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