Public Impact
Produce Prescription Programs Study Shows Promising Benefits
August 29, 2023
In the largest known such study to date, an analysis of participant records by Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy researchers found programs that provide free fruits and vegetables have measurable benefits for health and food security.
Around the country, non-profits and local governments are testing the idea of food as medicine through “produce prescription programs”—with promising results, according to researchers from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. 
New Directions at the Friedman School
June 1, 2023
We are excited to announce the appointment of Christina Economos as the new Dean of the Friedman School, effective July 1, 2023. Dariush Mozaffarian will be taking on a new leadership role to build a cross-school Food is Medicine initiative at Tufts. 
What Makes 'Junk Food' Junk? Friedman Experts Weigh In.
April 29, 2023
Study examines how three decades of U.S. policies define junk food for taxation and other regulations. 
Dariush Mozaffarian Joins President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition
July 18, 2023
Dariush Mozaffarian, Distinguished Professor, Dean Emeritus, Jean Mayer Professor of Nutrition at Tufts University, and professor of medicine at Tufts University School of Medicine, will be joining the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, & Nutrition. 
Running with Purpose: Friedman Student Laces Up for Boston Marathon
March 13, 2023
For many runners, the Boston Marathon represents a personal achievement and a chance to push their limits. But for Friedman graduate student Samantha Jezak, the marathon has taken on a deeper meaning. 
Five Tufts Faculty Named to List of Top Researchers in the World
November 15, 2022
The scientific research by Tufts faculty is among top cited globally, according to a new Clarivate ranking
The Friedman School Represents at 2022 APHA Annual Meeting
November 7, 2022
APHA's Annual Meeting and Expo is where public health professionals convene, present research findings, learn about emerging research and network with peers. This year's meeting theme is "150 Years of Creating the Healthiest Nation: Leading the Path Toward Equity." It is being held in Boston, MA from November 6th-9th.
Informing the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health
October 28, 2022
Washington, D.C. 
Friedman School Interim Dean Named
June 29, 2022
Christina Economos, national leader in research into children’s nutrition, health, and obesity prevention, to take the helm on July 1.
ASN 2022 - Nutrition Live Online
June 12, 2022
This year's ASN meeting is once again all-virtual. The Friedman School and the Jean Mayer Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (JMHNRCA) are representing Tufts University with panels, posters, and plenty of awards for their outstanding work.
We've pulled out some highlights for the week, but remember to check out the full schedule for all sessions and events.