Talitha Best
Associate Professor
Health, Medical and Applied Sciences
The University of Queensland
Australia
Biography
As a registered psychologist, adjunct research fellow (UniSA) and senior lecturer in psychology, Talitha’s research and clinical interests focus on the effects of nutrition and bioactive food components to improve mood and neurocognitive function across the lifespan. In particular, Talitha's research has investigated the effects of plant polysaccharides (plant sugars) on everyday cognitive abilities and well-being in middle-aged adults. With experience in research, clinical practice and industry research and development, Talitha is passionate about bringing science, people and business together to facilitate knowledge transfer and innovation in the research and industry sectors. Recently, Talitha has developed and co-edited a book around the role of nutrition in brain health and cognitive performance. The book aims to make available to health professionals, food and nutraceutical industry personnel, teachers and researchers and interested public readers valuable information about nutritional and lifestyle choices for cognitive health.
Research Interest
MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
