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Research for healthy food, people and places

The Nutrition Policy Institute (NPI) envisions a world in which healthy food, beverages and opportunities for physical activity are accessible, affordable, equitable and sustainable for everyone. NPI's mission is to conduct and translate policy-relevant research to transform environments for healthy children, families and communities.

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Introduction to Nutrition & Physical Activity Policy, Systems, and Environmental Change Resources: For State and Local Health Departments and Community Partners webinar: Sep. 17, 2026, 1 pm PT

September 2, 2026 - Join a webinar to introduce a new suite of resources developed to advance healthy eating and active living through policy, systems, and environmental—or PSE—change. 

 

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WIC and Farmers' Market Nutrition Program modernization evaluation annual webinar: Sept. 10, 2026, 9-10 am PT

August 25, 2026 - Join an upcoming webinar September 10, 2026, from 9 to 10 am PT to hear findings from the second annual WIC and Farmers' Market Nutrition Program Modernization Evaluation Report.

 

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New research shows alternative breakfast models are associated with greater school breakfast participation

August 18, 2026 -  Alternative breakfast models—such as breakfast served in the classroom and “second chance” breakfast served after the first school period—are associated with greater school breakfast participation among middle and high school students compared to more traditional before-school breakfast, according to the latest research.

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University of California Office of the President
1111 Franklin St.
Oakland, CA 94607
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Mission Statement

The Nutrition Policy Institute (NPI) conducts research for healthy food, people and places. NPI envisions a world in which healthy food, beverages and opportunities for physical activity are accessible, affordable, equitable and sustainable for everyone. NPI's mission is to conduct and translate policy-relevant research to transform environments for healthy children, families and communities.