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Postdoctoral Scholar – Rushing Lab
This position is located in Kannapolis, NC, approximately 2 hours from UNC’s main campus. Position Summary We are seeking a motivated and talented Postdoctoral Scholar with expertise in data analysis, computational modeling, and coding to join our team. The...
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Get Lightning-Fast Nutrition Insights at AFL!
Appetite for Life Presents: Speed Dating with the NRI - Lightning-Fast Nutrition Insights Join us for a fast-paced, engaging evening where NRI scientists break down big nutrition ideas in just three minutes! At Appetite for Life: Speed Dating with the NRI, researchers...
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Eat Move Think Research Study
Study Purpose: We are researching whether consuming blueberries and exercising can support brain health as we age. Recruitment Requirements: • Ages 65–85 • Experiencing memory issues • Physically inactive (less than 150 min/week of moderate exercise in the last 4...
What Young People Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer
This article originally appeared on UNC HealthTalk. First, the good news: The rates of colorectal cancer (cancers of the colon and rectum) have been declining over the past 40 years, thanks to regular screenings and lifestyle choices such as healthy eating, staying...
Nutritional Impact on Gut Microbiota and Human Health
Study Purpose: We are studying how food is broken down by human gut microbiota and how nutrition plays an essential role in overall health. Recruitment Requirements: Ages 18–65 BMI: 18–25 or 30–40 Generally healthy Not currently breastfeeding Not taking medications or...
Appetite for Life: Kickstart Your Wellness
On January 30, 2025, High Performance Training (HPT) gym hosted the Nutrition Research Institute for the fourth iteration of our annual Wellness Workshop. Attendees heard from NRI representative, Leah Bouk, who shared insights about the Nutrition for Precision Health...
How the NPH Study is Shaping the Future of Health
The Nutrition for Precision Health (NPH) study has set out to answer a compelling question: Can a personalized diet improve health and help prevent chronic diseases? This national initiative, part of the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us program, is exploring...