Mission Statement: To advance research in nutritional sciences by fostering communication among scientists from diverse disciplines that range from molecules to populations.
Description:
The Nutritional Sciences Council (NSC) serves as a home for
members with research interests encompassing the breadth of
nutrition sciences with the goal of improving the nutritional
status of individuals and populations across the lifespan.Thus,
NSC member's research interests include basic molecular, animal,
human and population research, translational nutrition research
and education. The NSC:
Brings scientists from different disciplines together to increase communication and foster new interactions by sponsoring networking events at Experimental Biology and on the web;
Disseminates nutrition advances by showcasing interdisciplinary and translational sciences through sponsorship of symposia and workshops;
Promotes the career advancement of junior members through NSC awards and networking activities;
Creates and sponsors workshops that serve as practical primers in cutting edge technology;
Supports ASN advocacy for national policies to promote funding of biomedical research and nutrition programs.
Member Profiles2009-2010 NSC Chair Summary
ASN Job page
ASN Student Awards
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Learn more about Vicki Vieira-Potter, the NSC's postdoctoral representative.