The Muriel Bell Lecture is named in honour of Dr. Muriel Bell, a pioneering nutritionist and public health advocate in New Zealand. Dr. Bell was instrumental in advancing nutrition science and improving public health policies throughout her career. In recognition of her significant contributions, the lecture series was established to celebrate her legacy.

 

Each year, the Nutrition Society of New Zealand nominates a distinguished individual who has made outstanding contributions to nutrition or related sciences is selected to deliver the Muriel Bell Lecture, sharing insights and advancements in the field of nutrition.