Leads research, coordination, training, outreach on foundational and cross-cutting topics in nutrition and health
Additive focus areas and funding to existing NIH and other federal nutrition research efforts
Harmonizes and leverages other nutrition and related research at NIH and other agencies and departments
Strong partner to inform, collaborate on, and help address joint research needs of other departments and agencies, e.g., USDA, FDA, CDC, DoD, VA, USAID, and CMS
Promotes and supports training of a diverse 21st century nutrition research workforce
Guides and supports training of health care professionals for clinical care and basic and translational science in nutrition
Translates and disseminates sound nutrition science findings to the public
Fosters innovative external collaborations and partnerships