- Research Fellow, Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia (ECORRA), Deakin University
Dr Charlene Wright's work is driven by the belief that everyone, regardless of where they live, should have access to high quality health care that supports better outcomes across the lifespan. She is recognised for advancing equitable cancer care and digital health by generating new knowledge, translating it into practical solutions, and evaluating its impact across health systems.
Her research spans cancer care, digital health, rural health equity, behaviour change, and health service improvement. Through her role in the Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia (ECORRA) Program and ongoing partnerships with clinicians, communities, policy makers, and researchers, Charlene focuses on strengthening models of care and ensuring evidence is embedded into routine practice.
Experience
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2024–presentResearch Fellow, Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia (ECORRA), Deakin University
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2025–presentCommunications Lead, Equitable Cancer Outcomes across Rural and Remote Australia (ECORRA), Deakin University
Education
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2024Griffith University, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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2019Bond University, Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice
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2016Federation University, Bachelor of Food and Nutritional Sciences
Professional Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
- Clinical Oncology Society of Australia
Contact Charlene for
- General
- Media request
- Speaking request
- Consulting / Advising
- Research collaboration
- Research supervision
- Location: Ballarat, Australia
- Website
- LinkedIn: charlenematthews
- Article Feed
- ORCID
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