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Handbook of Obesity

Updated Edition of the “Handbook of Obesity,” Edited by Former Pennington Biomedical Executive Directors Dr. George Bray and Dr. Claude Bouchard, Now Available

The two-volume set of the “Handbook of Obesity,” edited by former Pennington Biomedical Research Center Executive Directors Dr. George Bray and Dr. Claude Bouchard, was recently published by Routledge and CRC Press.

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Dr. Prachi Singh

inRegister Magazine Celebrates Inspiring Women, including Dr. Prachi Singh of Pennington Biomedical

In a special profile section, inRegister magazine celebrated 20 local, inspiring women, including Dr. Prachi Singh, associate professor and director for Pennington Biomedical’s Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health.

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Small Shifts

Pennington Biomedical Encourages Small Shifts for Big Improvements in Health and Nutrition Throughout 2024

Pennington Biomedical Research Center is encouraging “Small Shifts” in the new year, including small shifts in food choices, exercise and daily routines. Through the variety of research studies undertaken by Pennington Biomedical scientists, a common refrain that has emerged from research results is that subtle, simple adjustments to personal habits and choices can build a foundation for lasting well-being.

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DASH Diet

U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Diets: DASH Diet Again Ranked in Multiple Categories

With the new year, individuals across the globe are looking for healthy eating options as part of those New Year’s resolutions, and U.S. News & World Report’s annual release of its Best Diets rankings can assist people in making informed decisions about achieving their health goals.

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Pennington Biomedical Scientists Share Small Shifts You Can Make in the New Year

When the calendar flips to from December to January, many people set goals and resolutions for the upcoming year. A number of those resolutions involve nutrition, exercise and mental health. While drastic lifestyle changes can be overwhelming and difficult to maintain, research conducted at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center shows that subtle adjustments to habits and choices are easier to adopt, integrate into your life, and stick with over the long term. These small shifts can have a lasting effect on health and wellbeing.

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Year of Success

From National Recognitions to Scientific Discovery, Pennington Biomedical Celebrates a Year of Successes in 2023

Since its founding 35 years ago, the Pennington Biomedical Research Center has led the scientific community in achieving breakthrough research in nutrition, obesity and diabetes, and this year was no different. From its 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Pennington Biomedical is working on cutting-edge research to fight chronic disease, along with developing best practices and interventions for medical professionals to follow.

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December 2023 Publications

The following are recent publications by the researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center.

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PBRC

Postdoctoral Researcher Flori Corpodean Selected for Prestigious National Resident Research Award

Dr. Florina Corpodean, a postdoctoral researcher and surgical research fellow at Pennington Biomedical, was named as the 2024 Resident Research Award recipient by the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, or SSAT. Dr. Corpodean works in the Translational and Integrative Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Research laboratory, or TIGER lab, at Pennington Biomedical under the direction of Dr. Vance Albaugh.

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CinFina Pharma, a CinRx Portfolio Company, Introduces Scientific Advisory Board with Deep Metabolic Expertise

CinFina Pharma, a CinRx Portfolio Company, Introduces Scientific Advisory Board with Deep Metabolic Expertise

CinFina Pharma, CinRx Pharma’s portfolio company dedicated to expanding treatment options for obesity and metabolic diseases, today announced the scientific advisory board (SAB) members for the company’s multi-asset pipeline. The members of CinFina’s SAB include renowned metabolic and obesity academic researchers and expert clinicians.

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Poor Diet Quality During Adolescence is Linked to Serious Health Risks

Diet quality among adolescents in the United States is among the worst across all age groups, putting young people at risk for heart attack, stroke, and diabetes, among other cardiometabolic diseases later in life. The research brief shared in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, published by Elsevier, used the Healthy Eating Index-2015 and medical testing to assess a group of youth aged 10-16 years.

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Robert Newton Jr.

Dr. Robert Newton Jr. to Study African American Fathers as Proponents of Children’s Health

Dr. Robert Newton Jr., Professor of Physical Activity & Ethnic Minority Health for Pennington Biomedical Research Center, was recently awarded a $214,000 grant to study the health of African American families, particularly exploring if fathers can serve as catalysts for their children’s health. The grant, which was awarded by the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities division of the National Institutes of Health, will be used for Dr. Newton’s proof of concept study Fathers and Children Exercising Together, or FACEiT.

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Claire Berryman

Scaling New Heights: Dr. Claire Berryman is Uncovering the Connections Between Altitude and Weight Loss

In the field of weight loss research, traditional approaches like diet and exercise have long taken center stage. But what if there were a hidden factor that could hold the key to unlocking the body’s calorie-burning potential? Meet Dr. Claire Berryman, Ph.D., RD, an enthusiastic dietitian and visionary researcher at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, who is on a quest to shed light on the intriguing connections between altitude and weight loss.

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Yvette Gray

More than 50 Employees Celebrated at Pennington Biomedical Service Award Luncheon

On Friday, Dec. 1, Pennington Biomedical recognized employees celebrating years of service milestones for their tenure at the center. A total of 53 employees were honored, including two recognized for 35 years of service – Ray Allen in Computing Services and Yvette Gray in Fiscal Operations.

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November 2023 Publications

The following are recent publications by the researchers at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center.

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More than $13M Awarded to Study Childhood Obesity Interventions in Rural and Minority Communities in Louisiana and Tennessee

Pennington Biomedical Research Center and Vanderbilt University Medical Center have received $13.8 million for five years of research funding from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to study the ideal “dose” of behavioral interventions to treat childhood obesity in rural and minority communities across Louisiana and Tennessee.

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LA CaTS’ Community Research for Optimal Wellness Network to Host Free Open House at Pennington Biomedical Research Center

LA CaTS’ Community Research for Optimal Wellness Network to Host Free Open House at Pennington Biomedical Research Center

The Community Research for Optimal Wellness Network, or CROWN, is hosting a free open house to encourage members of the Baton Rouge community to discover more about the program and its services. The open house will include tours of the Pennington Biomedical facility, engaging activities, opportunities to meet esteemed scientists, and photos with Santa Claus.

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A Prophetic Vision

Every day, thousands of Baton Rouge motorists zip past the iconic Pennington Biomedical Research Center on bustling Perkins Road – the expansive campus stretching 222 acres between Quail Drive and Kenilworth Parkway. The average Capital City resident no doubt knows that important research is happening inside, but few appreciate the extent of its worldwide impact.

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Jacob Mey

Ways to Avoid Post-Thanksgiving Drowsiness with Dr. Jacob Mey

Thanksgiving is a holiday to celebrate with family, friends and food. But after consuming turkey, sides and desserts, we are often tired and ready for that holiday nap. Is tryptophan to blame? Are there other causes to the “food coma” many find ourselves in on Thanksgiving? Dr. Jacob Mey, assistant professor at Pennington Biomedical, answers those questions and provides tips for celebrating your Thanksgiving.

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School Lunch

LSU Science Café: Demystifying School Lunch

From mystery meat to the lunch lady, Pennington Biomedical Research Center registered dietitian Cathy Carmichael will offer insight into the challenges and joys of school lunch at the LSU Science Café, on Tuesday, Nov. 28. The event will take place from 5-7 p.m. at the Varsity Theatre, 3353 Highland Road in Baton Rouge.

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$3.4 Million Investment in Baton Rouge Health District Gateway Enhancements

$3.4 Million Investment in Baton Rouge Health District Gateway Enhancements

The U.S. Department of Commerce, via its Economic Development Administration (E.D.A.), announced a significant $4.4 million investment in Louisiana's infrastructure. This allocation is geared towards strengthening the areas recently affected by disasters. A significant portion will be directed to the Baton Rouge Health District, in collaboration with Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, for vital enhancements.

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