Evaluating Tremella fuciformis as a natural thickener for dysphagia management: A study using the IDDSI framework and consistometry

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10-minute presentations
Dysphagia
Feeding
Innovative practice
Professional standards
Swallowing
Friday, June 26, 2026
1:55 PM - 2:05 PM
Knowledge Hub | Central Room B, Ground Floor

Overview

Hang Chi Yue

Details

⏫ Rapid oral presentation
⏲️ 1:55–2:05 pm
⌛ 10-minutes
📚 Assumed knowledge of attendees: Foundational (new/casual familiarity with the topic e.g. treated a single case)

Presenter

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Ms Hang Chi Yue

Evaluating Tremella fuciformis as a natural thickener for dysphagia management: A study using the IDDSI framework and consistometry

1:55 PM - 2:05 PM

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Rachel Yue is a speech-language pathologist and researcher based in Hong Kong, with a focus on evidence-based interventions for communication and swallowing disorders. She recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences at The University of Hong Kong. As an Undergraduate Research Fellow in the HKU Speech Science Laboratory, Rachel led an independent study on Tremella fuciformis as a natural, cost-effective thickener for dysphagia management, applying the International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) framework and consistometry. Her research interests span dysphagia care, speech sound disorders, and the clinical application of biofeedback technologies. Rachel has presented her work at multiple academic forums and has been recognised with competitive research and innovation awards, including the HKU Undergraduate Research Fellowship and the HSBC Greater Bay Area Scholarship. She currently practises with paediatric clients, integrating research-driven approaches into therapy and supporting functional gains in everyday contexts.

Session chair

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Dai Pu
Monash University & Little Birds Allied Health

Student volunteer(s)

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Sharene Min Min Chia

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Yakufu Dilinuer

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