Stages of life cycle and specific disease states as they modify nutrition support needs are considered. In-depth study of the theory and application of medical nutrition therapy to management of specific diseases. Investigation of research methods in clinical nutrition. Development of research topic, planning the study, and reporting results. Advanced study of a selected subject.
Students explore topic either independently or in a small group.
Intensive review of current literature in selected topic or discipline. Students enroll in this course the semester they are to complete written and oral comprehensive exams for a nonthesis program. Review, evaluation, and presentation of current research.