Research on problems not related to thesis.

Research on problems not related to thesis.

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This course provides the molecular basis on how dietary factors regulate the pathogenic progression of chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis, and other nutrition-associated metabolic disorders. Additionally, this course will discuss the recent advances and scientific controversies in nutritional sciences.

This course is designed as a foundational course in micronutrient nutrition. The course will focus on specific vitamin and mineral functions, requirements and factors that influence them, methods for assessing vitamin status in individuals and populations, and the health consequences of deficiency or excess. The clinical and public health implications of micronutrient nutrition will be emphasized.

Practical field experience in human nutrition. Prerequisite: NUTRITN 352

Mainly for candidates for the Master of Science degree who do not write a thesis. Original research expected. Two bound copies of a written report of the study required by the department. Credit, 3-6.

Mainly for candidates for the Master of Science degree who do not write a thesis. Original research expected. Two bound copies of a written report of the study required by the department. Credit, 3-6.

A practice-based approach to public health nutrition processes through readings, lectures and active participation; assessing community needs, priorities and goals; implementing nutrition interventions; designing nutrition plans; building coalitions; and preparing grant applications.