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Katie A Meyer, ScD, MPH, Promoted to Associate Professor of Nutrition

Katie A Meyer, ScD, MPH, Promoted to Associate Professor of Nutrition

Mar 18, 2026

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is proud to recognize an important milestone in the career of Blake Rushing, PhD, Assistant Professor of Nutrition. Rushing now leads his own research program, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his work at the NRI. His laboratory focuses on understanding how nutrient metabolism shapes cancer development and treatment response.

Three Scientists Bringing New Perspectives to the NGx Short Course

Three Scientists Bringing New Perspectives to the NGx Short Course

Mar 16, 2026

The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI) is proud to recognize an important milestone in the career of Blake Rushing, PhD, Assistant Professor of Nutrition. Rushing now leads his own research program, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his work at the NRI. His laboratory focuses on understanding how nutrient metabolism shapes cancer development and treatment response.