Dr. Steven A. Abrams, Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School, has been named the next Editor-in-Chief of Advances in Nutrition. Dr. Abrams is a globally recognized leader in pediatric nutrition whose scientific contributions have helped establish the evidence base on nutrient requirements in infancy, childhood, and adolescence.
Advances in Nutrition is the American Society for Nutrition’s journal that publishes reviews spanning basic, translational, clinical, and population research. It is a top-ranked journal in the nutrition and dietetics field.
Dr. Abrams succeeds Dr. Katherine Tucker, who completes her 10-year term this month. During Dr. Tucker’s tenure, Advances in Nutrition gained international recognition through its fast ascent in multiple journal rankings.
Dr. Abrams’ tenure begins August 1 during Advances’ first year as a gold open access journal, which is timely in view of the recent government action mandating implementation of open access for federally funded research.
Supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in nutrition science and scholarly publishing is a priority for Dr. Abrams. He seeks authors, reviewers, and editorial board members from all segments of the global population and aims for the journal to address important cultural aspects of food and nutrition in society. Specifically, Dr. Abrams welcomes articles that review issues related to nutritional diversity and public policy in support of a healthier world and social justice in ensuring safe and equitable food for all individuals. He views peer review as an excellent opportunity to mentor and support all levels of scientific and medical training to increase involvement from underrepresented minorities across the globe.
Dr. Abrams served more than 10 years on the editorial board for The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, including 5 years as an Associate Editor, and has been an active member of the Society’s Publications Committee.
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