Isabelle Meulenbroeks is a physiotherapist and postdoctoral fellow at the Australian Institute of Health Innovation, Macquarie University. Her research focuses on improving care quality for older adults by shifting health systems from reactive to preventative models that support function and quality of life. Using mixed methods, including clinician and resident interviews and analysis of electronic health records and administrative data, she produces policy‑relevant evidence to strengthen evidence‑based, high‑quality aged care services.