Central Texas Food System: Research Directory and Network Map
One of the goals of Central Texas Food Bank’s Central Texas Food System Initiative is to inspire research that contributes to a more equitable food system.
We created the resources below to facilitate collaboration and connection among researchers, food system planners, and any other individuals, groups, or organizations engaged in food system work in Central Texas.
Note: We have started by concentrating on higher education institutions. We acknowledge that a wealth of research exists in the food industry, research institutes and centers, and nonprofit organizations, which this directory does not yet capture.
We intend to maintain these resources as Central Texas Food Bank staff continue to connect with food system researchers.
Please contact us using the form at the bottom of the page if you consider yourself to be a food system researcher who has a focus on Central Texas and would like to be added to these resources, or if you would like to update your information in the directory or on the map.
The process of building the directory and map started in summer 2024, with a goal of learning more about the food system research landscape in Central Texas. Learn more about this process on our Central Texas Food System Research Landscape page.
Research Directory
Last updated January 2025
The directory below contains contact information and research interests for food system researchers at higher education institutions in Central Texas.
Network Map
Last updated January 2025
The network map below displays a snapshot of the connections among Central Texas food system researchers.
Researchers’ circles are color-coded by the food system sector or topic area that most closely aligns with their research (Primary Food System Sector).
Up to two additional food system sectors are shown as dashes of color around each researcher’s circle.
How to use:
Zoom in on a node (circle) using the “+” and “-” buttons on the top right, dragging the map, searching for a name, or clicking on a node or line.
Click on a node to read a bit more information on an individual researcher.
Directory and Map Updates
Would you like to update your information, be added, or recommend a researcher to be added to these resources?
Please complete the form at right and a member of the Central Texas Food Bank Research Team will follow up within a few business days.