News
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.
NRI Faculty Member Receives Prestigious Award
Philip A. May, Ph.D., is this year’s recipient of the Henry Rosett Award, in recognition of his substantial contribution researching the field of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Dr. May received the award at the annual meeting of the FASD Study Group of the Research Society on Alcoholism in June.
Firsts for an NRI Young Scientist
Tracey He has the distinction of being the first NRI researcher to have earned a master’s degree while working in an NRI lab. Her story is one of passion and dedication.
Study Shows Mother’s Diet Affects Child’s Genes
NRI director Dr. Steven Zeisel is co-author of a study showing that a mother’s diet before conception can permanently affect how her child’s genes function. The study has been published in Nature Communications.
Appetite for Life SoundBites Spring 2014
In this Issue:
– Top Ten Reasons to Give
– Dr. Martin Kohlmeier – Teaching Nutrition and Physical Activity in Medical School
– Appetite for Life
– NRI Celebrates 5 Years
– North Carolina Science Festival
and more!
Philip May Ph.D.
Philip A. May, PhD, joined the NRI in 2011 as Research Professor. He is an expert in the field of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) and the epidemiology of a number of health-related behaviors. Dr. May has conducted extensive research on the epidemiology and...
Martin Kohlmeier, MD, PhD
Joining the UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) in 2010, Dr. Martin Kohlmeier serves as faculty and primary investigator in the NRI Nutrigenetics Laboratory. He focuses on laboratory diagnostics and nutritional genetics. With more than thirty years of experience in...
JC Med Opens For Business in NCRC Ready-To-Go Lab
November 25, 2013 JC Med, a start-up company, is beginning operations to produce insulin resistance supplements and to developent a first-of-its-kind, in-home insulin resistance meter in one of the NC Research Campus’ ready-to-go laboratories. Watch the video to learn...
NRI Announces 2013 Art Contest Winners
Steven H. Zeisel, M.D., Ph.D., has announced the winners of the 2013 Student Art Contest. The contest challenged local students to create art and write essays about how they, their families and neighbors can achieve healthier lifestyles.
NRI Internships Transform Catawba Students
Aliyah Khan and Thomas Benton’s internships at the NRI helped them to learn how to think critically, how to communicate effectively in the work-world, and also spurred their personal transformations.
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