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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Higher Education Studies
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Food insecurity is a persistent issue affecting US college and university students.
  • Despite extensive research, critical knowledge gaps remain in understanding and addressing this problem.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and highlight key research gaps in college food insecurity.
  • To provide a rationale for future research priorities in this area.

Main Methods:

  • A consensus-based approach by food insecurity researchers from various US higher education institutions.
  • Identification of five thematic areas encompassing nineteen specific research gaps with limited published data.

Main Results:

  • Nineteen specific research gaps were identified across five thematic areas: screening/estimates, longitudinal changes, health/academic impacts, program evaluation, and policy.
  • These gaps limit understanding of food insecurity's prevalence, severity, persistence, and effective interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Addressing identified research gaps is essential for a comprehensive understanding of college food insecurity.
  • Prioritizing these research areas will inform the development of effective programs and policies to support student food security.