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Our research not only influences the scientific community, but the general public as well. We strive to share our discoveries with everyone. Read some of our latest articles on what is happening at the Nutrition Research Institute.
Faculty and Research Opportunities
June 22, 2016 • The UNC Nutrition Research Institute offers opportunities for faculty and researchers to refine or expand a nutrition-related research program. The Institute is particularly interested in research related to nutrigenomics, metabolomics, epigenetics, clinical nutrition and/or energy expenditure.
Learn more about Faculty Fellows and Visiting Scholars.
Sweet Potato Slaw
June 21, 2016 • Sweet Potato Slaw by Chef Aubrey Mast of the NC State Plants for Human Health Institute.
NRI presents inaugural short course for nutrition specialists
May 23, 2016 • The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) holds its first short course in Nutrigenetics, Nutrigenomics and Precision Nutrition, May 23 – 26. This workshop-style educational course features 16 expert-led presentations on an array of topics including “Nutrition and Epigenetics” and “MicroRNA and Metabolic Profiling.” State-of-the-art practice is an important component of the short course. In hands-on sessions participants will learn to analyze and interpret genetic data using PLINK, Harvard’s open-source, whole-genome association analysis software toolset.
Cracking the connection between genes and diet could lead to future heart disease treatments
May 19, 2016 • Understanding the complex interplay of heredity, diet and microbes may one day lead to diets that prevent and treat cardiovascular disease.
According to a new scientific statement published Tuesday by the American Heart Association, cracking the connection between genes and diet could lead to future heart disease treatments.
Spinach and Flaxseed Pesto
April 27, 2016 • Spinach and Flaxseed Pesto recipe designed by Chef James O’Hara, Senior Instructor at Johnson & Wales University.
NRI Postdoctoral Research Associate receives Trainee Merit Award from the ASA
April 26, 2016 • Summer Goodson earned her Ph.D. in Cell and Development Biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2011. Now, only five years later, she has been recognized for a significant contribution in the field of andrology. In April, at the 41st Annual American Society of Andrology (ASA) Conference in New Orleans, LA, she was evaluated by anonymous judges and became one of four out of 148 trainees to receive the Trainee Merit Award.
Study of Space Travelers Helps Explain Disease in the Earthbound
April 26, 2016 • Some inherited genetic mutations have obvious harmful effects, such as those associated with cystic fibrosis or sickle cell anemia. Now, scientists are learning more about stress-induced effects of gene mutations. We have known for some time that certain astronauts who had spent time at the International Space Station developed vision problems.
Dr. Stephen Hursting discusses obesity research
April 25, 2016 • Watch Stephen Hursting, Ph.D., M.P.H. discuss his research on Fox 46.
Cashew Chipolte Crema
April 12, 2016 • Cashew Chipolte Crema recipe designed by Chef Megan Lambert, Senior Instructor at Johnson & Wales University.
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