Students and Projects Advised (Primary Advisor)
Students and Projects Advised (Primary Advisor)
2026 -
Kate M.
Attitudes about eating and body image in the menopausal transition
Abstract presentation: TBD
Honors: TBD
2026
Anthony P.
Artificial intelligence in clinical nutrition: Current uses, challenges, and opportunities
Authorship: co-authored publication in Nutrients
2025 - 2026
Jessica C. (SAGE)
Over-the counter continuous glucose monitor user experience
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2025, CSUBIOTECH NorCal Symposium 2026
Oral presentation: CSUBIOTECH Northern California Symposium 2026 - Lightning Talks
Honors: 2025 Circle of Friends Graduate Student Research Award $2500, Fall 2025 NUFSPKG Dept. Graduation - Undergraduate Student Recognition Award for Dietetics
2024 - 2026
Aidan O. (SAGE)
Continuous glucose monitoring in normoglycemic perimenopausal women
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2025, CSUBIOTECH NorCal Symposium 2026
Oral presentation: CSUBIOTECH Northern California Symposium 2026 - Lightning Talks
Honors: 2024 Circle of Friends Graduate Student Research Award $2500, 2025 Doris A. Howell Foundation CSUBIOTECH Research Scholar Award $3500, 2024-25 SJSU College of Health and Human Sciences Outstanding Senior Award, Fall 2025 NUFSPKG Dept. Graduation - Undergraduate Student Recognition Award for Dietetics
2024 - 2026
Jessica F. (SAGE)
RD knowledge and attitudes regarding dietary supplements
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2025
Honors: 2024 Circle of Friends Graduate Student Research Award $2500
2024 - 2025
Marco S.C. (SAGE)
Assessing accuracy of body composition predictive equations as compared to DXA results
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2024
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2024
2024 - 2025
Geraldine M.M.
Exploring image-based dietary assessment mobile apps: accuracy and user-experience
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2024
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2024
2023 - 2024
Mekky M. (SAGE)
Perceptions of eNCPT diagnostic terminology - patient-centered charting
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2024
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2023
2023 - 2024
Corinna C. (SAGE)
Exploring the relationship between sleep and diet
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2023
2023 - 2024
Irini K.
Exploring the relationship between physical activity and sleep using Fitbit and surveys
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2023
2021 - 2023
Katelyn H.
Comparing outpatient clinic scheduling outcomes based on medical nutrition therapy modality: in-person vs. telehealth
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2022
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2022
Authorship: first-author of article publication in Healthcare Analytics
2021 - 2023
Jennifer F.
Pilot study: relationship between site-specific bone mineral density (BMD) and whole body BMD using DXA in East Asian women
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2022
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate student Assistance Award 2021
2021 - 2022
Stacey C.
Exploring percutaneous endoscopy gastrostomy placements in critically ill COVID-19 patients
Abstract presentation: ASPEN 2021
2020 - 2021
Desiree S.
Comparisons of body perceptions and eating behaviors between female and male young adults
2020 - 2021
Grace E.
8-Week wellness program increases fitness capacity in healthy adults
2019 - 2020
Ashley C.
Habitual physical activity and sleep quality correlations with anthropometric measurements in young adults
Authorship: first-author of article publication in Journal of American College Health
2017 - 2018
Alexandra U.
Pilot study: Episodic memory and nutrient intake in healthy young adults
Abstract presentation: FNCE 2018
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2018
2016 - 2018
Travis S.
Quality Improvement study: Comparison of clinical outcomes in ICU patients on volume-based tube feeding vs. rate-based tube feeding protocols
Abstract presentations: CSUPERB 2018, ASPEN 2018, FNCE 2018
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2017
Authorship: first-author of article publication in Nutrition in Clinical Practice
2016 - 2018
Hilary C.
Pilot study: nutrients implicated in cognition are not related to episodic memory
Abstract presentations: SPARC 2017, CAND 2018, FNCE 2018
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2017
2016 - 2018
Ashton E.
Choline intake in premature infants
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2017, Spring 2018 Graduation - NUFS Outstanding MS Student Award
2016
Shiho O.
Visiting graduate student from Kyoto Sangyo University, Kyoto, Japan
Associations between sleep quality and quantity, daytime sleepiness, habitual physical activity, and body composition
Authorship: co-author of article publication in Journal of American College Health
2015 - 2016
Maggie L.
Anthropometric characteristics among various ethnicities
Abstract presentations: CAND 2017
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2016
2015 - 2016
Angela D.
The effects of budget-friendly cooking classes on students' knowledge, attitudes, self-efficacy, and behavior regarding healthy eating
Abstract presentations: FNCE 2016, CAND 2017
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2015, PCCHA Golden Gull Award 2016
Authorship: co-author of article publication in Journal of Cultural Diversity
2015 - 2016
Natsuko T.
The effects of multicultural cooking classes on cultural competency of university students
Abstract presentations: FNCE 2016, CAND 2017
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2015, PCCHA Golden Gull Award 2016
Authorship: first-author of article publication in Journal of Cultural Diversity
2014 - 2016
Brittney P.
Simulation within dietetics education: how educators' familiarity and needs have changed with increased simulation-related efforts
Abstract presentations: FNCE 2016
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2016, NUFS Outstanding Graduate Student 2017
Authorship: first-author of article publication in NDEP-Line
2014 - 2015
Stephani J.
A case for increased nutrigenomics education in ACEND-accredited programs
Abstract presentations: FNCE 2016
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2015
2014 - 2015
Melinda Y.
The relationship between weight stigma and eating behavior in diverse, urban university students
Abstract presentations: CAND 2015, FNCE 2015
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2015
2014 - 2015
Erin H.
Dietary profile of pregnant women at risk for gestational diabetes: is saturated fatty acid intake a predictive marker for development of gestational diabetes mellitus?
Abstract presentations: CAND 2015
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2015
2013 - 2014
Micha J.
Impact of nutrition education via food-tasting event on nutrition knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes among multicultural, low-income older adults living in a residential housing community
Abstract presentations: CAND 2014, CHAMP Conference 2014, FNCE 2014
Honors: NUFS Outstanding Graduate Student 2014
2013 - 2014
Francoise D.
Comparison of clinical nutrition teaching strategies on knowledge retention and student perceptions of learning experience
Abstract presentations: SJPD 2014
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2014
2012 - 2014
Amy R.
Comparison of anthropometric methods to estimate percent body fat in high-risk pregnant women
Abstract presentations: CAND 2013, CSUPERB 2013
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2013, NUFS Outstanding Graduate Student 2015
Authorship: first-author of article publication in Californian Journal of Health Promotion
2012 - 2014
Rashmi L.
Assessment of mindfulness-based eating practices among South Asians living in the U.S.
Abstract presentations: SJPD 2014
2012 - 2013
Fatemeh T.
Comparison of the total polyphenolic and anthocyanin content of Red versus English walnuts
Abstract presentations: FNCE 2013, SJPD 2012
Honors: NUFS Nancy Lu Scholarship 2012, Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2012
2012 - 2013
Erica D.
Learner perceptions of interdisciplinary simulation training: the future of dietetics education
Abstract presentations: CAND 2013, FNCE 2013
Oral presentation: SJPD Fall Meeting 2013
Honors: Circle of Friends Graduate Student Assistance Award 2012, Circle of Friends Elveda Smith Scholarship 2013, NUFS Outstanding Graduate Student 2013