Assistant Professor Alison Jane Martingano Wins 2024 Best Article Award from Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior

Assistant Professor Alison Jane Martingano has been honored with the 2024 Best Article Award by the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior (JNEB), the official peer-reviewed journal of the Society for Nutrition Education and Behavior.

Her award-winning research explores how education on the genetic influences of eating behaviors can positively shift attitudes toward individuals with higher body weight. The article was recognized for its significant contribution to the field, demonstrating the power of educational interventions in fostering more empathetic and informed attitudes.

Sponsored by Elsevier, the publisher of JNEB, the annual Best Article Award includes a $750 prize for the lead author, Dr. Alison Jane Martingano.