Blake Rushing, PhD, Launches Independent Laboratory at the NRI

Blake Rushing, PhD, Launches Independent Laboratory at the NRI

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is proud to recognize an important milestone in the career of Blake Rushing, PhD, Assistant Professor of Nutrition. Rushing now leads his own research program, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his work at the NRI. His laboratory focuses on understanding how nutrient metabolism shapes cancer development and treatment response.

Testing January 2026

Testing January 2026

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SPM Active® Supplementation

SPM Active® Supplementation

Study Purpose:
The purpose of this study aims to explore the effects of SPM Active®, an omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (n-3 PUFA) dietary supplement, on adults with obesity.

Recruitment Requirements:
• Adults age 25-65
• BMI 30-40
• If you smoke, are allergic to fish, or take medication for diabetes, asthma or any autoimmune disease, you do not qualify.