AI + Nutrition
Modernization of the global food supply chain is happening through the application of AI, robotics, biotech, and data analysis. In order to meet the demands of a rapidly changing planet, we believe a focus on this technology application space as a key economic cluster is an imperative.
Overview
Co-Chair: Open
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Elena Naumova, Friedman School of Nutrition, Tufts
As AI becomes more pervasive in our everyday lives, there arises the need to examine the role of artificial intelligence in creating/normalizing a nutrition-centered food system. This group explores questions around how AI can be leveraged to further this goal, as well as the risks and opportunities that AI presents. Sub-topics include establishing a standard of care with AI data and beginning to examine how this could be defined and eventually operationalized. The group works with Tufts students in developing AI strategies for a healthy food system.
Members
David Blais
David Blais
Elena Naumova
Elena Naumova
Nicole Ninteau
Nicole Ninteau
Swati Kalgaonkar
Swati Kalgaonkar
Zully Corona
Zully Corona
About Jackie's Challenge
Jackie Haven, MS, RD, is a 2025 FNII Innovator in Residence
Jackie Haven recently completed an exemplary 34-year career at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where she served as the Deputy Administrator for the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. In this role, she led USDA efforts on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, MyPlate communications, the National Strategic Partnership program, the U.S. Food Plans, and the Healthy Eating Index.
Now Jackie wants to challenge YOU to design the next "MyPlate" using your creativity, insights, and curiosity.
If you are a Tufts Friedman School student (or a Tufts student passionate about nutrition), join the challenge!
How to get involved:
1. email fnii@tufts.edu and let us know you want to enter
2. Join the Zoom information session with Jackie on February 14th at noon (email for the link)
3. Join a design workshop on March 3rd, 3:00 at 150 Harrison to workshop your idea and learn some design thinking
4. Deadline to submit is April 1st. All the information is HERE!