Helen O'Connor

Her current research interests include metabolism and weight management, particularly in young women and in using novel exercise interventions for metabolic syndrome and fatty liver disease. Helen is also researching the impact of iron deficiency and obesity on cognition. As a level 3 anthropometrist accredited by the International Society for the Advancement of Kinanthropometry (ISAK) Helen also has an interest in body composition and anthropometry. In the area of and nutrition for sports performance, Helen's research focuses on hydration and thermoregulation and interventions to minimise nutritional risk in elite athletes.