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FFHI Welcomes Melissa Breck as Human Studies Coordinator
Feb 02, 2012 — The Foods for Health Institute recently hired a graduate from the Nutrition Department to join the team in a permanent position, continuing the important work that she does in the clinical studies.
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Researchers Awarded Grant for Multi-Disciplinary Research About the Effects of Dairy Fats
Jan 17, 2012 — Metabolic Phenotype Program researchers at the Foods for Health Institute received a substantial grant from the Dairy Research Institute to explore the metabolic effects of consuming different types of dairy product fats compared to non-dairy products containing similar fats.
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Dr. Angela Marcobal is Published in Prestigious Journal Cell Press
Dec 06, 2011 — Former Foods for Health Institute postdoctoral researcher Dr. Angela Marcobal was the first author on an important new publication that examines the role of bacteroides in an infant’s gut.
Undergraduate Mentorship Program Provides Research Experience and Professional Skills for Students
The Undergraduate Mentorship Program with the Foods for Health Institute offers a unique learning opportunity for UC Davis students. Designed by Dr. Jennifer Smilowitz, Associate Director of Human Health Assessment Research at the Foods for Health Institute, the Mentorship Program exposes undergraduate students to research in a professional setting, encourages the development of critical thinking and communication skills, and sharpens their ability to undertake quality research projects.
Learn More About the FFHI Mentorship Program
Read Student Testimonials About the Program
For more information about the Mentorship Program or opportunities to conduct research in labs affiliated with the Foods for Health Institute please email: ucdavis.ffhi.mentorship@gmail.com
Undergraduate students interested in conducting research in labs affiliated with the Foods for Health Institute should fill out an application and email to: ucdavis.ffhi.mentorship@gmail.com
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