Julia Rucklidge

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Professor Julia Rucklidge

Julia is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing at the University of Canterbury and Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab. Originally from Toronto, Canada, she completed her PhD at the University of Calgary in clinical psychology in 2000 and immigrated to New Zealand. Co-author of The Better Brain, she has been internationally recognised for her research investigating the interface between nutrition and mental health, having published over 150 empirical papers, been the recipient of numerous local and international awards, and frequently featuring in the media on her work. Her 2014 TEDx talk has been viewed over 5 million times.

Julia is a Professor of Clinical Psychology in the School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing at the University of Canterbury and Director of Te Puna Toiora, the Mental Health and Nutrition Research Lab. Originally from Toronto, Canada, she completed her PhD at the University of Calgary in clinical psychology in 2000 and immigrated to New Zealand. Co-author of The Better Brain, she has been internationally recognised for her research investigating the interface between nutrition and mental health, having published over 150 empirical papers, been the recipient of numerous local and international awards, and frequently featuring in the media on her work. Her 2014 TEDx talk has been viewed over 5 million times.

Last updated 16 April 2024