Dr. Skulas-Ray is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on identifying and refining nutritional strategies for reducing chronic inflammation and cardiovascular disease risk. She specializes in clinical studies that investigate effects of omega-3 fatty acids and
Dr. Skulas-Ray is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on identifying and refining nutritional strategies for reducing chronic inflammation and cardiovascular disease risk. She specializes in clinical studies that investigate effects of omega-3 fatty acids and plant bioactives on lipids/lipoproteins, inflammation, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, brachial and central blood pressure, indices of arterial stiffness, and other cardiovascular disease risk factors. She has been an investigator on 15 clinical studies and has 37 publications in the areas of inflammation, nutrition, and cardiovascular research, including 4 book chapters and 2 encyclopedia entries.
Dr. Chesney Richter is a Research Scientist in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. She began working with Dr. Skulas-Ray while she was a graduate student at Penn State University. She and Dr. Skulas-Ray share an interest in clinical studies that investigate the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids and pla
Dr. Chesney Richter is a Research Scientist in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Arizona. She began working with Dr. Skulas-Ray while she was a graduate student at Penn State University. She and Dr. Skulas-Ray share an interest in clinical studies that investigate the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids and plant bioactives. Outside of the lab, Chesney loves running, hiking, reading, and politics.
Dina is the clinical research coordinator within the FBH lab. She graduated with a degree in Public Health and Biochemistry, and currently pursuing a Master’s in Healthcare Management. Her passions lie in automating processes and increasing efficiency. Her professional experience is focused on Clinical Research, rural medicine, and increasing accessibility in healthcare.
Danielle is the Consulting Research Coordinator in the FBH Lab. She is a graduate of the Molecular and Cellular Biology and Nutritional Science Departments at the University of Arizona. She currently serves as the Co-Advisor for Mortar Board Senior Honorary. While at the UofA, she was the Community Outreach Coordinator for Women in Medic
Danielle is the Consulting Research Coordinator in the FBH Lab. She is a graduate of the Molecular and Cellular Biology and Nutritional Science Departments at the University of Arizona. She currently serves as the Co-Advisor for Mortar Board Senior Honorary. While at the UofA, she was the Community Outreach Coordinator for Women in Medicine and Science. Danielle was an undergraduate student in the FBH lab where she worked closely with Ann on multiple studies. Additionally, she was a Patient Experience Intern at Banner Health. She has a passion for medicine and helping others and is planning on pursuing medical school. Danielle loves staying active by competing in triathlon, hiking, and skiing. She is also a wedding cake baker, artist, and a photographer.
Victoria is a senior at the University of Arizona majoring in Nutritional Sciences with a minor in Sports Nutrition. She hopes to become a Registered Dietitian in the future. She is an intern for the UA Sports Nutrition Internship Program, providing nutritional support for UA Athletics. She is also in the Multicultural Scholars Program in
Victoria is a senior at the University of Arizona majoring in Nutritional Sciences with a minor in Sports Nutrition. She hopes to become a Registered Dietitian in the future. She is an intern for the UA Sports Nutrition Internship Program, providing nutritional support for UA Athletics. She is also in the Multicultural Scholars Program in Culinary Medicine and the ASEMS Scholars Program, where she is developing the necessary skills for a successful career in dietetics and STEM as a Hispanic woman. Victoria’s goal is to work with athletes to improve their performance and help underrepresented communities develop a healthy relationship with food to improve their conditions and target food insecurity.
With a foundation in nutritional sciences, Milad is on a mission to bridge the gap between intricate research and its practical application in daily life. Holding both a BSc and an MSc in the field, he is currently delving deeper into the world of nutrition through his PhD studies. His curiosity is piqued by the dynamic interplay between
With a foundation in nutritional sciences, Milad is on a mission to bridge the gap between intricate research and its practical application in daily life. Holding both a BSc and an MSc in the field, he is currently delving deeper into the world of nutrition through his PhD studies. His curiosity is piqued by the dynamic interplay between nutrition and human physiology, with a keen interest in metabolic syndrome.
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