Dr. Gina Trapp

Associate Professor

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Biography

Gina Trapp is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Western Australia and an ARC DECRA Fellow leading the Food Nutrition program at the Telethon Kids Institute. With a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutrition Psychology and a PhD in Public Health from UWA, she is a Registered Public Health Nutritionist recognized by the Nutrition Society of Australia. Over her academic career, Gina has published 117 papers, many in top-tier journals, and secured over $9.46 million in research funding. With a focus on understanding how the environments where children live, play, and attend school impact their food choices and physical activity levels, her work supports public health and urban planning initiatives aimed at creating healthier food environments. Gina actively leads multiple research projects funded by various organizations, including the ARC and the Cancer Council WA. She has received numerous awards, including the West Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Award for her significant contributions to public health and nutrition research.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Leading the Food Nutrition program at the Telethon Kids Institute.

Awards

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West Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Award

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Discovery Early Career Researcher Award

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
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