Alex Cross

Qualifications

BBiomedSc, BNutrDiet(Hons)

Biography

Alex is an accredited practicing dietitian (APD) and Higher Degree by Research Scholar with The University of Queensland. Commencing in April 2026, his research focuses on developing artificial intelligence capability across dietetic practice settings. His project aims to inform curriculum and workforce practices to prepare future dietetic and allied health professionals for AI-enhanced healthcare environments.

In 2025, Alex completed a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) at Griffith University. His honours project investigated the training needs of allied health students and recent graduates across Australia, with a focus on demographic influences on professional development and transferable skills. He also holds a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (2019) from Griffith University, with a foundation in physiology, biochemistry, and metabolism. His clinical interests focus on insulin resistance, where he enjoys helping people understand their metabolism to make informed decisions about their nutrition.

Outside of work and study, Alex enjoys cycling around the Tweed Heads and Currumbin regions where he lives, spending time with friends and family, and doing small road-trips across Northern N.S.W.