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Dariush Mozaffarian      

Cardiologist; Dean and Jean Mayer Professor & Director at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science & Policy, Tufts Medical School

Dariush Mozaffarian, a well-known cardiologist, holds the Jean Mayer Professorship at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and serves as a Professor of Medicine at Tufts School of Medicine. His academic endeavors extend further as the Director of the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University, a position that echoes his commitment to a health-focused food system. Mozaffarian's work is dedicated to establishing a food system that is not only nutritious but also equitable and sustainable.

Mozaffarian is a prolific author, having contributed to more than 500 scientific publications. His research and writings primarily concentrate on dietary priorities related to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. This significant body of work has positioned him as a leading authority on these topics. His expertise and insights are frequently sought after, an indication of his influence in the medical and scientific communities.

His consistent contributions to scientific research have not gone unnoticed. He has been recognized by Thomson Reuters as one of the World's Most Influential Scientific Minds, underscoring his impact on a global scale. Furthermore, Mozaffarian is counted among the top cited researchers in medicine globally, a testament to the widespread relevance and applicability of his work. He has also served in various advisory roles, further demonstrating his commitment to sharing his knowledge and expertise for the benefit of others.

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This Diet Is Better For the Planet. But Is It Better For You, Too? : The ...
But there is one area where the science is clearer: the link between processed meats and health risks. Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, dean of the Friedman School of  ...
Opinion | Our Food Is Killing Too Many of Us - The New York Times
By Dariush Mozaffarian and Dan Glickman. Dr. Mozaffarian is dean of the Tufts Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. Mr. Glickman was the secretary  ...

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