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HNFE 5204: Translational Science in HNFE

Concentration: Applied Nutrition and Physical Activity
Credits: 4 graduate credit(s)

Description

Principles and practice of translational science research as it relates to human health and chronic disease.  Overview of basic science research, preclinical and clinical intervention development, and community and public health practice in relation to human nutrition, foods, and exercise. Principles of scientific inquiry from a team-based approach. Scientific team development and generation of interdisciplinary and translational research questions. 

Syllabus

Learning Objectives


1.  Analyze the fundamental scientific principles of translational research within the disciplines of nutrition, foods, and exercise.
2.  Examine research approaches to health-related problems that utilize molecular/ cellular, clinical/ applied, and community strategies.
3.  Apply interdisciplinary and translational research approaches to develop solutions for chronic health problems related to nutrition, foods, and exercise.
4.     Analyze the factors that facilitate or inhibit developing and maintaining a strong scientific team.
5.     Use strategies to enhance group decision-making and cope with conflict in scientific teams.

 

Prerequisites and Corequisites

Graduate Standing

Instructor(s)

Madlyn Frisard