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Roger Figueroa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University. He also serves as the Director and Founder of the Figueroa Interdisciplinary Group (FIG) Lab, focusing on the design of testable conceptual frameworks and research studies that examine the influence of policy, systems, and environmental factors on diet-related health outcomes. His work is characterized by a transdisciplinary approach with expertise in public health and nutrition, emphasizing implementation science and participatory research. His current research explores the impact of social services policies, such as childcare and food assistance, on sustainable food systems and the prevention of diet-related chronic diseases in low-income and minoritized communities. Dr. Figueroa's methodological expertise includes advanced quantitative techniques, qualitative methods, and mixed-method research, developed through extensive training and research funding support from various organizations, including USDA and NIH. He is actively involved in several published studies addressing critical public health issues related to nutrition and community health.
Cornell University • Ithaca, NY
Teach and conduct research in the area of social behavioral sciences, particularly focusing on nutritional sciences.
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