Training the next generation of nutrition researchers
As a leading research institution, UW-Madison encourages creative and analytical inquiry. UW–Madison provides students opportunities to work alongside world-renowned scholars in pursuit of groundbreaking research with the potential to change lives.
What to Expect From a Nutrition and Metabolism PhD
The Nutrition and Metabolism Graduate Program is a top-ranked program in biochemical and molecular, animal, and human nutrition research.
Students receive an interdisciplinary background in nutrition and its correlation to health and disease. In addition, the program has a large emphasis on research training. Students who enter the program will be working within a lab under the guidance of a faculty trainer.
Quick Nutrition and Metabolism Facts
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Facutly Trainers
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Departments with Nutrition and Metabolism Trainers
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CUrrent Nutrition and Metabolism Students
Why UW?
UW-Madison consistently ranks in the top five public universities in funds received for research and development.
UW-Madison has one of the largest biological science research communities in the world, with over 700 faculty, 1,500 academic staff, 700 postdoctoral fellows, and 2,500 graduate students.
The UW-Madison’s historic campus offers plentiful activities year-round.
Why Nutrition and Metabolism?
Lab rotations to find the right fit
“I’d say after the first week I had a pretty good perception of how I fit into the lab, with the next three weeks to see if I enjoyed the research and the style of mentorship.”
-Nutrition and Metabolism grad Nicolas Pintozzi of the Blum Research Group
Flexible curriculum to fit your future
“As a registered dietitian, the Life Science Communication minor…will prepare me to use my nutrition and science background to effectively communicate to all types of audiences with the aim to combat misinformation and make evidence-based nutrition more accessible!”
-Nutrition and Metabolism grad Shawn Portwood of the Pierre Research Group
Training opportunities
“Being a MANTP trainee has enriched my PhD experience by providing numerous professional development opportunities as well as opportunities to connect with PhD students, postdocs, and faculty from various departments.”
-Nutrition and Metabolism grad Beth Poad of the Parks Research Group