Who are We?

Our members propose, assist with, complete, manage and disseminate findings from research projects conducted in clinical, community, healthcare, laboratory and academic settings. Accordingly, members are employed from a variety of mechanisms and settings such as Gerneral Clincal Research Centers, Translational Centers, teaching hospitals, governmental agencies, non-profit research entities, and academia. 

The Research Dietetic Practice Group’s mission is to lead the future of dietetics by promoting the conduct and application of research related to food, nutrition, and dietetics.  Our members are the most valued source for conducting, interpreting, and applying research. Accordingly, members are employed from a variety of mechanisms and settings such as the General Clinical Research Centers, Translational Centers, governmental agencies, non-profit research entities, and academe.

“Help to lead the future of the profession by engaging in research,” says Chair, Dr. Debra Krummel. Many members are involved in cutting edge projects including the Evidence Based Analysis Library and Position Paper authorship and review.  The DPG also has a liaison to the Dietetic Practice Based Research Network and Research Committee of the American Dietetic Association.

RDPG Mission and Vision

Mission 2007-2008

The Research Dietetic Practice Group is leading the future of dietetics by promoting the conduct and application of research related to food, nutrition and dietetics.

Vision 2007-2008

Research Dietetic Practice Group members are the most valued source for conducting, interpreting, and applying research related to food, nutrition, and dietetics.

Strategic Plan Goals 2007-2008

• Build an aligned, engaged, and diverse membership
• Influence key food, nutrition and health initiatives
• Impact the research genda and facilitate research supporting the dietetics rofession
• Increase demand and utilization of services provided by members
• Empower members to compete successfully in a rapidly changing environment
• Proactively focus on emerging areas of food and nutrition.