Katie A Meyer, ScD, MPH, Promoted to Associate Professor of Nutrition
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.
Three Scientists Bringing New Perspectives to the NGx Short Course
This May, NGx: Precision Nutrition for Exercise Across the Lifespan will convene an exceptional group of scientists examining how nutrition and physical activity interact with human biology to influence health across the lifespan. With sixteen speakers representing diverse areas of expertise, the conference will highlight emerging discoveries that are shaping the future of precision nutrition and exercise science.
NGx 2026: Abstract Submission for Student Poster Session
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.
Advancing Precision Nutrition: NRI Research Featured at CWLC Conference
The Carolina Women’s Leadership Council (CWLC) brings together accomplished women leaders from across industries to support innovation, leadership, and scientific advancement at the University of North Carolina. Through events, mentorship, and philanthropy, the council fosters dialogue around emerging research and helps strengthen connections between scientific discovery and community impact.
STEM Night at the Ballpark Returns April 7
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.