Kathleen Rasmussen
Dr. Kathleen M. Rasmussen is the Nancy Schlegel Meinig Professor of Maternal and Child Nutrition in the Division of Nutritional Sciences and International Professor of Nutritional Science at Cornell University. She received her AB degree from Brown University in molecular biology and both her ScM and ScD degrees from Harvard University in nutrition. Professor Rasmussen is internationally known for her research on maternal and child nutrition. Her research has included studies in experimental species, observational
- Mar 14, 2022
- by E.C. Barrett
- Sustainability + Society, Technology + Human Thriving, Alumni
Alumna develops 3D body-mapping tech to help consumers, the environment
Online shopping for clothing offers consumers convenience but comes with some notable downsides for them and the environment. Size and fit issues often prompt consumers to return the items, which leads to increased carbon costs.
New body-mapping technology developed in the College of Human Ecology’s Department of Human Centered Design (HCD) aims to solve those problems, by improving garment design and fit, while helping customers choose the right size for their unique shape.
“Women typically
Andre Bensadoun
Dr Bensadoun's professional expertise is in lipid transport and more specifically in the biochemistry, structure and function of lipolytic enzymes(lipoprotein lipase and hepatic lipase) and lipase-binding proteins such as heparan sulfate proteoglycans(syndecans and glypicans) and GPIHBP1 (glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchored HDL binding protein).
Angela Poole
Dr. Angela Poole is an assistant professor of Molecular Nutrition in the Division of Nutritional Sciences. The overarching goal of her research group is to modulate the interactions between host factors, dietary intake, and oral and gut microbes, to prevent and manage diseases. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in engineering and applied science from Caltech. Afterwards, she was a research associate in a nutrition lab that studied the genetics underlying macronutrient preference using a
Rhonda Gilmore
As a design educator, I believe in balancing critical inquiry with skill development: teaching students how to use their intellect and utilize their skills to problem-solve for a design-hungry world is both challenging and immensely rewarding. This combination of left brain / right brain functions known as the design process improves the human condition and I view my role as a guide for students as they endeavor to learn from those problems that require and
- May 14, 2025
- Community Engagement, Alumni
Veteran 4-H leader Alexa Maille to guide NYS 4-H into the future
After a national search, Alexa Maille ’04 was appointed director of the New York State 4-H Youth Development Program. Maille has held key leadership roles with NYS 4-H, serving as STEM Specialist since 2014 and interim director since January 2024. NYS 4-H is the youth development program for Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) and is in the Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research (BCTR).
“I’m excited for Alexa to launch this next chapter for NYS 4-H,” said
Jamie Dollahite
My expertise is in the area of nutrition education for limited-resource audiences that is designed to prevent obesity and chronic disease. Prior to my retirement, I lead the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program for New York State and provide program leadership in collaboration with the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program--Education. I was active in national leadership for both programs. My research was closely integrated with the outreach