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Women in S.T.E.M. Shine in the Krupenko Lab

Women in S.T.E.M. Shine in the Krupenko Lab

The Natalia Krupenko Lab was lit up this holiday season as lab members celebrated recent publications and presentations. The Krupenko Lab’s research is focused on the role of folate (Vitamin B9) in promoting health and preventing disease in humans. Congratulations to...

Congratulations to the NRI’s Newest Doctoral Graduates

Congratulations to the NRI’s Newest Doctoral Graduates

The Nutrition Research Institute has two reasons to be extra thankful this holiday season: we are celebrating two new PhDs! Congratulations to Kaylee Helfrich, PhD, and Evan Paules, PhD, our most recent NRI doctoral graduates. Kaylee Helfrich, PhD, (Smith Lab)...

AFL Program Summaries October 2021 – May 2022

Appetite For Life programs may be presented in person and/or virtually. To stay informed about upcoming events and other news from the Nutrition Research Institute, visit our website, subscribe to our emails, and follow us on social...

Innovation. Discovery. Impact.

Innovation. Discovery. Impact.

Fiscal Year 2021 was a landmark year in the history of the UNC Nutrition Research Institute: We transitioned directorship while continually adapting to safety requirements to operate our world-class center during a worldwide pandemic. We are delighted to share with...

Keep the Fireworks Going: NRI Student Success is Explosive!

Keep the Fireworks Going: NRI Student Success is Explosive!

This summer, NRI students continue to shine bright and have been recognized for their endeavors both on the University level and nationally! Congratulations to Halle Fogle, an incoming graduate student in the Sergey Krupenko Lab. Halle recently received a UNC Gillings...