What is this resource?
The Participant and Clinical Interactions Core of the CTSI-CN offers a variety Research Bionutrition Services to researchers at Children's National Health System.
Services include:
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Consultation -
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Consult with a PhD-level Registered Dietitian regarding nutrition-related research questions and best practices for food and nutrition research
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Nutrition Assessments -
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Physical measures of growth and nutrition status (anthropometrics), including Body Mass Index, waist circumference, percent body fat, and more
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In-person or phone-based data collection for diet analysis, including food diaries, dietary recalls, and food frequency questionnaires
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Computerized analysis of diet data
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Advanced statistical analysis of dietary data
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Feeding and Eating Behavior Studies -
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Assessment of eating behavior using validated methods
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Assistance developing and implementing nutrient-controlled protocols
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Preparation and delivery of study-specific research diets
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Nutrition Interventions -
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Nutrition education for diet and lifestyle interventions
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Research-related medical nutrition therapy and nutrition counseling and education
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Who can use this resource?
All Children’s National Health System research researchers can utilize the CTSI-CN's Research Bionutrition Services.
How much does access to this resource cost?
Research Bionutrition Services are offered at reasonable cost. To see the price associated with these services or other CTSI-CN resources, please visit the SPARC Request portal.
How do I access this resource?
To request Research Bionutrition Services from the CTSI-CN, please arrange for a consultation meeting via the SPARC Request portal.
Note: We encourage investigators to contact us early in the study design and planning process.
Who should I contact for more information?
For questions regarding the CTSI-CN's Research Bionutrition Services, please request a consultation via our SPARC Request portal.