About

Dale Sharon Hardy, PhD, RD

Founder and scientific leader integrating genomics, epidemiology, biostatistics, precision nutrition, and dietetics to improve health and reduce disparities.

Younger and older adults sharing a colorful plant-forward meal in a community setting.

Professional introduction

Science translated into healthier futures.

Dr. Hardy leads interdisciplinary work spanning genetic and genomic epidemiology, nutrition science, chronic-disease prevention, cancer health disparities, and social determinants of health. Her work connects rigorous scientific discovery with practical applications for research, technology, clinical nutrition, and population health.

Education & advanced training

PhD, Epidemiology

University of Texas School of Public Health

MS, Health Education and Promotion

University of Texas Medical Branch

BS, Food & Nutrition & Dietetics

Andrews University

Postdoctoral Fellowship — Gene–Diet Interactions

Baylor College of Medicine
Advanced research training focused on gene–diet relationships, body weight, and body mass index.

Postdoctoral Fellowship — Health Disparities & Cancer Treatment

University of Texas School of Public Health
Advanced research training in cancer-treatment disparities and population outcomes.

Professional credentials

RD/RDN: Registered Dietitian / Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
LD: Licensed Dietitian
CDCES: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
CHES: Certified Health Education Specialist

Areas of expertise

Interdisciplinary by design.

Genetic and genomic epidemiologyPrecision nutritionPolygenic risk scoresGene × diet × physical activity interactionsNutritional epidemiologyLongitudinal epidemiology and biostatisticsType 2 diabetes and cardiometabolic diseaseCancer epidemiologyHealth disparities and social determinants of healthPopulation healthMedical nutrition therapyDiabetes education

Founder & Scientific Leadership

Research, technology, and practical health applications.

Dr. Hardy’s interdisciplinary background integrates genomics, epidemiology, biostatistics, precision nutrition, and dietetics to translate complex scientific evidence into research, technology, and practical health applications.

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