Research Staff Hannah Price, MSSenior Research Coordinator Hannah has a Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences from The University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Georgia. She joined the Food Security Lab in June 2024 and is supporting research across all projects including the Seafood and Nutrition Security Project, evaluation of a Food FARMacy Program in partnership with the Central Texas Food Bank, multi-site study on College Basics Needs, and qualitative analysis of community engagement data collected as part of the Austin/Travis County Food Plan development. Lauren Bell, MPHGraduate Research Assistant Lauren has a Master’s degree in Public Health Nutrition from Tulane University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Organizational Sciences from George Washington University. Lauren joined the Food Security Lab as a doctoral student in the Fall of 2024. Currently, Lauren is supporting the qualitative data analysis of community engagement data that was collected during the development of the Austin/Travis County Food Plan as well as supporting our initiatives across the Seafood and Nutrition Security Project. Madilyn Bradley, MSGraduate Research Assistant Madilyn is a graduate student in the Department of Nutritional Sciences, dedicated to understanding the complex relationship between our environment and our health. Her previous work investigated the intersections of built environments and maternal health, specifically examining how neighborhood walkability is associated with preconception and pregnancy weight gain. Her current research integrates Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping with the study of local food systems to identify vulnerabilities and opportunities for improvement. Madilyn seeks to bridge the gap between environmental research and health policy, advocating for resilient food systems that can withstand a changing climate.
