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We currently provide research support for work including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Randomized controlled trials using an experimental online shopping store, testing Brazil&#8217;s front-of-package warning labels using two different nutrient profiling models;<\/li><li>Monitoring changes in the food supply following implementation of Brazil&#8217;s front-of-package warning labels; and<\/li><li>Evaluation of Brazil&#8217;s innovative National School Feeding Program (PNAE). 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