Professor Dr. Claire Wilkinson

Biography

Claire Wilkinson is a Senior Lecturer and NHMRC Senior Research Fellow specializing in population health, particularly in drug policy and alcohol-related issues. Her PhD research focused on evaluating historical approaches to alcohol outlet density in Victoria, Australia, using licensing and planning legislation. Claire's work draws from a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating public health, public policy, and historical perspectives. She has published over 50 works, including peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, and values the mentorship received from notable scholars in her field. Her research effort emphasizes community ownership and co-operatively owned licensed premises that promote health and wellbeing. Claire is actively involved in research supervision, mentoring graduate students interested in drug policy regulation, and contributes to various academic committees and editorial boards. Her community engagement work extends to advising local governments on alcohol and drug foundations and participating with professional societies.

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