The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Michigan State University offers nationally recognized academic programs, research and community outreach. Our department is home to nearly 40 faculty, 40+ graduate students and over 500 undergraduate students.
We work to solve contemporary issues in food production, quality and safety, nutrient function and health and chronic disease prevention.
There are also many interdisciplinary opportunities across the the Department of Food Science and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Recent Publications
News
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Michigan State University postdoc honored for lupus research
Published on May 4, 2021
Lichchavi Dan Rajasinghe, a postdoctoral researcher in the MSU Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, has received multiple accolades for identifying a safe, effective way to treat lupus. -
Sarah Comstock named 2021 MSU Undergraduate Research Faculty Mentor of the Year
Published on April 21, 2021
Comstock, an assistant professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, is one of two university-wide recipients of the student-nominated award. -
Bourquin named chairperson for Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
Published on April 19, 2021
Leslie Bourquin, Ph.D., has been named chairperson for the MSU Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, effective May 1. -
FSHN professor receives 2021 CANR Distinguished Faculty Award
Published on February 16, 2021
Gale Strasburg, Ph.D., will receive the 2021 CANR Distinguished Faculty Award during ANR Month. -
FDA director receives 2021 CANR Alumni Service Award
Published on February 16, 2021
FDA director Mark Moorman will receive the 2021 CANR Alumni Service Award during ANR Month.
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In the News
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Poorer Sleep Quality during the COVID-19 Pandemic Predicts Higher Dietary Risk
Published on January 15, 2021 by Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute: Clocks & Sleep
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MSU awarded $2.1 million grant to study chemical impacts on post-pregnancy health of women
Published on September 23, 2020 by Fox 47 News
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SAWBO RAPID Addresses Economic Impacts of COVID-19
Published on September 22, 2020 by The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
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MSU awarded $500,000 grant for food processing program
Published on September 16, 2020 by Farm Progress