Food and Nutrition
Politics and Policy

The Food and Nutrition, Politics and Policy Research Group carries out social science research on a range of issues across food systems.

Ultra-Processed Foods & Food Corporations

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrially manufactured packaged and fast-foods. This research theme examines the nature of UPFs; the corporations that produce and promote them, and policies to regulate these products.
Nutritionism: The Philosophy and Politics of Nutrition

This research theme examines the scientific paradigms that frame nutrition science and dietary guidelines, particularly the paradigm of ‘nutritionism’, and the scientific assumptions and political influences on these paradigms.
Food Insecurity of University Students

This series of projects examines the determinants and experiences of the food insecurity of university students, and explores ways of addressing food insecurity.
Technologies of Food Processing and Agricultural Production

This research theme examines the philosophy and politics of food and agricultural technologies, including food processing, agricultural and alternative protein technologies and products.
Food Labelling & Animal Welfare

This research theme addresses the politics and governance of food labels, with a focus on animal welfare and nutrition labelling.