ALT Photo of Dr Katie Dalrymple with quote: "Folic acid fortification has the potential to prevent devastating birth defects, but it is essential that we understand how well this policy works in the UK’s diverse population. This study will provide robust, UK-specific evidence on whether fortification improves maternal folate status equitably and whether it translates into better outcomes for mothers and babies."

ALT Photo of Professor Ana Rodriguez-Mateos with quote: “This funding will allow us to tackle two critical questions in nutritional sciences: how food structure and processing influence health, and why people respond so differently to the same foods. The findings could help to shape future dietary guidance, public health strategies, and even how foods are produced, helping to reduce cardiovascular disease and improve long-term health."