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Leah Costlow is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics at Michigan State University, part of the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. Her research bridges economics, food policy, human nutrition, and public health, focusing on global healthy diet affordability and accessibility.
- PhD: Food and Nutrition Policy and Programs (Tufts University)
- MS: Agriculture, Food and Environment (Tufts University)
- BA: Liberal Arts (St. John’s College)
Her work analyzes how economic policies and trade reforms impact food systems, particularly during crises like the pandemic. Research emphasizes data-driven approaches to monitor nutrition equity and inform global health strategies.
Recent studies highlight rising nutritious food costs in high-COVID regions and disparities in healthy diet availability across geographies. These findings underscore the need for policy interventions to address nutritional insecurity.
No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned. She advises students through the department’s graduate programs and contributes to teaching initiatives in food systems analysis.
