Welcome to the Department of Nutritional Sciences
Improving nutrition and health through research, teaching, and outreach
Undergraduate
Uncover the science behind nutrition in our undergraduate program. From studying human metabolism to addressing community nutrition challenges, we prepare you with knowledge and skills to tackle real-world issues head-on, while providing a springboard for advanced study in healthcare and research disciplines.
Graduate
Multiple graduate programs spanning molecular research to clinical practice. Students learn the integrative and multidisciplinary nature of nutrition research to prepare for careers in academia, industry, the community and healthcare.
Research
Advancing knowledge of nutrition through research that ranges from molecular and biochemical aspects of nutrition, animal and human metabolism and physiology, studies of human subjects, to important issues of community nutrition and education.
Latest from our Department
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Dietetics Supervised Practice Webinar
New Dietetics Application Process for ACEND® Supervised Practice Programs (DIs, CPs, GPs) All ACEND accredited supervised practice programs must participate in the Dietetic Inclusive Centralized Application…
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Addressing Food Insecurity Among UW Students
Alumni Spotlight: Agnes Sherman By Beth Olson The course NS540: Community Nutrition and Health Equity, includes speakers working in different areas of community nutrition to expose students to possible career opportunities in the dietetics profession. An alumni of the…
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How Ultra‑Processed Foods Impact Your Overall Health
Ultra-processed foods are a hot topic in the fields of health and nutrition, but what exactly are they and how do they impact our overall…
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WIC hiring RDN or DTR, Janesville, WI
Job Post: Registered Dietitian / WIC NutritionistJoin our team of Registered Dietitians at Nutrition & Health Associates, Inc. We are currently seeking a full-time Registered…
Events
Federico Rey Spring 2026 Seminar
March 5 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmJackie Fretz Spring 2026 Seminar
March 12 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pmEric McGregor Spring 2026 Seminar
March 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm