Dr. Nisa Widyastuti

Dr. Nisa Widyastuti is a Research Scientist at the University of Otago, New Zealand, specializing in Public Health Nutrition. Her academic and research work centers on the critical intersection of nutrition, health policy, and community well-being, with a strong commitment to improving nutritional outcomes across diverse populations.

Dr. Widyastuti’s research explores the social and environmental determinants of dietary behavior, as well as the design and evaluation of public health interventions aimed at reducing nutritional inequalities. Her work often focuses on culturally tailored nutrition strategies and evidence-based policymaking to address pressing health challenges, such as obesity, micronutrient deficiencies, and food insecurity.

With a global outlook and a strong grounding in community-based research, Dr. Widyastuti collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to translate research findings into impactful public health programs. Her contributions have informed national and international discussions on food systems, health equity, and sustainable nutrition policies.

As a keynote speaker at ICOBAR 2025, Dr. Widyastuti will offer an informed and empathetic perspective on the role of nutrition in shaping resilient and healthy societies.