Research
Advancing knowledge and solutions in Family and Consumer Studies.
Current Projects
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Energy Balance Research Group
September 03, 2024
The Energy Balance Research Group at the University of Utah examines how the local environment and family history influence health outcomes like obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The group has been collaborating for over 15 years on these issues.
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Nexus
September 03, 2024
The Interdisciplinary Exchange for Utah Science (NEXUS) promotes interdisciplinary research at the University of Utah and has achieved continuing authorization status, highlighting its sustained excellence and impact. For more information, contact the NEXUS Center at the University of Utah.
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Caregiver Emotional Expressivity to Young Children
September 02, 2024
This study examines caregivers’ emotional expressiveness to toddlers using ecological momentary assessments and observational data. It explores how financial stress impacts caregivers’ emotional regulation and expressivity, contributing to children’s emotional competence development.
Past Projects
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Moving Across Places Study (MAPS)
August 01, 2024
The Moving Across Places Study (MAPS) at the University of Utah examines how neighborhood changes around North Temple affect travel patterns and residents’ perceptions. Sponsored by the National Cancer Institute, the study aims to understand how community designs can encourage cancer-preventive behaviors.