Social media ‘significantly’ influences nutritional choices, emotional well-being, student’s study shows

Dietetics major Emma Cotter invited to present research at American Society for Nutrition Conference in May The relationship between social media and nutrition has become increasingly intertwined in recent years, shaping individuals’ dietary behaviors, perceptions and choices in profound ways, especially through dietary trends and fads pushed by “influencers.” University of Rhode Island dietetics student […]

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URI’s Public Health Symposium features famed homeless health advocate, Harvard Medical School professor

Dr. Jim O’Connell will deliver keynote address April 7 at start of National Public Health Week A medical professional dedicated to the health of some of the most marginalized members of society will deliver the keynote address at a University of Rhode Island Department of Public Health symposium on April 7. Dr. James O’Connell, assistant […]

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URI to host international XV Progress in Motor Control Conference

Biennial meeting of the International Society of Motor Control scheduled for June 30-July 2 on URI’s Kingston Campus Scientists from around the world specializing in motor control and neuroscience will travel to the University of Rhode Island this summer as the university hosts the international XV Progress in Motor Control Conference. The university’s Department of […]

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URI Child Development Centers host International Association of Laboratory Schools’ Annual Conference

Laboratory schools, including those at URI, provide experiential learning for college students, comprehensive education for pre-school children The University of Rhode Island Child Development Centers hosted the International Association of Laboratory Schools’ annual conference, offering participants an opportunity to explore how the perspectives of educators, students, and parents help guide the research, policies, and practices […]

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URI study addresses disparities in obesity treatment for Hispanic-Latino communities

Doctoral student, registered dietitian aims to understand low rates of metabolic and bariatric surgery in community Hispanic-Latino individuals experience some of the highest obesity rates in the U.S. compared to other ethnic groups, yet have far lower rates of metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS), the most effective obesity treatment. A University of Rhode Island doctoral […]

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