Dietetic research involvement is associated with the European region where a dietitian is working and their highest degree qualification.

Background: Research is the foundation of the dietetic profession and of evidence-based guidelines/practice. The present study aimed to examine the level of research involvement among dietitians in Europe.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among dietitians across Europe using the validated Research Involvement Questionnaire (RIQ), which assigns participants to four levels of research involvement.