Nutrition & Food Sciences

Claire Collins, 2021

Evaluating Parent Perceptions of Eating Behaviors, Weight, and Needed Support Among Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Weight Concerns

This project develops an intervention for parents of kids who are overweight and obese and have autism. Using qualitative data, interventions for this population and designs for some of its components are made and discussed in a 10-page paper examining the research.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Kathleen Davis

Lexi D’Abrosca, 2021

Relationship Between Weather and Heart Rate in Collegiate Female Soccer Athletes

In a 10-page paper, this project includes and summarizes data from 10 TWU soccer players who participated in a number of tests where their heart rates are recorded. These tests include a field velocity test and a submaximal treadmill test. A Pearson product moment correlation is used to determine the correlation between VO2 max, running velocity, and a peak heart rate during the field test.

Course: NFS 3603

Supervising Professor: Kyle Biggerstaff

bRANDON kELLEY, 2021

Survey of the Nutrition and Dietitian Referral Practices of Pediatricians in the Dallas-Fort-Worth Area

This project performs a more in-depth survey and review of the role pediatric physicians play in referring patients to registered dietitians as a result of the unsuccessful Texas Medicaid Childhood Obesity Prevention pilot project. The final project includes a written report, consisting of the Survey Research project and background literature review research, 10-15 pages in length.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Kathleen Davis

Lily Sebastian, 2021

Diagnosis of, symptoms of, and current treatments (dietary and pharmaceutical) for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

This project is a literature review on the diagnosis of, symptoms of, and current treatments (dietary and pharmaceutical) for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). FIndings are articulated in a 10-15 page paper.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Monique LeMieux

shantia henderson, 2020

Vitamin A metabolism to retinoids: LRAT and CRBP1 in the progression to cutaneous squamous skin cell carcinoma, melanoma and parallel illnesses

This project identifies changes in message level of retinoid metabolism proteins during the progression of skin cancer. The final product of the research includes a research paper.

Course: NFS 4983

Supervising Professor: Helen Everts

Carla Trochez, 2020

A Community Needs Assessment of nutrition and behavioral characteristics that may impede physical fitness in the United States Army Reserve Unit

This project identifies the challenges soldiers in the 441 Medical company face that prevent them from meeting physical fitness and weight standards and proposes a plan of action for the Army. The final product consists of the plan of action presented to the superiors at the 441 Medical Company.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Derek Miketinas

Pressley Bailey, 2019

Chondroprotective Effect of Black Raspberry Polyphenols on Human Cartilage Cells

I will extract and quantify the polyphenols from black raspberry, run a proliferation analysis to determine a dose response, and investigate the effects of black raspberry polyphenols on human cartilage cells when an inflammatory agent is present.

Course: NFS 4313

Supervising Professor: Shanil Juma

Shantia Henderson, 2019

Vitamin A metabolism to retinoids: LRAT and CRBP1 in the progression to cutaneos squamous skin cell carcinoma, melanoma, and parallel illnesses

I will identify changes in message level of retinoid metabolism proteins during the progression of skin cancer.

Course: NFS 4983

Supervising Professor: Helen Everts

Kerry lee, 2019

Text Messaging to Prevent Early Pediatric Obesity

I will determine whether texting new parents is more effective in promoting healthy feeding practices and preventing childhood obesity than usual pediatric primary care.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Kathleen Davis

Meredith Mannix, 2019

Text Messaging to Prevent Early Pediatric Obesity

I will determine whether texting new parents is more effective in promoting healthy feeding practices and preventing childhood obesity than usual pediatric primary care.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Kathleen Davis

Olivia Welkener, 2019

Is Weight Just a Number? Understanding Female College Students' Perceptions of Weight as a Health Indicator

I will investigate undergraduate females' perceptions of weight as a health indicator.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Kathleen Davis

Mackenna Heath, 2018

Obesity Epidemic: What Do We Do Now?

I will explore whether the next stage in combating the obesity epidemic in America is implementing a junk food tax.

Course: NFS 4943

Supervising Professor: Keri Stoner-Davis

Gabriela Puche Faria, 2018

Food Label Reading Proficiency Among College Students

I will investigate if the new FDA food label design improves food label reading proficiency and if it has any significant impact on knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors concerning food.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Keri Stoner-Davis

Joanna Sissons, 2018

Possible Metabolites in Human Blood Associated with the Volatile and Simple Phenolic Compounds in Watermelon Rind

I will investigate the metabolites in human blood to determine how well the human body utilizes the nutritive compounds in watermelon rind.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Shanil Juma

Cierra Williams, 2018

The Inflammatory Effects of Whey Protein Hydrolysates on 3T3-L1

I will assess the inflammatory effects of thirteen different versions of whey protein on 3T3-L1 mouse adipocytes.

Course: NFS 3083

Supervising Professor: Monique LeMieux

Valencia Butler, 2017

Effects of Nutrition on Thyroid Function

I will research the effects of diet on thyroid function.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Vicky Imrhan

Ryan Dillman, 2017

What is a Whole Grain? TWU Students' Knowledge and Dietary Practices Concerning Whole Grain Foods

I will research current evidence-based literature and dietary recommendations of whole grains, use focus groups to determine general knowledge and consumption habits concerning whole grains, and develop an effective promotional tool to market increased consumption of whole grains.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Cynthia Warren

maritsa Guerrero, 2017

A Rationale for a Successful Nutrition Education Curriculum: A Program to Enhance the Health of Youth Asian Americans in a Food Desert Zone

I will design a curriculum to provide nutrition education to middle-school students that uses interactive discussions and hands-on activities to modify students' behavior, help them learn the importance of food insecurity, and make them aware of available resources.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Keri Stoner-Davis

katie Simpson, 2017

Student Athlete Perception on Nutrition Versus Recommended Daily Allowances

I will study what student athletes believe they should be eating to fulfill their nutrient requirements and compare that to the recommended daily allowances.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Angie Griffin

Emilyann Kinlaw, 2016

Growing Gardens: Developmental Methods, Resources, and Considerations

I will research the factors and considerations involved in starting and maintaining food gardens by comparing different organizations' strategies for garden development such as soil composition, supporting pollinators, composting, and food safety.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Angie Griffin

Heather Craig, 2015

All Tacos Are Not Created Equal: An Insight into Large- Versus Small-Chain Food Service

I will outline some of the differences in operation between small- versus large-scale food-service operations.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Keri Stoner-Davis

Anna Fortenberry, 2013

Gluten-Free Foods: More than Just a Fad

I will research how gluten relates to celiac disease and nonceliac gluten sensitivity, how restaurants can avoid cross contamination, how they should treat gluten-free orders, and how gluten affects different people.

Course: NFS 4913

Supervising Professor: Carolyn Bednar

Allison Jones, 2010

The Effect of a Diet Rich in Cottonseed Oil on Blood Glucose Levels

I will examine the effect of week-long consumption of a diet rich in cotton seed oil on blood-glucose levels of healthy individuals.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Vicky Imrhan

Khadejah Makkieh, 2009

Postprandial Effects of Cottonseed Oil on Endothelial Function

I will examine the roles of different dietary fats on triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

Course: NFS 4103

Supervising Professor: Vicky Imrhan

Ariana Frey Gray, 2007

Do Denton and Richardson ISD Elementary Children Who Bring Their Lunch from Home Meet the RDA Guidelines?

Using several schools in the DFW metroplex, I will compare the nutritional components of the lunch provided at school with those of the lunch provided by the parents to see if the meal brought from home meets U.S. dietary guidelines for elementary-aged children.

Course: NFS 4983

Supervising Professor: Cynthia Bednar

Fatima Azim, 2005

A Comparison of the Dietary Intake of Healthy Individuals with the RDA and the Role of Vitamin E in the Prevention of Heart Disease

I will analyze the average healthy individual's diet and compare with the RDA and explore the role of vitamin E in preventing heart disease.

Course: NFS 4983

Supervising Professor: Vicky Imrhan

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