Sara Maksi, PhD, RD

Sara Maksi, PhD, RD

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Sara Maksi, PhD, RD

Assistant Professor

Faculty

Last Revised: Feb 25th, 2025

Professional Biography

Dr. Maksi is a Registered Dietitian with previous clinical experience in pediatric diabetes and weight management. Her research interests broadly focus on factors that influence adolescent and emerging adults’ eating behaviors. This includes exploring the impact of digital food and beverage marketing. Dr. Maksi also conducts research related to engagement and acceptance of nutrition communication, education, and intervention.

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Education

B.S., Food Science and Human Nutrition, University of Illinois
M.S., Nutritional Sciences, University of Georgia
Ph.D., Nutritional Sciences, Pennsylvania State University

Contact Information

Dr. Tammy J. Stephenson, PhD, FAND
Department Chair & Professor

202 Funkhouser Building Lexington, KY 40506-0054

+1 (859) 257-3800

tammy.stephenson@uky.edu