Merran Blair
@MerranBlair
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Lecturer and researcher in employability
Melbourne, Victoria
Joined July 2018
I’m so inspired by our Masters of #Nutrition and #Dietetics students presentations from their public health placements. They have been working with #localcouncils, #sportingclubs and #NGOs to improve the #foodenvironment for many #Victorians
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Was just notified that this publication has received >500 views, reminding me that I hadn't shared it yet! Quercetin ⬇️ACE2 & TMPRSS2 in human lung cells but not SARS-CoV-2 infection, despite ⬆️recovery in humans, highlighting the complexity of COVID-19! https://t.co/WdcvKV9PZU
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Quercetin decreases ACE2, TMPRSS2, and ADAM17 in human Calu-3 lung cells cultured at an air–liquid interface (Calu-3-ALI) but has no effect on severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infect...
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We are proud as punch to have our own @JaneaneDart running as a board member in this election. Janeane’s work continues to shape the way we understand and teach professionalism in the dietetic profession. She is a leader in the dietetic community and we wish her the best of luck
Voting is open for the 2024 Dietitians Australia Board Election. Help shape the future of our profession by voting for the 4 available positions. Check your inbox for details. Read the candidate profiles and cast your vote: https://t.co/zcGZa3BAes
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The transformation of #pregnancycare to a mix of #telehealth and in person care has benefits for clients and providers, including significant cost savings, especially on transport costs. Thanks for sharing your impromptu COVID pandemic research @DrKPalmer
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Health research priorities include integrity and improving trust in science, First Nation people’s health, the use of gen AI, and equity in both research and researchers. Thanks for sharing your insights Prof Steve Wesselingh @nhmrc
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Leveraging children’s interest in technology for a web based Better Health Program can provide improved physical and diet related outcomes for kids and parents. Great presentation Diana Zhu!
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Our goal as researchers and educators is to connect with our communities so we can work out what we have to offer to #students and #consumers. Great insights on Day 2 #Learning and #Teaching Conference. Thanks @Monash_Academy for a great conference
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🚀 #NewPublication alert! Our team at Monash Nutrition have produced a meta-evaluation on the Australian Government’s Stores Licensing Scheme. The publication provides valuable insights for the next iteration of Stores Licensing under @NTGovHealth & #NIAA. Read more:
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Heading in for Day 2 of the @MonashUni #Learning and #Teaching Conference. Highlights from day 1 were imaging the life of a student in 2034 that includes connection, flexibility and purpose. And, students say they need training for effective use of AI
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Thank you Monash EDI team for a great presentation on Designing Learning with #neurodiversity and #mentalhealth in mind. We can all aim for #culturallysafe and #traumainformed teaching to support all of our students to learn. Education should be safe and accessible to all
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What a great opportunity to share the love of food with future #Nutrition #Professionals. Love it!
This is how we begin the #dietetictraining journey at @MonashNutrition! Not with a bang 💥 but with a #potluck and having a conversation about meaning of food 😋
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#CALD #healthprofessional students develop their communication skills through pre placement preparation, utilising university supports and practicing in various environments. They value educator support, but educators may need more training and support. Thanks @DrSharonYahalom
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More work still needed in including work from diverse countries, a wider range of methodologies, better reporting standards and increased word counts from journals to allow for better reporting
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A very impressive audience for @M4hbubS on the final day of #ANZAHPE2024. #HPE researchers are publishing more, getting better at collaboration, increasingly using #qualitative methodologies and getting better at reporting philosophical positioning 🧵 1/2
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An urgent call for #planetaryhealth to be imbedded within #hpe from @JuliaMccartan. Utilising #codesign and leveraging #students personal and professional #values leads to positive student engagement #ANZAHPE2024
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First Nations innovation “prioritises #sustainability, community #wellbeing and harmony with the natural world”. A great start to the final day of #ANZAHPE2024
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I’m looking forward to implementing a private practice placement at @MonashNutrition in Semester 2. Watch this space
30% of dietetics graduates work in private practice. @MerranBlair sharing her #PhD about preparedness for practice to work in this space. #HPE focus on counselling and business skills is key. @MonashNutrition private practice demonstration clinic leading the way. #ANZAHPE2024
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#ANZAHPE2024 What is the role of health professionals education in teaching #planetaryhealth? This study is underway and seeking input from #healthprofession #educators. Link in comments ⬇️
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