ANT 774 - Food And Food Security in a Changing World

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University of Kentucky

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Description:

This cross-cultural seminar explores the biocultural interactions among food, human biology, and the social, cultural, political and economic factors that shape food-related behaviors and nutritional status of populations. Topics include the social role of food, food beliefs and ideology, the political economy of malnutrition, development strategies and food security, and methods in nutritional anthropology research. Readings and discussions are research focused and approach issues from a variety of theoretical perspectives. Prereq: ANT 601 or consent of instructor. (Same as BSC 774.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.uky.edu

Phone Number:

(859) 257-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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