Auburn University's Health Disparities Research Graduate Program in Nutritional Sciences equips students with grant-funded research opportunities and industry collaborations to tackle nutrition-related health disparities. With expert faculty mentorship and interdisciplinary partnerships, students develop practical, community-focused solutions that drive meaningful change.
Auburn University's health disparities research graduate program in the Department of Nutritional Sciences focuses on nutrition-related health disparities in underserved populations. Students examine social, economic and environmental factors influencing health, with an emphasis on nutrition's role in chronic disease prevention and health promotion.
Working with faculty experts in nutrition epidemiology, maternal and child nutrition and food systems, students conduct research that directly improves health outcomes. Auburn's partnerships with the Alabama Department of Public Health and community health centers provide hands-on fieldwork opportunities.
Graduates are well-prepared for careers in public health, academia and government agencies, improving nutrition and health outcomes in marginalized communities. The program's strong focus on grant-funded research and industry collaborations ensures practical, community-focused solutions. Students also benefit from mentorship by Auburn's renowned faculty, committed to driving meaningful change in public health.
The program emphasizes community-based participatory research, ensuring students collaborate with local populations to design and implement evidence-based interventions. Access to Auburn's research centers and advanced labs allows students to explore innovative solutions to nutrition-related disparities.
- Tailored Research Opportunities: Students in this program have access to the Health Disparities Research Initiative (HDRI), engaging in interdisciplinary research with experts in policy, human development and healthcare to develop solutions for health disparities, while benefiting from specialized resources and mentorship.
- Collaborations with National Institutions: Partnerships with major research organizations, providing students with access to grant funding, expanded networks and valuable resources to enhance their research on health disparities.
- Student Leadership Development: The program fosters leadership through workshops, seminars and conferences, preparing students to advocate for policy change and public health improvements.
