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.

Winter 2010

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Summer 2011

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Spring 2012

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Summer 2013

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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.

NRI Celebrates Five Years

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute opened in 2008 on the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis. View a timeline of the first five years of growth and scientific discovery as our scientists explore nutritional individuality as it relates to health.

Fewer Birth Defects in the World

Research by Dr. Philip May shows that there’s a connection between maternal drinking during pregnancy and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Nutrition, body mass and the general health of the mother also are risk factors for FASD in their offspring.