Innovative Discoveries Series

Creating a Graphical Logic Model will introduce the basic concepts of the logic modeling process and define the elements that comprise a logic model. Participants will be taken through the process of creating a graphical logic model for a project, including identifying project goals and key strategies and brainstorming the theory of change that links… Read More »Innovative Discovery Series – Creating a Graphical Logic Model

The early nutritional environment plays a crucial role in optimizing growth, developing a palate for a healthy diet, and reducing risks for disease. While human milk is the gold standard for infant nutrition, by 4 months of age >50% of US infants are fed infant formula, either alone or to supplement human milk. As a… Read More »Innovative Discovery Series – Diet Composition in Early Infancy: Impact on energy balance, weight status, and other health outcomes

  This presentation will provide an overview of design thinking and user-centered design strategies. There will be an emphasis on integrating these approaches into applied research, including intervention design and pilot studies. Several examples will be utilized to provide practical, real-world insight into how researchers can leverage these approaches to innovate, improve their programs of… Read More »Innovative Discovery Series – Design Thinking: An Applied Introduction for Researchers

  Food insecurity is of increasing concern and affects millions of Americans, yet the invisible burden of stigma often prevents individuals from accessing the nutritional support they need. This presentation explores how stigma associated with poverty, race, and food assistance creates barriers to food security at both structural and individual levels. Drawing on new research… Read More »Innovative Discovery Series – Food Security and Stigma