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Global Food Research Program at UNC-Chapel Hill
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Through collaborative research with partners worldwide, we work to reduce diet-related disparities and create a more healthful food system and environment. https://www.globalfoodresearchprogram.org
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📣 Job alert! We're looking for a research project manager to work on food policy issues ranging in the US and globally. If you’re detail-oriented, love project management, and have a heart for creating better food systems, please learn more and apply here: unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/309...
November 21, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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@lindseytaillie.bsky.social recently joined global leaders at the 2025 Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Forum in New York City to discuss global obesity policy. The forum brought together experts from various sectors to collaborate on the world’s most pressing challenges 🌍
October 17, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Ready to take the next step in your research career? 📚🌍 Learn, collaborate, and drive change in food systems and policy.

📅Note: The webinar date has changed!
Join us for an interactive session, now on Thursday, November 13, 2025: unc.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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October 15, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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Ready to take the next step in your research career? 📚🌍 Learn, collaborate, and drive change in food systems and policy. @uncpublichealth.bsky.social

Join us for an interactive webinar on Thursday, November 6, 2025: unc.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
August 28, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Student Spotlight: Meet Cristina Lee, MPH — Our new doctoral student joining the GFRP team this fall under the advisorship of Shu Wen Ng. Cristina is excited to advance research that informs equitable food policies & supports healthier communities. @uncpublichealth.bsky.social
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August 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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Congratulations to Marissa Hall, 2025 recipient of the Hettleman Prize! This is awarded to 5 UNC faculty exemplifying innovative research & future career promise. Marissa's work focuses on how front-of-package labeling, marketing, and availability shape consumer choices. Read more: go.unc.edu/w4TXr
Headshot of Marissa Hall with text reading, "Marissa Hall, PhD 2025 Hettleman Prize award winner"
June 13, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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UNC Research is improving access to fruits and vegetables.

Shu Wen Ng & colleagues study how produce prescription programs make fruits & vegetables more accessible for low-income NC households. Read more here: go.unc.edu/d3F7N

Learn about UNC's research impact: go.unc.edu/Kn53X

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Headshot of Shu Wen Ng with text reading "UNC Research is...improving access to fruits and vegetables" Photo of a brown grocery bag on its side spilling out fresh fruits and vegetables. The bag has an "Rx&" symbol on it. Below a text caption reads: "At the Global Food Research Program, a research project of the Carolina Population Center, Shu Wen Ng and colleagues are studying how produce prescription programs can make fruits and vegetables more affordable and accessible for low-income North Carolina households." At the bottom is text reading, "#UNCResearchisNC" Decorative text reading, "#UNCResearchisNC" above a text caption reading: "Recently, Dr. Ng and colleagues studied the Healthy Helping program that provided North Carolinians facing food insecurity with $40 a month to spend on fruits and vegetables during the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that participants doubled their purchases of healthy fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes." Below is a photo of a woman reaching for mushrooms from a grocery display of fresh produce. Photo of a doctor writing notes in one hand and holding an apple in the other. Patients hands can be viewed, suggesting a conversation taking place. Below a text caption reads: "Now Dr. Ng and colleagues from the UNC School of Medicine, Duke University, and Reinvestment Partners are evaluating the impact of the RPRx produce prescription program, which provides North Carolinians given a produce prescription by their medical provider with money on a grocery store loyalty card to spend on fruits or vegetables at a NC supermarket chain. They are studying what people purchase and how their health changes after participating in the program." At the bottom is text reading, "#UNCResearchisNC"
May 23, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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New study finds that 48% of foods & 38% of drinks purchased by US households in 2020 were ultra-processed. Categories with the highest proportion: carbonated soft drinks (90% of purchases were ultra-processed), mixed dishes & soups (81%) and sweets & snacks (71%).

Read more here: go.unc.edu/k4JPt
April 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Red dye, seed oils, and corn syrup, oh my!

Catch @lindseytaillie.bsky.social at the Carolina Science Cafe at Haw River Tap & Table in Carrboro on Tues. Jan. 7, 6–7pm. She'll discuss the science behind recent flashy nutrition headlines & more. Plus, free food! moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/car...
January 3, 2025 at 6:38 PM