Food Policy Results

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On the Heights: August 2026

Stay informed with the latest from the University of Michigan School of Public Health community in our monthly digest. Faculty expertise in action, new research, policy advocacy, and community engagement highlight our continued commitment to advancing public health and creating positive change.

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On the Heights: April 2026

April highlights include a special report on brain health, research on the impact of Michigan’s nutrition assistance programs, and awards for faculty and staff across departments.

A leafy green salad topped with sliced, boiled eggs.

Epigenetics: Making sense of nutritional triggers

Dana Dolinoy discusses her work on the Michigan Minds podcast

Epigenetics, the study of how environmental and behavioral factors modify gene expression, helps explain how what we eat influences our health.

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On the Heights: October 2025

Faculty research shapes policy debates on mass deportation, SNAP benefits, and health communication while centers expand lifecourse research focus and new technology advances lab safety training.