The Department of Nutritional Sciences and its researchers work closely with members of the community, providing information and resources that helps lead to healthier lives.
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EdEN Lab
EdEN (Education, Evaluation, Nutrition) helps teachers promote learning and healthier living through hands-on school garden experiences. The program empowers educators and connect students to nutrition through education in school gardens.
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Cook ’em
Cook ’em is an online collection of student-produced videos designed to highlight food science and safety techniques. The series offers easy-to-follow guides and recipes. From hands-on kitchen chemistry to culinary research-based techniques, the series offers foolproof ways to learn to create delicious food while understanding the science behind it.
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Trainings, Webinars & Events
Our faculty regularly work to bridge the gap between nutrition research and the everyday food choices everyone makes, providing a series of public engagement events. We aim to empower consumers, healthcare providers, entrepreneurs, communities and more with evidence-based nutrition guidance to help people lead a better. Find past videos of presentations we have given, including at the College of Natural Sciences-hosted Texas Science Festival.