Integrating Nutrition, Medicine &
Science for Global Health
The Interdisciplinary Centre for Nutrition Science and Medicine (ICNSM), housed at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), brings together IISc and Tufts University to co-develop nutrition-focused healthcare solutions for India, the U.S., and the world.
Our Vision
To transform the future of health by integrating nutrition science and medicine to inspire global change.
Our Mission
To advance evidence-based, interdisciplinary, and holistic solutions to address global nutrition and health challenges by integrating science, medicine, and policy. Through research, education, and collaboration, we aim to address the root causes of diet-related diseases and support communities in achieving sustainable, person-centered well-being.
Core Pillars
1. Education
The center will introduce new training programs in nutrition science for physician-scientists and researchers. Foundational nutrition modules will be integrated into medical and research education, reflecting India’s dietary diversity and traditional knowledge. These programs will offer multiple levels of specialization to strengthen nutrition capacity at scale.
2. Research
The partnership will support joint research and PhD supervision in nutrition science across basic, clinical, and translational domains. Key focus areas include ageing, gut microbiome, precision nutrition, metabolic and infectious diseases, and Ayurvedic dietary interventions. Large-scale studies will address major public-health priorities such as anaemia, hypertension, child malnutrition, Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), and chronic kidney disease.
3. Alliance
Clinical training, experiential learning, practicums, and community-based projects will be available across both campuses. Dedicated collaboration leads at IISc and Tufts will identify training sites, build relationships, and ensure a sustained flow of opportunities for students, clinicians, and researchers.
4. Development
Nutrition challenges are closely linked to sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. Reviving traditional crops such as small millets can improve dietary quality while strengthening the sustainability of local food systems. This integrated approach supports long-term public health, environmental stability, and economic resilience.
