We lead the field of Precision Nutrition research by applying advanced scientific methods for understanding individual requirements for and responses to nutrients.
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students, and staff who make discovery possible every day.
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students, and staff who make discovery possible every day.
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Reserve Your Spot for a Guided Tour of the NRI on July 24
Thank you for your interest in touring the NRI! The open tour has reached capacity. Please fill out the form below if you would like to be added to the waitlist in case of cancellations. Join us on Thursday, July...
The Vitamin that Helps–and Hurts–Cancer
The Vitamin That Helps–and Hurts–CancerMadeline Childress joined the NRI in 2019 and began her docotral studies in the fall of 2020. She completed her undergraduate program at the University of Alabama, where she graduated with a major in Biology and minor...
Feeding Health with Intelligence featuring Deborah F. Tate, PhD
A new article written by Megan Mendenhall for UNC Research Stories explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming science—and how Carolina researchers are using it to improve human health. UNC Research Stories is a digital storytelling series from UNC...
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Our vision is to use scientific discovery to ensure optimal health through individualized nutrition. To do this, we need your help! Many of our research studies rely on volunteers to help us learn how nutrition science works in differing people. Read through the opportunities to learn more.
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The NRI is a center for precision nutrition training through programs for graduate and medical students, post-doctoral trainees, faculty, practicing physicians and other medical providers, registered dietitians, and industry professionals.