Changes in leadership and a new initiative promise to usher in an exciting era for the school.
New Directions at the Friedman School
We are excited to announce the appointment of Christina Economos as the new Dean of the Friedman School, effective July 1, 2023. Dariush Mozaffarian will be taking on a new leadership role to build a cross-school Food is Medicine initiative at Tufts.
A leader in research into children’s nutrition, health, and obesity prevention, Chris Economos looks to expand the school’s offerings—and impact—as she assumes the permanent deanship. Read More.
"If we continue growing our strengths, it will enable us to tackle the biggest food and nutrition-related issues we're facing as a society."
Additionally, Tufts Now recently spoke with Dariush Mozaffarian about his professional journey, the promise of Food is Medicine, and what may be on the horizon for Tufts. This fast-growing field has the power to do good for all—especially those who most need it.
"Among the most significant things about Food is Medicine interventions are the joint benefits for both food security and nutrition security."