Department of Food Science and Nutrition

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Welcome to the Department of Food Science and Nutrition at the University of Minnesota. Home to world-class researchers and educators, we are Driven to Discover™ the ways food impacts health and society.

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National Nutrition Month

We celebrated Nutrition Month with CFANS! Read the feature articles

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New Faculty Position

We are currently accepting applications for a new Assistant Professor in Native American Nutrition and Food Systems

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Building Renovations

A multimillion dollar renovation is coming soon to revamp the FScN Building and our Pilot Plant.

News

  • Levi presenting to audience in front of banner

    Improving Patient Outcomes

    March 26, 2026

    Assistant Professor Levi Teigen is exploring how oral rehydration solutions can decrease instances of hospital readmission in patients with ileostomies.

  • Katie in front of brick wall and graphic of inflamed kidneys

    National Kidney Day

    March 12, 2026

    Did you know chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults—an estimated 35.5 million Americans? Associate Professor Katie Hill Gallant is helping provide clear guidance for clinicians and patients.

  • Aimee and Angela Davis sitting at desk with microphones

    How Much Protein?

    March 4, 2026

    Aimee Tritt speaks with MPR's Angela Davis about the recent protein trend and how much someone actually needs. #NutritionMonth

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