The Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition at Michigan State University offers nationally recognized academic programs, research and community outreach. Our department is home to nearly 40 faculty, over 40 graduate students, and over 500 undergraduate students across our three undergraduate majors: Dietetics, Food Science, and Nutritional Sciences.
We work to solve contemporary issues in food production, quality and safety, nutrient function and health and chronic disease prevention.
There are also many interdisciplinary opportunities across the Department of Food Science and the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Recent Publications
News
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MSU scientist making food safer worldwide through research, policy
Published on March 5, 2025
Felicia Wu is working to better understand how to mitigate harmful aflatoxins and other food safety challenges globally. -
MSU researcher seeking to improve treatments for autoimmune diseases
Published on February 19, 2025
MSU AgBioResearch scientist James Pestka's research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids can help manage lupus. -
Dr. Albert and MaryKay Bolles honored with 2025 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award
Published on February 10, 2025
Dr. Albert and MaryKay Bolles will receive the 2025 CANR Dean's Pinnacle of Excellence Award during the annual ANR Awards on Friday, March 7. -
MSU faculty drive leadership in global risk analysis at SRA 2024 Annual Meeting
Published on January 21, 2025
CANR was well-represented at the SRA 2024 Annual Meeting in December 2024. MSU’s involvement was highlighted by Dr. Felicia Wu, who served as president, and Dr. Doug Bessette, Dr. Jade Mitchell and Dr. Adam Zwickle, who served on the SRA’s council. -
Newly published research by FSHN professor explores dietary solutions for improved lupus management
Published on December 18, 2024
Newly published research by MSU researcher James Pestka explores how simple dietary modifications can help manage autoimmune diseases such as lupus, aiming to improve patient care and quality of life.
Events
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Mar 14
2025 Jr MANRRS Leadership Symposium
March 14, 2025 – March 16, 2025 Marriott East Lansing at University Place
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Mar 28
OCAB Intercultural Awareness Day: Building Resilience Together
March 28, 2025 8:30AM – 1:00PM Multicultural Center- Multipurpose Room A 1050
In the News
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Dr. Felicia Wu appointed provisional co-chair for NASEM committee on societal issues of engineering biology research
Published on January 6, 2025
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MSU research powers Michigan’s economy and future
Published on November 20, 2024 by WKAR
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Dr. Courtney Carignan receives Joan M. Daisey Outstanding Young Scientist Award
Published on July 6, 2023 by International Society of Exposure Science
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10 MSU faculty honored with University Distinguished Professor designation
Published on June 16, 2023