Department of Food Science and Nutrition

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Department Head Job Ubbink with students at poster session
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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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New Faculty Position

We are currently recruiting for an Assoc/Full Professor in Native American Nutrition and Food Systems

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In Memoriam

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Emeritus Francis ‘Frank’ Busta. Find details on the forthcoming memorial service and learn more about Frank's impactful life and career.

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Building Renovations

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

News

  • Joanne in lab and headshot of Al levine

    USDA Dietary Guidelines

    January 26, 2026

    Professor Joanne Slavin and Professor Emeritus Al Levine offer their takes on the new 2025-2030 dietary guidelines and their implications

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    National Cheese Lover's Day

    January 20, 2026

    A special feature from CFANS about our notable contributions to the world of cheese! 🧀

  • department head Job Ubbink and alumnus Misen Luu pose in front of a banner at the 2025 CFANS Homecoming event

    Inaugural FScN Awards

    December 19, 2025

    Meet the alumni, students, and staff who were selected to receive departmental awards!

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