Oncology Nutrition

Nutritionist, researcher and professor, Lund University and European University of Madrid

Pedro Carrera Bastos is a Portuguese and Spanish nutritionist, researcher, and PhD candidate at Lund University, Sweden, and the European University of Madrid, Spain. He holds a BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics, a BA in Business Administration, an MSc in Human Nutrition, and post-graduate diplomas in Biochemistry, Clinical Nutrition, and Exercise and Health. Pedro lectures extensively on Nutrition worldwide and is a cofounding partner of CEAN, a Spanish-based company that provides education in Nutritional Sciences for health professionals in Spain and Latin America. He is a co-author of highly viewed and cited papers, including "The Western Diet and Lifestyle and Diseases of Civilization," with over 1.7 million views, and "Chronic inflammation in the etiology of disease across the lifespan," which ranks in the 99th percentile of all tracked articles in Nature Medicine.

Nutritional Scientist

Toral Shah, a Nutritional Scientist and Integrative Oncology Practitioner, focuses on

optimizing health, reducing cancer risk, and preventing chronic diseases through nutrition

and integrative methods. A breast cancer survivor, she understands the importance of diet

and lifestyle changes post-diagnosis. Her MSc thesis examined dietary strategies to

reduce breast cancer recurrence, and she has created integrative oncology courses for

breast and prostate cancer patients. She collaborates with NIHR and other academic

institutions on cancer patient prehabilitation and rehabilitation research including

nutrition and lifestyle, with a particular focus on breast cancer . Outside clinical work,

Toral educates and advocates through collaborations with brands, organizations, and

media. She co-founded South Asian Supernovas to tackle health disparities in cancer care

in South Asians.

Clinical Nutritionist and Researcher

A clinical nutritionist, researcher, and lecturer, he holds academic training in Nutrition, Biochemistry, and Molecular Biology. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry and Immunology at the Federal University of Minas Gerais.

His research focuses on metabolism, inflammation, nutritional supplementation, and integrative health. He is the author of international scientific publications and serves as a peer reviewer for scientific journals in the field.

Health coach and cancer rehabilitation specialist

Georgios Mavropalias is an exercise oncology and cancer rehabilitation specialist with a PhD in muscle and connective tissue adaptation. He has an international academic and clinical background, with extensive experience in exercise medicine, clinical nutrition, telehealth, and oncology-focused research.

His work spans clinical practice and research, including leadership roles in exercise oncology studies, coordination of multicentre clinical trials, and the development of personalised exercise and lifestyle interventions for people undergoing cancer treatment. His areas of expertise include managing treatment-related side effects, improving functional capacity and body composition, and integrating evidence-based exercise and nutrition into comprehensive oncology care.

Alongside his clinical and research activity, he is an experienced university lecturer and author of multiple peer-reviewed publications in international scientific journals. His work contributes to advancing the role of exercise and rehabilitation as core components of modern, integrative cancer care.

Medical Doctor, Professor, ESPEN faculty and guidelines

Nutritionist (ON0047N), Physician, Specialist in Immuno-Hemotherapy (OM55311). She holds a PhD in Nutrition, Oncology, and Metabolism and has expertise in Clinical Nutrition from ESPEN (European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism) as well as in Clinical Research from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Lisbon. She engages in clinical practice in clinical nutrition, metabolism, oncology, immuno-hemotherapy, and clinical medicine. At the Faculty of Medicine of the Catholic University of Portugal, she holds the positions of: Professor of Medicine, Nutrition, and Scientific Research, Member of the Scientific Council, Librarian Professor, Member of the Coordination of the Master’s Program, and Member of the Scientific and Installation Council of the Doctoral Program. She is the Director of the International Postgraduate Program “Nutrition and Metabolism in Oncology” and Team Leader and Principal Investigator at the Interdisciplinary Research Center in Health at UCP and CatolicaMed Platform. She is also an Associate Professor of Physiological Biochemistry at Egas Moniz University Institute (IUEM) and Principal Investigator at the Interdisciplinary Research Center Egas Moniz (CiiEM), Egas Moniz University Institute (IUEM). She is a member of the ESPEN Faculty and the ESPEN Guidelines Committee. She is the author and co-author of over 70 original scientific articles published in peer-reviewed journals.

Physician specialising in Functional, Integrative, Metabolic and Circadian Medicine

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition & Registered Dietitian

Advanced practice oncology dietitian and a PhD student in Rehabilitation Sciences at New York University. Specializes in the interdisciplinary integration of nutrition, physical therapy, and mental health services for patients living with and beyond blood cancers. Has served as an Adjunct Professor and Guest Lecturer to graduate students throughout NYC, including Teachers College Columbia University, New York University, and Pace University. Peter is the chair-elect for the Oncology Nutrition Dietetic Practice Group and has held leadership roles in the House of Delegates, the Practice Excellence Committee, and the CEO Advisory Panel at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Served as a nutrition expert with the American Congress on Rehabilitation Medicine and Cancer Survivorship and Supportive Care Professionals Network where he strongly advocates for integration of nutrition services into cancer rehabilitation and supportive care teams. Blends clinical, research, academic, and professional service expertise in his daily work to further the knowledge, skills, and influence of oncology dietitians in the field of supportive cancer care

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition & Registered Dietitian

B.S. Dietetics & Food Administration. M.S. Kinesiology: Exercise Physiology & Nutrition

Doctor of Clinical Nutrition: Rutgers School of Health Professionals. Outstanding Dietetic Intern in a Dietetic Internship Award 2014-2015, California Academy Nutrition Dietetics. Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year 2016-2017, California Academy Nutrition Dietetics

Extensive experience serving in healthcare leadership roles at the local, state, and national level. Innovative thought-leader determined to transform the cancer supportive care landscape globally. Areas of interest: Preventative Health/Wellness, Sports Dietetics, Clinical Nutrition, Digital Health, Oncology