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Research interests
My research interests lie in investigating how we can support people to improve their health behaviours, through the application of behavioural science. Much of my work has been in the domain of physical activity and diet, and particularly in the prevention and reduction of obesity. This is an important and highly topical area given that more than half of the UK’s adult population are now classified as being overweight or having obesity, which has significant consequences not only for these individuals but also for society as a whole. I currently have a particular focus on health communication around childhood overweight and obesity, and how to better support parents and health professionals to support children to reach and maintain a healthy weight while protecting their wellbeing.
I work in partnership with many local authorities, as well as on advisory boards including the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (National Child Measurement Programme board), and the Food Standards Agency (Advisory Comittee for the Social Sciences). I take a pragmatic approach to my research, and have experience working on trials, observational, qualitative and mixed methods studies, as well as in co-creation of health interventions. My research spans from children to older adults, and I am an active member of the University of Bath's Healthy Later Living network.
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):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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ESRC IAA - Enabling constructive weight-related conversations amongst athletes and their support team
Griffin, T. (PI), Cumming, S. (CoI) & Gillison, F. (CoI)
Economic and Social Research Council
1/10/24 → 31/12/25
Project: Research council
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Health Hub: Systems Approaches to Commercial Determinants of Health and Equity
Gilmore, A. (PI), Fichera, E. (CoI), Gillison, F. (CoI), Griffin, T. (CoI), Hunt, A. (CoI), Pearce, N. (CoI), Rutter, H. (CoI), Bates, G. (Researcher CoI), Serna Castano, A. (Researcher CoI) & Van Den Akker, A. (Researcher CoI)
1/04/24 → 31/03/28
Project: Research council
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RUH Older Persons Unit Mobility Support Worker Exercise Snacking Service Evaluation Project
Perkin, O. (PI), Gillison, F. (CoI) & Western, M. (CoI)
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
1/02/24 → 30/04/25
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Developing Artificial Intelligence Solutions to Improve Diagnosis and Risk Stratification in Acute Pulmonary Embolism and Chronic Thrombo-Embolic Pulmonary Hypertension
Cookson, A. (PI) & Gillison, F. (CoI)
National Institute for Health Research
1/07/23 → 31/12/25
Project: Central government, health and local authorities
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Stigma Research Network
Solomon-Moore, E. (PI), Gillison, F. (CoI) & Dack, C. (CoI)
1/03/23 → …
Project: Other
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Beyond the Games: How sport-based social networks support illness self-management for organ transplant recipients
Bescoby, C., Wiltshire, G., Gillison, F. & Arnold, R., 1 Jan 2025, In: Psychology of Sport and Exercise. 76, 102772.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Co-designing adult weight management services: A qualitative study exploring barriers, facilitators, and considerations for future commissioning.
Langford, B., Brockman, R., Banks, J., Jago, R., Gillison, F., Coulman, K., Moore, T. & Nobles, J., 12 Mar 2024, In: BMC Public Health. 24, 1, 778.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Predicting accelerometer-assessed estimates of adolescents' multi-dimensional physical activity: A self-determination theory approach
Emm-Collison, L. G., Standage, M., Gillison, F. B. & Curran, T., 30 Jun 2024, In: Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology. 46, 3, p. 137-150 14 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The acceptability of technology-enabled physical activity feedback in cardiac patients and health care professionals
Springett, D., Lauber, K., Gillison, F., Wort, G., Augustine, D., Thompson, D. & Peacock, O., 20 Jun 2024, In: Health and Technology. 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The use of technology to address loneliness and social isolation among older adults: the role of social care providers
Grey, E., Baber, F., Corbett, E., Ellis, D., Gillison, F. & Barnett, J., 6 Jan 2024, In: BMC Public Health. 24, 1, 108.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Datasets
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Dataset for meta-analysis of techniques to promote motivation for health behaviour change
Gillison, F. (Creator), University of Bath, 16 Oct 2018
DOI: 10.15125/BATH-00532
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Dataset for "Effects of a Web-Based, Evolutionary Mismatch-Framed Intervention Targeting Physical Activity and Diet: a Randomised Controlled Trial"
Grey, E. (Creator), Thompson, D. (Supervisor) & Gillison, F. (Supervisor), University of Bath, 24 Feb 2023
DOI: 10.15125/BATH-01245
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Interview transcripts for "The use of technology to address loneliness and social isolation among older adults: the role of social care providers"
Barnett, J. (Creator), Grey, E. (Creator), Baber, F. (Creator), Corbett, E. (Creator), Ellis, D. (Creator) & Gillison, F. (Creator), University of Bath, 5 Dec 2023
DOI: 10.15125/BATH-01346
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Thesis
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Maintaining adolescents’ involvement in exercise and quality of life: A Self Determination Theory approach
Gillison, F. (Author), Standage, M. (Supervisor) & Skevington, S. (Supervisor), 1 Apr 2007Student thesis: Doctoral Thesis › PhD
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Activities
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PhD Examination
Gillison, F. (Examiner)
10 Oct 2024Activity: External examination and supervision › External examination
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UK Society of Behavioural Medicine
Gillison, F. (Chair)
25 Mar 2025 → 26 Mar 2025Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Conference or panel chair
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Radio interview
Gillison, F. (Interviewee)
3 Dec 2024Activity: Media article or participation, blog › Media article or participation
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European Congress on Obesity 2025
Gillison, F. (Reviewer)
31 Jan 2025Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Other academic event (organisation, presentation, attendance)
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Examination of Professional Doctorat
Gillison, F. (Examiner)
21 Nov 2024Activity: External examination and supervision › External examination