News & Events
Introducing: the Nevin Scrimshaw International Nutrition Foundation
In honor of Dr. Nevin Scrimshaw and his tireless contributions to international nutrition research, programming, and capacity building, the INF has been renamed as the Nevin Scrimshaw International Nutrition Foundation as of October 2009. The Foundation continues to strive towards Dr. Scrimshaw’s vision as it welcomes new leadership.
News & Events
Our New President:
Professor Ricardo Uauy
Ricardo Uauy, MD, PhD, has been a leader throughout his career in international nutrition and, among other roles, has served as Director of the Institute of Nutrition and Food Technology (INTA) in Chile, Advisor to several United Nations agencies and as President of the International Union of
Nutritional Sciences (IUNS). Dr. Uauy has been deeply committed to the INF since its inception in 1982, serving as an INF Board Member,
Co-Chair of INF Fellowship Program, and Vice President for Capacity Building.
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Our Mission
The INF brings key nutrition issues to the attention of those with national and international responsibilities for policies and resource allocation and promotes capacity building related to research, policy development and program implementation. It facilitates activities that bridge and shorten the nutrition research -- policy -- program cycle.
News & Events
Food and Nutrition Bulletin publishes "Scaling Up Nutrition: A Framework for Action"
The FNB published a policy brief in the March 2010 issue that addresses the neglect of nutrition in development efforts. To read more information on the brief and see a list of the organizations that have endorsed it, click here.
News & Events
Earthquake in Haiti: Help Support Relief Efforts!
In the aftermath of the January 12th earthquake in Haiti, we imagine that you, like us at INF, are seeking a way to put your personal donations best to use to relieve the suffering of the Haitian people. If you have yet to find a mechanism that you feel absolutely sure about, we have posted on our News page a number of links to organizations that we feel will maximize the aid to those most in need.
Featured Fellow
Dr. Camila Corvalán
Dr. Camila Corvalán completed her PhD in 2008 through an INF/EMF Fellowship. She currently teaches an Epidemiology course at the Institute of Nutrition and Food technology (INTA) at the University of Chile, and is involved in a cohort study on child obesity in Chile. Click here to learn more about Dr. Corvalán.
