We are NYU faculty who conduct research to help create food environments that are equitable and sustainable – and ultimately reduce inequalities in nutrition and health. Our Impact

Our Areas of Research

Body Inclusivity

Body Inclusivity

We emphasize body inclusivity to reduce weight-based discrimination at a population level.

Built Environment

Built Environment

Our researchers examine how living near fast food outlets, supermarkets, and green spaces affects health.

Community & School Health

Community & School Health

Identifying and addressing factors that shape health in school and community settings.

Food Policy

Food Policy

Our researchers examine food policies that affect food choices, consumer behavior, and corporate practices.

Food Security

Food Security

Using behavioral economics and experimental methods to address food security.

Global Health

Global Health

Documenting marketing practices and food security needs in lower- and middle-income countries.

Immersive Technology

Immersive Technology

Our immersive technology lab is examining the next frontier of unhealthy food marketing: virtual reality.

Marketing & Digital Media

Marketing & Digital Media

Examining marketing techniques, especially digital food advertising that targets youth of color.

Sustainability

Sustainability

We address environmental damage from the food system.

Food Environment and Policy Research Coalition Team

Meet the Team

Our faculty and staff conduct research on Body Inclusivity, Built Environment, Food Policy, Food Security, Global Health, Immersive Technology, Marketing & Digital Media, Sustainability, and School Health.

All Team

Resources for NYC Food Entrepreneurs

Resources for NYC Food Entrepreneurs

A free “one-stop shop” online portal for entrepreneurs of color preparing to start a food-based business.

Open Access NYC