Systems science methods reveal and address links between discrimination and health disparities in US food systems.

Posted by Mark C. Pachucki on Tue, Sep 16, 2025

Abstract: Discriminatory practices are well documented and deeply rooted in food systems. Systems science methods such as social network analysis, system dynamics modelling and agent-based modelling can help to determine how discriminatory processes arise, interact and accumulate to contribute to diet-related health disparities. Such methodological approaches can reveal leverage points for advancing equity-driven solutions. Citation: Citation: Moore, T.R., Krobath, D.M., Chang Chusan, Y.A., Sanga U., Webb P., Pachucki M.C., Cuevas A., Roland H.B., Grant B., Economos C.D., Nicholson V., Kumanyika S. “Systems science methods reveal and address links between discrimination and health disparities in US food systems.”" Nature Food (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s43016-025-01229-5