Olivia Righton is a PhD student in Nutritional Sciences at King’s College London. Her PhD project is a randomised controlled trial investigating a dietary intervention aimed at improving nocturnal glycaemia in women with gestational diabetes. In addition to her primary research, Olivia is actively involved in other preconception and pregnancy health projects, further honing her scientific investigation and research methodology skills.

Olivia’s academic journey began with a BSc in Psychology. She then pursued an MSc in Human Nutrition, graduating with Distinction. Recognising her growing interest in maternal and infant health, Olivia further specialised by completing an MSc in Women and Children’s Health at King’s College London. She graduated again with Distinction and was awarded the 'Miriam Menkin Prize for Outstanding Research Project'.

Following her studies, Olivia worked as a research assistant in Nutritional Sciences at King’s College London before embarking on her PhD. She is based between the Departments of Nutritional Sciences and Women and Children’s Health. Her work reflects a passion for integrating nutrition and health sciences to foster better health outcomes, particularly for women and children.