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This award is to recognise a rising star who has been in dietetics for ten years or less who have created a significant impact in the profession, in the early stages of their careers.

This award is not about young versus old, it is to acknowledge, celebrate and recognise the achievements of a member at the beginning of their career - shining a spotlight on their success and championing the profession.

This award is open for applications and nominations.

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Eirini is a leading dietitian and researcher in the field of diet and gut health and disease. Despite only graduating from her BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics ten years ago, her work has not only advanced the understanding of the role of diet in gut health and disease, but has also shaped future dietitians and championed the role of dietitians in patients’ care.

The judging panel on 2021 winner Dr Eirini Dimidi

Entry Criteria

To apply for the Rising Star of the Year Award you must:

  • Be a member of the British Dietetic Association
  • Graduated ten years or less
  • Be able to attend the Awards Ceremony on Tuesday 5 July

Deadline for submissions are 10am on Wednesday 25 May. The awards will be presented at our awards ceremony on the evening of Tuesday 5 July 2022 in Birmingham.

Past winners

  • 2021 -  Dr Eirini Dimidi
  • 2020 - Dr Sammie Gill

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