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Biography
Jessica is a current NHMRC Emerging Leadership Fellow, Registered Nutritionist and Adjunct Senior Research Fellow with the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food. Jessica's research focus is in digestive health and has expertise in the dietary management of gastrointestinal disorders.
Research interests
- Dietary triggers and dietary management strategies of gastrointestinal symptoms
- Mechanisms underlying gastrointestinal signals and digestive physiology
- Disorders of gut-brain interaction including irritable bowel syndrome and functional dyspepsia
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Research area keywords
- Gastroenterology
- Food sensitivity / intolerance
- Gut-brain interaction
- Gut symptoms
- Gluten
- FODMAPs
- Dietary interventions
- Gastrointestinal function
- Appetite regulation
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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FAD-UC: Investigating the therapeutic potential of a diet low in sulphite- & carrageenan food additives for ulcerative colitis
Yao, C. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Gibson, P. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Biesiekierski, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Halmos, E. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Fitzpatrick, J. W. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Ardalan, Z. (Chief Investigator (CI))
1/09/23 → 30/11/25
Project: Research
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Gut decisions: Eggs, microbiome and cognition
Biesiekierski, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Moschonis, G. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Tuck, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Franks, A. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Hill-Yardin, E. L. (Chief Investigator (CI)), MacMahon, C. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Raab, M. (Chief Investigator (CI))
28/02/22 → 1/12/24
Project: Research
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Changing the way we use diet in gut disorders: Generating mechanistic knowledge and clinical evidence to inform integrated management
Biesiekierski, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI))
1/01/24 → 7/10/24
Project: Research
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Nutrition employability and graduate readiness: The Australian Working in Nutrition study
Clark, K., Biesiekierski, J. R., Farrer, O. D., Stefoska-Needham, A., Beckett, E. L., Lawlis, T., Mantzioris, E. & Swanepoel, L., Jun 2024, In: Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics. 37, 3, p. 685-694 10 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Presence and characteristics of disordered eating and orthorexia in irritable bowel syndrome
Sultan, N., Foyster, M., Tonkovic, M., Noon, D., Burton-Murray, H., Biesiekierski, J. R. & Tuck, C. J., Jul 2024, In: Neurogastroenterology & Motility. 36, 7, 12 p., e14797.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access9 Citations (Scopus) -
The Effectiveness of a Lactobacilli-Based Probiotic Food Supplement on Bone Mineral Density and Bone Metabolism in Australian Early Postmenopausal Women: Protocol for a Double-Blind Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
Resciniti, S. M., Biesiekierski, J. R., Ghasem-Zadeh, A. & Moschonis, G., 12 Apr 2024, In: Nutrients. 16, 8, 12 p., 1150.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Other › peer-review
Open Access5 Citations (Scopus) -
Assessing the presence and motivations of orthorexia nervosa among athletes and adults with eating disorders: a cross-sectional study
Foyster, M., Sultan, N., Tonkovic, M., Govus, A., Burton-Murray, H., Tuck, C. J. & Biesiekierski, J. R., Dec 2023, In: Eating and Weight Disorders - Studies on Anorexia, Bulimia and Obesity. 28, 1, 13 p., 101.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access4 Citations (Scopus) -
Association between dietary factors, symptoms, and psychological factors in adults with dyspepsia: A cross-sectional study
Cooke, Z. M., Resciniti, S. M., Wright, B. J., Hale, M. W., Yao, C. K., Tuck, C. J. & Biesiekierski, J. R., Dec 2023, In: Neurogastroenterology & Motility. 35, 12, 10 p., e14684.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
Open Access4 Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Australian Gastroenterology (Douglas Piper Clinical) Young Investigator Award
Biesiekierski, J. (Recipient), 2009
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Australian Nutrition Trust Fund Mid-Career Development and Travel Award
Biesiekierski, J. (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Finalist Australian Food Science & Technology Young Researcher (Malcolm Bird Award)
Biesiekierski, J. (Recipient), 2011
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Finalist Australian Food Science & Technology Young Researcher (Malcolm Bird Award)
Biesiekierski, J. (Recipient), 2012
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Ken Heaton Award for Most Cited Paper
Biesiekierski, J. (Recipient), 2013
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Secretary, Australasian Neurogastroenterology and Motility Association
Biesiekierski, J. (Fellow)
2024 → 2027Activity: External Academic Engagement › Professional association or peak discipline body
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Honorary Editor, Nutrition Society of Australia
Biesiekierski, J. (Chair/ Co-Chair)
2022 → 2026Activity: External Academic Engagement › Professional association or peak discipline body
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Invited Mentor, Australasian Neurogastroenterology and Motility 2022 Conference
Biesiekierski, J. (Speaker)
2022Activity: External Academic Engagement › Expert/ advisor