Science Atlantic Communication Award
2022
Janani Radhakrishnan, Dalhousie UniversityFresh produce waste can be used to enhance hypocholesterolemic eritadenine biosynthesis by shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes)
2021
First: Nèmanan Richard Ninamou, Université de MonctonA path analysis to identify factors influencing the provision of water in addition to breast milk in mothers of children under six months of age in the regions of Conakry and Kindia, Republic of Guinea
Second: Rebecca Demmings, St. Francis Xavier UniversityNutrient decomposition of texture modified diets in rural Nova Scotian long-term care facilities: a digital food photography assessment
Third: Salma Omardeen, Memorial University of NewfoundlandyInvestigating the mechanistic roles of oligofructose-enriched inulin in reducing body fat of overweight and obese children
2020
First: Julia Heckbert, University of Prince Edward IslandFood use, food security and food production and sales across growing seasons among rural Kenyan women
2019
First: Erin Carmody, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityInfant Feeding Practices of Neonates Born to Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus or Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Second: Thilini Nuwndhara Dissanyake, Dalhousie University - Faculty of AgricultureIdentification of Microbial Composition of Swedish Hard Cheese by Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry
Third: Caroline Anderson, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityDevelopment and face validity of an online , survey to assess eating disorders, muscle dysmorphia, and exercise addiction among competitive male bodybuilders
Science Atlantic Undergraduate Research Award
2022
First: Emily Stevens, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityHuman milk macronutrient composition not a predictor of milk thiamine concentrations among rural Cambodian women during the exclusive breastfeeding period.
Second: Bipasha Sahal, Memorial University of NewfoundlandA diet high in omega-3 fatty acids and gestation stage alters the levels of ceramide fatty acyl species in the fetal brain of C57BL/6 mice
Third: Sophie Barker, Acadia UniversityPulse up that burger! Sensory Characterization of Yellow Pea and Chicken Meat Analogues
2021
First: Rachael Moss and Sophie Barker, Acadia UniversityCarbonated emotions: Consumers’ sensory perception and emotional response to carbonated and still fruit juices
Second: Megan Churchill, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityThiamine stability and colour changes in salt co-fortified with iodine, stored in Cambodia over 6 months
Third: Rianna Teeuwissen, University of Prince Edward IslandThe Complementary and Alternative Therapy Use, Dietary Behaviours, and Food Choices of People Living with Arthritis
Fourth: Cayla Olynyk, Saint Francis Xavier UniversityUncovering the student athlete lived experience in managing exercise associated gastrointestinal symptoms: a mixed methods approach
2020
Oral: Kate Braddon, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityEvaluating Pre- and Post- Education Knowledge Scores from Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Interacting with an Online Low Glycemic Index Education Platform
Enhanced Poster: Tim Lamont, Acadia UniversitySurf’n Bake: Exploring the Sensory Characteristics of Seaweed Composite Bread
Enhanced Poster: Imene Hank, University of Prince Edwards IslandAssessing the Implementation of the New Canada’s Food Guide Recommendations in Childcare Settings
2019
Madison Brauer, University of Prince Edward IslandDoes a cell phone mediated nutrition education intervention result in better retention of recommended food preparation practices than traditional face to face interventions in a developing country context?
Science Atlantic Graduate Research Award
2022
First: Raniru Randunu, Memorial University of NewfoundlandFeeding betaine and creatine supplemented parenteral nutrition in the neonatal period reduces blood pressure in adulthood in Yucatan miniature pigs
Second: Julie Oyoo, University of Prince Edward IslandEffect of a Food- Based Nutrition Education Program on Nutrition Related Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices and Kitchen Garden Vegetable Production of Kenyan Primary School Children
Third: Onitrinianina Rakotorahalahy, Université de MonctonFemmes et Transition agroécologique : mouvement pour la souveraineté alimentaire au Nouveau-Brunswick
2021
First: Niluni Wijesundara, Dalhousie UniversityHerbal essential oils to treat sore throat: antibacterial activity of carvacrol against Streptococcus pyogenes
Second: Tharindu Lakshan Suraweera, Dalhousie UnivsersityDietary Flavonoids Attenuates Carcinogen-induced DNA damage in Cultured Human Lung Epithelial Cells
Third: Lauren Viana, Saint Francis Xavier UnivsersityThe Effects of Dehulling and Germination on the Functional Properties and Off-Flavour Compounds in Yellow-Eyed Bean Flours
Fourth: Julianne LeBlanc, Mount Saint Vincent UnivsersityDPatient Experience with Home-Based Gestational Diabetes Education during COVID-19: A Satisfaction Questionnaire
2020
Oral: Oral Presentation: Jelisa Gallant, Mount Saint Vincent UnivsersityHuman milk total thiamine concentrations among rural Cambodian women on various thiamine supplementation regimes, 12 weeks postnatal
Enahnced Poster: Cindy Yu, Dalhousie University-AGIdentification of superior apple genotypes for the management of type 2 diabetes
Enhanced Poster: Lauren Viana, St. Francis Xavier UniversityCharacterizing the Impact of Soaking and Germination on the Aroma Profile and the Chemical Composition of Yellow-Eyed Bean Flour
2019
First: Erin Carmody, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityInfant Feeding Practices of Neonates Born to Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus or Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Second: Thilini Nuwndhara Dissanyake, Dalhousie University - Faculty of AgricultureIdentification of Microbial Composition of Swedish Hard Cheese by Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization-Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry
Third: Caroline Anderson, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityDevelopment and face validity of an online , survey to assess eating disorders, muscle dysmorphia, and exercise addiction among competitive male bodybuilders
Clara Jefferson Award
2019
Lydia Hayward, Acadia UniversityStudying the impact caloric values have on consumers’ sensory perceptions of Nova Scotia rosé wines
Travel Award
2020
Kate Braddon, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityEvaluating Pre- and Post- Education Knowledge Scores from Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Interacting with an Online Low Glycemic Index Education Platform
Second: Chelsea Purdy, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityN/A
2019
First: Zack Clancy, Memorial UniversityThe Effects of Total Parenteral Nutrition and Methyl Supplementation on Glucose Homeostasis in Neonatal Yucatan Miniature Pigs.
Second: Adèle Corkum, University of Prince Edward IslandPostprandial Effects of Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) Consumption on Glucose Metabolism, Gastrointestinal Hormone , Response, and Perceived Appetite in Healthy Adults: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Crossover Trial
Other Awards
2022
Memorial University Dean of Science Award - Best Oral Presentation: Keeran Bonia, Memorial University of NewfoundlandThe influence of maternal consumption of recommended omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on prodromal schizophrenia-like phenotype prevalence in C57BL/6 offspring mice
Memorial University Head of Biochemistry Award - Best Poster presentation : Tanisha Furlong, Memorial University of NewfoundlandThe Effect of Vitamin B6 Deficiency on Gut Barrier Integrity
Université de Moncton Dean of Health Sciences and Community Services Award: Emily Meier, Mount Saint Vincent UniversityCambodian factory workers’ knowledge and practices towards maternal and infant and young child feeding and peripartum labour laws
Université de Moncton Head of Food Science and Nutrition Award : Jessy Carveth, Acadia UniversityPilot Study: The Performance Benefits of Caffeine in Cycling: Exploring the Placebo and Nocebo Effects of Caffeine on Cycling Performance