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Higher Education

During her graduate studies, Lauren taught a variety of nutrition and health courses including Introduction to Nutrition and guest lectures for Medical Nutrition Therapy and Kinesiology courses. 

Digital Dietetics Education

As a Registered Dietitian, Lauren loves sharing knowledge about everything from the foods we eat to how our bodies metabolize it.

 

In 2018, she created the Dietitians in Nutrition Support YouTube channel. This award-winning channel engages with thousands of viewers annually to share nutrition and dietetics information. 

Nutrition Research

Lauren has a PhD in nutrition, with expertise in nutrition informatics, biomedical ontologies, and data harmonization. Her work has spanned a variety of topics including pharmacology, covid-19, rare disease, and environmental exposures. Her work in collaborative, translational labs has garnered a passion for team science and community-powered research. 

Science Storytelling

A personal love of science has driven Lauren's academic career and deep passion for sharing evidence-based knowledge about science, healthcare, and technology. She is a skilled storyteller, crafting engaging and accessible content to reach a variety of audiences. 

Meet Lauren!

Education and Training

Postdoctoral Scholar

University of Chicago, PI Sam Volchenboum

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PhD in Nutrition, minor in Biological Data Sciences

Oregon State University, PIs Melissa Haendel & Emily Ho

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MS in Family & Consumer Sciences, Dietetic Internship

Illinois State University, Advisor Jennifer Barnes

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BS in Nutrition, minor in Psychology

Oregon State University

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