Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy

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Food & Nutrition

In France, Lessons on How Culture Shapes What We Eat

A new two-week course in global nutrition takes graduate students to farmers markets, family farms, and the U.N.

September 28, 2026

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Food & Nutrition

Juna Hatta-Langedyk’s Desire for a Healthier Future

The Tufts senior is striving for better health outcomes through her research and volunteer work

September 24, 2026

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University News

Making Tufts More Affordable—and More Valuable

Through financial aid and new initiatives, the university is increasing access for students across its schools and across the socioeconomic spectrum

September 24, 2026

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Healthcare

The Menopause Movement Is Making Waves

As more women seek treatment for midlife symptoms, a medical specialty is growing, and a university-wide initiative aims to light the way

September 21, 2026

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Tufts Launches Joint Master’s Degree in Applied AI for Food and Nutrition

The curriculum is geared toward professionals in nutrition who are hoping to gain a strong foundation in AI as it applies to their field.

September 16, 2026

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New Tufts-UMass Amherst Research Tackles Food Security, Nutrition, and Sustainable Food Systems

From local seafood meal kits to cell-cultivated salmon and precision nutrition, three funded projects aim to improve health, sustainability, and food security.

August 27, 2026