MD Nutrition

Course Overview This research program offers a comprehensive exploration of human nutrition, from molecular metabolism to its impact on public health. Our work spans the entire translational research spectrum, investigating the intricate relationships between diet, the gut, and chronic diseases. Students benefit from a collaborative environment with projects often jointly supervised across our world-class research institutes. Key Program Highlights Research spans the life cycle, from infant nutrition to adult chronic disease Focus on cutting-edge areas like gut microflora interactions and metabolic health Pioneering translational research methods that bridge the lab and community health Interdisciplinary projects supervised across multiple research institutes Investigation into the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of nutrients and food components