Jenifer Fenton
Professor
imigjeni@msu.edu
517-353-3342
Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition
The biochemical nutrition research program focuses on the utilization of molecular, cellular and physiological techniques to investigate nutrient function and metabolism in health and chronic disease prevention. Approaches ranging from the whole animal to cell culture are employed. Areas of emphases include nutrient bioavailability, vitamin A, Sphingolipid and zinc functions, phytochemicals and cancer prevention, and neuroendocrine regulation of energy metabolism.
Participating Faculty
Leslie D. Bourquin
Professor and Chairperson
bourqui1@msu.edu
517-355-8474
Sarah Comstock
Associate Professor
comsto37@msu.edu
517-353-3415
Elizabeth M. Gardner
Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies
egardner@msu.edu
517-353-3354
James J. Pestka
Robert and Carol Deibel Family Endowed Professor; University Distinguished Professor
pestka@msu.edu
517-353-1709
Rita Strakovsky
Associate Professor, Maternal Nutrition and Toxicology
Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition
strakovs@msu.edu
517-353-3352
Nancy Turner
Professor of Nutrition
ndturner@msu.edu
517-353-7103
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