food knowledge and modern food systems, with a focus on native Australian plants. Luke's PhD at RMIT investigated the dietary safety of native foods, a line of research he continues by combining Traditional Custodian knowledge with rigorous chemical and toxicological analysis.

Dr. Adiamo is a Research Fellow and Food Chemist at the Centre for Nutrition and Food Sciences, QAAFI, UQ. His research focuses on the interactions between food structure and quality, with the goal of developing functional food products that deliver enhanced nutritional outcomes. Currently, his work investigates the release of nutrients and bioactive compounds from underutilised plant materials during digestion and colonic fermentation, and their potential impact on human gut health. He applies innovative techniques such as in vitro dynamic gut model, Oxford Nanopore Technology for microbiome analysis and LCMS for metabolite profiling.

Dr. Sara Bloom is a physician specialising in maternal wellness and postpartum health, with a background in family medicine and integrative care. She founded her practice after recognising a significant gap in support for mothers beyond the traditional six-week postpartum model, with a focus on restoring energy, nutrient status, and overall wellbeing during one of the most physiologically demanding stages of life. Her work centres on personalised, root-cause care, combining diagnostic testing with targeted nutrition, lifestyle, and hormonal support to address common but often overlooked challenges such as nutrient depletion, thyroid dysfunction, and metabolic imbalance. Dr. Bloom is passionate about reframing the standard of maternal care, advocating for a more comprehensive, evidence-informed approach that supports women not only through pregnancy, but across the full continuum of motherhood.

Chelsea McCallum is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with deep expertise in gut health and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). A former recipe developer turned clinical practitioner, Chelsea takes a science-based approach to managing IBS. She is the founder of The IBS Relief Program, a fully digital platform that has supported individuals across Australia, New Zealand, North America, the UK, and Europe. Her work is rooted in inclusivity and empowerment, making evidence-based gut health and IBS care more accessible and less overwhelming.

Freya Lawler is a naturopath, nutritionist, and fertility educator who specialises in endometriosis, complex reproductive conditions, and IVF optimisation. She supports individuals and couples with evidence-based preconception care, focusing on egg and sperm quality, hormonal balance, gut health, and inflammation. Freya has a special interest in the microbiome’s role in overall health, fertility, and endometriosis, and works closely with leading gynaecologists and surgeons at Elgin House Women’s+Health as part of a truly integrative healthcare team.

Lauren Jeffery is a pharmacist with a background in clinical hospital pharmacy and public health projects. She holds a Master of Business Administration and has most recently worked on a digital health project translating evidence-based clinical practice into digital tools for practitioners and patients. Her hospital work has covered both rural/regional and metropolitan areas; and she understands the barriers faced in healthcare by those outside major cities. She is most interested in the intersection of health and innovation; and bridging the gap between health science and public understanding.

Nikki Preiner is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with extensive experience across clinical practice, public health, and healthcare leadership. She holds a Master of Science in Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation and has held senior roles within NSW Health, including Unit Head and Deputy Head of Department in major metropolitan hospitals. Nikki specialises in women’s health and hormonal conditions, combining clinical rigour with a whole-person approach to care. She has contributed to research including the PREGGIO study and worked extensively in gestational diabetes care, bringing both subject matter expertise and leadership in service delivery, workforce development, and quality improvement. Nikki brings valuable insight into the intersection of clinical nutrition, public health, and system-level change.

Renee Jennings is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with a Master’s degree in Dietetics. She has extensive experience across clinical dietetics, public health nutrition and leadership. Her work focuses on women’s health, with particular expertise in fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care, and a strong interest in how food systems and environmental exposures intersect with maternal and infant health. Renee is committed to nutritional science and the translation of emerging research into real-world dietary guidance. She is the author of Nurture the Seed, an evidence-based book on prenatal nutrition, and contributes to tertiary education at the University of Wollongong. She is a passionate advocate for ensuring all women have access to up-to-date, scientifically rigorous nutrition information.

Dr. Hannah LaBrooy is a medical doctor and public health researcher with a multidisciplinary background spanning clinical medicine, public health, and international aid and development. She holds a Master of Public Health and previously worked as a Research Project Coordinator at the Kirby Institute (UNSW), contributing to publications in leading journals including The Lancet. Her commitment to public health and equitable innovation was shaped by early experiences working in regional and remote drug and alcohol settings and a formative internship at The Grameen Bank in Bangladesh. Her professional and academic experience has focused on addressing health inequities, particularly in the area of access to care among marginalised populations.