Kristen Cooksey Stowers

Dr. Kristen Cooksey Stowers is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Allied Health Sciences at the University of Connecticut, specializing in health equity and food environment research.

Her work addresses:

• Food environment disparities
• Policy solutions for diet-related diseases
• Community-engaged interventions
• Food insecurity and health outcomes

She partners with community organizations on projects like improving grocery access in Hartford and serves on the Connecticut Food Bank board. Research has been funded by NIH, USDA, and health foundations.