Dianne Vella-Brodrick

Professor Dianne Vella-Brodrick is Head of Research at the Centre for Positive Psychology at The University of Melbourne. Dianne's research interests include the development and evaluation of wellbeing programs, particularly positive education and performance optimisation. Dianne's current project is Bio Dash, a world first program that is being tested with Brighton Grammar students, using biofeedback to improve performance, develop mindfulness and stress-management strategies. Dianne serves on numerous research advisory boards. Her research has a special focus on young people. She has worked with not for profit organisations, schools from all sectors, community services and large commercial organisations to assess and promote wellbeing for all.