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Dr. Murray-Kolb integrates training in nutrition, child development, and cognitive psychology to study the neurophysiological and neuropsychological consequences of micronutrient deficiencies. Her work primarily focuses on iron deficiency in young mothers and children, conducting studies in low- and middle-income countries. She has been recognized by the American Society for Nutrition for her substantial body of independent research relevant to improving child health and her innovative work in advancing the field of global nutrition. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses in global nutrition, nutritional epidemiology, micronutrient metabolism, and nutritional pathophysiology. Dr. Murray-Kolb is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Nutrition and sits on multiple taskforces and working groups aimed at understanding the effects of micronutrient deficiencies on brain development.
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