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Advancing the field and promoting health equity 

The Department of Nutritional Sciences explores the relationship between diet, health, and disease across the domains of behavior, population, and metabolism. Our research drives meaningful changes in nutritional sciences, blending cutting-edge pre-clinical and clinical studies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and real-world public health strategies. From improving food access to addressing chronic disease through better nutrition, our work directly impacts the health of communities. We accelerate discoveries into action, turning science into solutions that create healthier futures for all.

Cross-cutting impact on nutritional status and chronic disease prevention

A white plate is on a pink and green background.
A white plate is on a pink and green background.
Intersection between behavior and population
Our work in the behavior and population domains includes dietary patterns, chronic disease prevention and treatment, and assessment tools.
A green and yellow gradient with a graphic of a family with an apple
A green and yellow gradient with a graphic of a family with an apple
Intersection between population and metabolism
Our research in the population and metabolism domains includes micronutrient deficiency, individual variability, and clinical nutrition.
A graphic of a person and a DNA helix are against an orange and pink background.
A graphic of a person and a DNA helix are against an orange and pink background.
Intersection between metabolism and behavior
Our exploration in the metabolism and behavior domains considers nutritional neuroscience, the gut-brain axis, and social determinants of health.