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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.
Kannapolis' North Carolina Research Campus foresees growth
The following has been reprinted from Charlotte Observer, an article by Lisa Thornton. By the time they celebrate the North Carolina Research Campus’ seventh anniversary next year, leaders say, 10 buildings will have been erected on campus, and another two nearby. The...
NRI joins fellow institutions in marking six years at the North Carolina Research Institute
The following has been reprinted from Independent Tribune, an article by Michael Knox. KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — To mark the North Carolina Research Campus’ sixth anniversary, academic and scientific leaders touted advances made at the Kannapolis complex and offered a...
Kannapolis Rotary Club's Gift of $63,500
The Kannapolis Rotary Club has given a gift of $63,500 to the NRI in support of student housing. On Veteran’s Day, NRI Director Steven Zeisel, M.D., Ph.D., received a symbolic check for this donation from Kannapolis club president Jeremy Tutt and club member William...
More Kids Harmed by Drinking in Pregnancy Than Expected, Study Reports
The following, reprinted from HealthDay in an article by Tara Haelle, reveals the findings of a study conducted by NRI Research Professor Philip May, Ph.D. MONDAY, Oct. 27, 2014 (HealthDay News) – Although drinking during pregnancy has long been considered taboo, new...
Carol L. Cheatham, Ph.D. presented with National TRIO Achiever’s Award
On September 9, at Council for Opportunity in Education’s 33rd Annual Conference Gala, Dr. Cheatham was bestowed the 2014 National TRIO Achiever’s Award. The National TRIO Achiever’s award was created as a tribute to the success and outstanding endeavors of TRIO students and the programs that supported them in their journey to accomplished careers.
Artificial Sweeteners: New Findings Suggest Negative Health Implications
As a registered dietitian, I am often asked: “What do you think about artificial sweeteners?” My answer is always the same: “Since they are artificial and not enough research has been conducted to know for certain if they can be harmful, I suggest using them in moderation, learning to drink beverages that are naturally sugar-free, or using regular sugar instead but in moderation.” New research published in the journal Nature indicates a negative impact of artificial sweeteners on the helpful bacteria that live in our intestines. The findings were intriguing and provide one important piece of the puzzle to help better understand the role of these food additives on health.
October 2014
SoundBites is the NRI’s monthly e-newsletter. This month features Folami Ideraabdullah’s environmental lecture held at Catawba College and Dr. Zeisel’s input on a new research publication about gut microbes.
Gut Microbes Can Determine Your Weight
From the desk of: Steve Zeisel, M.D., Ph.D. Gut microbes have been making a lot of news lately. As the name implies, these bacteria reside in the intestine and fulfill a variety of functions essential to our health, specifically ensuring that we digest foods properly....
For Better or Worse – Consequences of Living with Chemicals
The Center for the Environment, Catawba College, in partnership with the UNC Nutrition Research Institute, invites you to a community lecture: For Better or Worse – Consequences of Living with Chemicals presented by Folami Ideraabdullah, Ph.D.
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