Dr Helen Parker is a dietitian dual qualified in Exercise & Sport Science, and is an Academic Fellow in the Discipline of Exercise & Sport Science, School of Health Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney. She was awarded her PhD in 2015, which explored the potential for omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the management of fatty liver and cardiovascular disease risk. Helen's current research foci stem from the influence of body composition on health, particularly body fat, and her research explores the use of behaviour change, diet and exercise for the management of health. Current research projects include the tailoring of supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids for optimising health benefits; smartphone apps and gamification for behaviour change in cardiac patients; and psychological effects of obesity and weight stigma on weight management in young women. Helen was awarded her Graduate Certificate in Educational Studies in 2019 and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and is the first year Student Liaison Academic for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise & Sports Science) and Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology). Helen currently chairs the Sydney Regional Group of the Nutrition Society of Australia.