News

May 18, 2015

P2EP Kicks Off Third “Summer of Science” at NC Research Campus

The third class of the Plant Pathways Elucidation Project (P2EP) recently began an 11-week summer of science at the NC Research Campus (NCRC). This year’s class will not only work… 

Feb 25, 2015

New web resource highlights research-based connections between food and disease

Developed by new Extension team member, Aubrey Mast 

Feb 19, 2015

Results Feature Article Reaps Award of Excellence

The feature article, Reaping a Healthy Harvest, recently won an Award of Excellence in the “Best Article of the Year” category at the southeast regional conference of the Council for the Advancement… 

Nov 20, 2014

Highlighting the Health-protective Properties of Alaskan Berries (your Elders already knew)

PHHI director, Dr. Mary Ann Lila, shares her personal experiences from a study of climate change, tribal resources and wild Alaskan berries. 

Nov 6, 2014

Enjoy Every Bite of the Holidays

Enjoying holiday foods doesn’t mean you have to arrive at the New Year with weight gain, high cholesterol and blood sugar that tops the charts. Instead, make a plan that will help you enjoy every delicious bite of the holidays. 

Oct 9, 2014

The Power of Blueberries (Today’s Dietitian)

Dr. Mary Ann Lila was featured in a Today's Dietitian article illustrating the powerful phytochemicals and health benefits associated with the blueberry. Studies suggest that blueberries can be effective against cancer, diabetes and neurocognitive diseases, as well as support heart health and memory. 

Sep 24, 2014

N.C. State Scientists Cracking the Mysteries of Walnut Research

A New Process for Researching Walnuts Will Help Identify the Impacts on Human Health 

Sep 9, 2014

PHHI Hiring Small Fruit/Vegetable Researcher

PHHI is hiring a faculty member to lead a genomics program in small fruits and/or vegetables. The successful candidate’s research will focus on genetics, genomics, germplasm improvement and breeding of small fruits (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.) and/or vegetable crops. 

Jul 3, 2014

Watermelon Science, Size and Surprising Uses

From Sunscreen to Sports Drink, Watermelon's a Winner 

May 15, 2014

N.C. State Scientists Create Food Ingredient to Combat Peanut Allergies

Groundbreaking Peanut-Cranberry Flour Masks Peanut Proteins in the Body