Entries by Sean Moody

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Addressing the Pandemic’s Impact on K-12 Education

Curious about how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to shape K–12 education? This timely panel discussion from education experts explores the pandemic’s lasting impact and approaches to address it. Topics include elementary school absenteeism, high school course-taking patterns, college enrollment, and teacher preparation.  Learn how school districts have responded and what these shifts mean for the […]

April 30: Unlocking Opportunities: Grant Proposal Development in Today’s Federal Funding Climate

In this presentation, we will explore how to navigate the evolving federal funding landscape and uncover new opportunities. We’ll cover essential topics such as identifying the right funding sources, framing your research to align with current priorities, and understanding changes to application components and review processes. We will answer key questions like: What funding opportunities […]

Scientists from UC Davis and BioInnovation Institute Developing Nutrient-Rich Interventions That May Prevent Stunting Among Children in Africa

Prevalence of stunting is a widespread problem across Africa among children under five years of age resulting in lifelong, and often irrevocable, cognitive and developmental impairments. This happens when women of childbearing age and families consume inadequate amounts of nutrient-rich foods or lack access to quality protein diets. The UC Davis Innovation Institute for Food […]

Environmental Justice Leaders’ Projects Shine a Light on Building Sustainable Practices for Underserved Communities

By Neelanjana Gautam At the closing ceremony of the 2024 Environmental Justice Leaders cohort held on January 23, 2025, the leaders working on the front lines of environmental justice discussed their project outcomes which lie at the intersection of climate, health, transportation, energy and race. The 2024 cohort comprised six leaders across California who engaged […]

Ask the Experts: What are ultra-processed foods and how do they impact our health?

Three UC Davis experts answer your questions to provide insight based on research Diet. Just the word alone can trigger an uneasy feeling and heated discussions with seemingly endless flavors of recommendations. Over the years, Americans have shifted in our general approach to food based on evolving guidance. In the span of a few decades […]

2025 Research Expo Keynote Speaker Announced

Keynote Speaker Donna K. Ginther, Ph.D. Roy A. Roberts & Regents Distinguished Professor of Economics Director of the Institute for Policy & Social Research University of Kansas The Rise of Team Work and Career Prospects in Academic Science How do your collaborations during your early career affect your career outcomes?  In this talk, Professor Ginther […]