Dylan MacKay

Dr. Dylan MacKay is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Food and Human Nutritional Sciences at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, and holds a 50 % cross-appointment in the Section of Endocrinology, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. Based at the 110 Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research (Fort Garry Campus, Winnipeg), his work focuses on clinical nutrition trials in obesity, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease.

Dr. MacKay earned his BSc (Biochemistry, Nutrition) and MSc (Biochemistry) from Memorial University of Newfoundland, followed by a PhD in Human Nutritional Sciences from the University of Manitoba.

Research interests include:

• Post-prandial glucose metabolism and glycemic control
• Obesity and type 1 / type 2 diabetes management
• Chronic kidney disease nutrition and metabolic acidosis
• Rheumatoid arthritis prevention via nutritional supplements
• Functional foods, resistant starch, oat polyphenols, and hemp seed protein

His recent publication portfolio (2020–2025) is dominated by systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials investigating dietary interventions, continuous glucose monitoring, diabetes remission strategies, and renal nutrition. Studies explore innovative delivery systems (e.g., DIY automated insulin delivery) and patient-centred outcomes, reflecting a translational approach that bridges bench to bedside and community.

Scientific awards: none disclosed in the provided text.

Student supervision: Dr. MacKay invites prospective MSc, PhD, and post-doctoral researchers to apply via the formal supervision inquiry form; direct emails are not accepted. No specific advisee names are provided.

Laboratory & affiliations: He conducts trials through the Richardson Centre for Food Technology and Research and collaborates closely with the Section of Endocrinology, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, enabling integrated clinical and nutritional research environments.