Professor of human nutrition at UEA, United Kingdom
Dr. Susan Fairweather-Tait is a distinguished Professor of Human Nutrition with a focus on mineral metabolism. She obtained her BSc and MSc with distinction from King’s College, London, followed by a PhD in Food Sciences. Over her illustrious career, she has held various leadership roles and received numerous accolades, including the British Nutrition Foundation Nutrition Prize and Fellowships from esteemed organizations. Dr. Fairweather-Tait’s research spans mineral bioavailability, food biofortification, and dietary reference values. She is renowned for her contributions to understanding the role of micronutrients in human health.
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Experience 💼
Throughout her career, Dr. Fairweather-Tait has held key positions in academia and research institutes, including roles at the Institute of Food Research and the University of East Anglia. Her expertise in mineral metabolism and human nutrition has been instrumental in advancing scientific understanding in these fields.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Fairweather-Tait’s research interests encompass a broad spectrum of topics within human nutrition, with a particular emphasis on mineral bioavailability, food fortification, and the impact of diet on aging and chronic diseases.
Awards 🏆
Dr. Fairweather-Tait has been recognized with prestigious awards such as the British Nutrition Foundation Nutrition Prize and honors including Fellowships from esteemed organizations, highlighting her significant contributions to the field of nutrition.
Publications Top Notes 📚
“Protein intake and bone mineral density: Cross-sectional relationship and longitudinal effects in older adults,” Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle, 2023.
“The role of meat in iron nutrition of vulnerable groups of the UK population,” Frontiers in Animal Science, 2023.
“Selenium and immune function: a systematic review and meta-analysis of experimental human studies,” American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2023.
“Critical Role of Maternal Selenium Nutrition in Neurodevelopment: Effects on Offspring Behavior and Neuroinflammatory Profile,” Nutrients, 2022.
“Zinc and selenium supplementation in COVID-19 prevention and treatment: a systematic review of the experimental studies,” Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology, 2022.