Walaa Abdullah Saleh Mumena

Curriculum Vitae

Academic Rank
Professor
Academic Qualifications
  • PhD, Human Nutrition - Nutritional Epidemiology, McGill University, Montreal, Canada (2016)
  • MSc, Applied Human Nutrition, Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, Canada (2011)
  • BSc, Food and Nutrition, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (2005)
Research Interest

Dr. Mumena’s research focuses on the relationship between diet and health, with an emphasis on improving dietary habits to reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Her current projects explore free sugar consumption and overall dietary quality among young people in Saudi Arabia, with the aim of designing effective interventions that promote healthier eating patterns and enhance population health.

National Priorities for Research, Development, and Innovation

Health and Wellness
Health

Sustainable Development Goal