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10/14/2026

Ever wondered what life as a Nutritional Sciences grad student looks like? 👀🔬

Spoiler alert: It's more than just classes and assignments!

From sharing research to making connections and gaining real-world experiences, there's always something happening in DNS. 🧡💙

Come along for a little glimpse into student life at Illinois! ✨

We are saddened by the passing of Professor Yuan-Xiang Pan, a faculty member at the Division of Nutritional Sciences.For...
09/14/2026

We are saddened by the passing of Professor Yuan-Xiang Pan, a faculty member at the Division of Nutritional Sciences.

For more than two decades at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Pan advanced our understanding of how diet and environmental factors can influence health and disease through epigenetic changes. He was also deeply committed to teaching and mentoring the next generation of nutrition scientists.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his students, colleagues, friends, family, and all those whose lives he touched.

Learn more about Dr. Pan’s life and contributions: https://aces.illinois.edu/news/remembering-yuan-xiang-pan-longtime-nutrition-professor

🎉 A warm welcome to our newest DNS graduate students!Last week, the Division of Nutritional Sciences welcomed 10 new gra...
08/31/2026

🎉 A warm welcome to our newest DNS graduate students!

Last week, the Division of Nutritional Sciences welcomed 10 new graduate students to the University of Illinois and the College of ACES. We’re excited to have this talented group join our community and can’t wait to see all they accomplish as they begin their journey in nutritional sciences.

Welcome to campus, and welcome to DNS! 🧡💙

✨ DNS at NUTRITION 2026! ✨Members of the Division of Nutritional Sciences recently gathered in National Harbor, Maryland...
08/26/2026

✨ DNS at NUTRITION 2026! ✨

Members of the Division of Nutritional Sciences recently gathered in National Harbor, Maryland, for the American Society for Nutrition’s NUTRITION 2026 meeting. From sharing research and exchanging ideas to reconnecting with colleagues and friends, it was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the work and community that make DNS special.

We’re proud of our students, faculty, alumni, and friends who represented Illinois and helped make this year’s meeting so memorable. 🧡💙

Take a look at a few moments from NUTRITION 2026! 📸

✨ Congratulations to DNS doctoral student Nadine Veasley on presenting her exit seminar, “More Than Meets the Calorie: T...
08/24/2026

✨ Congratulations to DNS doctoral student Nadine Veasley on presenting her exit seminar, “More Than Meets the Calorie: The Effects of a High-Fiber Cereal on the Metabolizable Energy of the Typical American Diet, the Gut Microbiome, and Individual Responses.”

Nadine shared her research examining how a high-fiber cereal may influence metabolizable energy, the gut microbiome, and individual responses within the context of a typical American diet. We’re proud to celebrate this important milestone and her contributions to nutrition science. 👏🎓

Nadine is advised by Dr. Hannah Holscher. Thank you to her committee members and everyone who joined in support!

✨ Congratulations to DNS doctoral student Elizabeth Brandley on presenting her exit seminar, “The Association Between Nu...
08/22/2026

✨ Congratulations to DNS doctoral student Elizabeth Brandley on presenting her exit seminar, “The Association Between Nutrient Intake and Mental Health Among College Students.”

Elizabeth shared her research exploring the relationship between nutrient intake and mental health among college students. We’re proud to celebrate this important milestone and her contributions to nutrition science. 👏🎓

Elizabeth is advised by Dr. Krystal Hodge. Thank you to her committee members and everyone who joined in support!

🧠 Gain a deeper understanding of the policies and regulations that influence the foods we produce, market, and consume e...
08/21/2026

🧠 Gain a deeper understanding of the policies and regulations that influence the foods we produce, market, and consume every day. Whether you're interested in nutrition health claims, regulations surrounding U.S. food imports and specialty foods, or product labeling, we have you covered! Enroll this fall to learn more!

🗺️ This fall, start your journey in our certificate program and enroll in NUTR 581: U.S. Food Regulations. You'll explor...
07/30/2026

🗺️ This fall, start your journey in our certificate program and enroll in NUTR 581: U.S. Food Regulations. You'll explore:

• The history and foundations of U.S. food regulations
• Their influence on the food industry
• How regulations shape the development of new foods and ingredients

Then, continue building your expertise with courses in Personalized Nutrition and Nutrition Policy!

🌱 Does a whole-food plant-based meal support muscle recovery better than a nutrient-matched shake after strength trainin...
07/28/2026

🌱 Does a whole-food plant-based meal support muscle recovery better than a nutrient-matched shake after strength training?

New research led by DNS faculty member Dr. Nicholas Burd at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that both options produced similar muscle-building responses—but significantly less muscle protein synthesis than a post-workout meal containing lean pork with the same amount of protein.

The findings highlight how protein source, food composition, and carbohydrate intake may influence post-exercise muscle recovery.

Read more about the study: https://news.illinois.edu/whole-food-plant-meal-fails-to-boost-post-workout-muscle-gains-study-finds/

💻 Looking for a flexible graduate course this fall?NUTR 581: U.S. Food Regulations is:- 8 weeks- 4 graduate credit hours...
07/23/2026

💻 Looking for a flexible graduate course this fall?

NUTR 581: U.S. Food Regulations is:
- 8 weeks
- 4 graduate credit hours
- Completely asynchronous, learn on your schedule!

Whether you're interested in nutrition, food science, public health, or the food industry, this course provides a strong foundation in the regulations that shape our food system.

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