March 6, 2026 | Goode News, Machine Learning, News, Tate News, Trujillo News
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.
November 7, 2025 | Goode News, Machine Learning, News
When researchers move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach and engage families as true partners, they can design interventions that reflect real experiences and lead to meaningful, lasting change.
September 12, 2025 | Goode News, Machine Learning, News
When it comes to body weight, no single story or strategy fits all. Conversations about weight and health are evolving, as more clinicians and researchers seek to support individuals in ways that reflect both scientific evidence and patient-centered care.
May 16, 2025 | Goode News, News
For many adults, eating in response to emotions rather than hunger – known as emotional eating – can lead to unwanted weight gain and increase the risk of serious health conditions like heart disease and diabetes. A new pilot study led by UNC Nutrition Research...
March 5, 2025 | Goode News, News
Grocery shopping is a routine task for many, but for those relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), it involves additional considerations—when benefits are available, where to shop, and how to stretch resources while maintaining a balanced...
