Tegan Mansouri

Tegan Mansouri, PhD, RDN, is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Nutrition Science Program at the University at Buffalo. She leads the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences within the School of Public Health and Health Professions. Her contact details include the 130 Sherman Annex office and phone number (716) 829-5596.

Education:

• BS in Dietetics, State University of New York at Oneonta
• Dietetic Internship, University at Buffalo
• MS in Exercise Science, University at Buffalo
• PhD in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, University at Buffalo
• Postdoctoral Associate in Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, University at Buffalo

Research Focus: Mansouri’s work explores eating behaviors, particularly food reward mechanisms and impulsivity across age groups. Her doctoral research pioneered mixed-methods approaches to study eating patterns among emergency medical service (EMS) providers, a high-stress occupational group. Postdoctorally, she developed interventions targeting EMS professionals’ well-being. Her work bridges clinical practice, education, and community service to advance nutrition science.

Awards: None explicitly listed.

Teaching & Advising: Mansouri emphasizes evidence-based pedagogy and student skill development. While no specific grant details are provided, her research trajectory suggests funding alignment with occupational health and behavioral nutrition.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the University at Buffalo’s Exercise and Nutrition Sciences departmental initiatives, though specific lab names are not mentioned.