Duke University
Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development

Associate Director, Sarah W. Stedman Center for Nutritional Studies
Laboratories include Trace Element and Micronutrient Metabolism and Institute for Food Science and Bio-Nutrition. Current research focuses on two main areas: (1) relationships of micronutrient status to health and disease in elderly individuals, with special emphasis on nutritional assessment and metabolism of minerals including zinc, calcium, iron, and copper, and (2) development and evaluation of food products and behaviors that enhance nutritional health.