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Obesity Institute

Description

The Obesity Institute is unique in applying a multidisciplinary approach to the study of obesity. It brings together strengths in nutrition, dietetics, physical activity, psychology, epidemiology, computing, arts and design and public health from across the university with patient and public involvement members, working in coproduction with policy and practice partners to address real world priorities. The Institute's research is also firmly embedded within undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, professional training and education, and consultancy. Through this integration, the Institute has the expertise to enhance the implementation, effectiveness and scalability of real-world action.

The Institute develops novel, bespoke approaches to research that lead innovations in the field of obesity. Its team have a wealth of expertise, experience and have a track record of delivering high-impact research and consultation that draws on its academic and applied competencies. In doing so, the Institute's research and consultancy has led to many real-world impacts that have improved the understanding, prevention and treatment of obesity.

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Contact details

Leeds
LS1 3HE
United Kingdom
Website: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/research/obesity-institute/
  • @ObesityInst

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  • Institute

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University affiliation(s)

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds

Last modified:

2023-09-20 13:55:18

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