Nutrition division

Nutrition Division

Bridging the gap between food science and health, wellness, and nutrition.

 

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2000+

Members
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1976

Year Founded
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60+

Countries Represented by Members

Division Accomplishments/Recognition

  • The Outstanding Volunteer award honors a current Division member who provided exemplary volunteer work to the Division in the current year. The 2021-2022 recipient is Bing Yan.
  • The Outstanding Service award honors current Division members who have demonstrated a history of service to the Division or field. The 2021-2022 recipient is Hongbing Fan.

Division Oral Competition Finalists

  • First: Karthik Medabalimi, Alabama A&M University: Effect of Selected Drying Methods on the Antioxidant Potential of Curry Leaves
  • Second: Chetanjot Romana, University of Arkansas: Use of Additive Manufacturing to Produce High Protein Meals for Older Adults Using Alternative Protein Sources
  • Third: Jieun Lim, Kyung Hee University: Optimization of Blanching Condition for Removing Potassium From Spinach Using Response Surface Methodology
  • Finalists: Ricardo Santos, Louisiana State University: Effect of microwave and ultrasound assisted extraction on phenolic content and antioxidant, antibacterial, enzymatic, and anti-inflammatory properties of Salix alba aqueous and ethanolic bark extracts
  • Finalist: Harpreet Singh, Alabama A&M University: Neuroprotective effects of Selected Phytochemicals from various fruits on tert-Butyl-Induced/Hydrogen Peroxide Toxicity and Oxidative Stress in Non- malignant neuronal cells (HCN)

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