Department of Nutrition

Nutrition Research. Our faculty conduct research on the role of bioactives in the prevention of chronic diseases such as cancer and obesity. Picture of alfalfa lab.

Undergraduate programs in nutrition science.

Graduate programs include a master of science in nutrition, the dietetic internship, a doctorate in nutrition, and a dual masters.

The Department of Nutrition was established in January 2020 upon a rich heritage of Aggie leadership in nutrition. In creating the Department, the state of Texas and Texas A&M University recognized the importance of the discipline of nutrition in maintaining health and preventing diseases.

Announcements

New web site is under development reflecting an exciting expansion plan laid out in our

2021-2026 Strategic Plan

Faculty Achievements

Researchers identify potential therapeutic target for diabetes. For more Faculty Achievements Click Here.

Student Achievements

Food Science & Technology Students win 2nd Place at College Bowl. For More Student Achievements Click Here.

Students and Dr. Creasy at the IFTSA college bowl

Recent Publications

Jayedi, A, Ge, L, Johnston, BC, Shahinfar, H, Safabakhsh, M, Mohamadpur, S et al.. Comparative effectiveness of single foods and food groups on body weight: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of 152 randomized controlled trials. Eur J Nutr. 2022; :. doi: 10.1007/s00394-022-03046-z. PubMed PMID:36441235 .
Seguin-Fowler, RA, Eldridge, GD, Rethorst, CD, Graham, ML, Demment, M, Strogatz, D et al.. Improvements and Maintenance of Clinical and Functional Measures Among Rural Women: Strong Hearts, Healthy Communities-2. 0 Cluster Randomized Trial. Circ Cardiovasc Qual Outcomes. 2022;15 (11):e009333. doi: 10.1161/CIRCOUTCOMES.122.009333. PubMed PMID:36378768 PubMed Central PMC9665948.
Walker, JR, Anding, JD, Dudensing, RM, Lavinghouze, SR, Jauregui, V, Coats, K et al.. From Evidence-Based Implementation Guides to Meaningful Action: Public Health Practitioners Use Readiness Assessments to Build Bridges to Successful Community Prevention Implementation. Health Promot Pract. 2022;23 (1_suppl):118S-127S. doi: 10.1177/15248399221116308. PubMed PMID:36374596 .

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Academic Programs

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Research Areas

Our faculty conduct research on the role of bioactives in the prevention of chronic diseases. Learn more about their research.

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