Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Pennington Biomedical Research Center Our mission is to discover the triggers of chronic diseases through innovative research that improves human health across the lifespan.
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Basic research, clinical studies and population-based science at Pennington Biomedical have led to important studies, discoveries, treatments in healthcare, and improved quality of life and wellness. Pennington Biomedical is finding comprehensive, prevention-based solutions that offer hope to more people.

Thank you to Dr. Bhaswati Ghosh for presenting on her work at this week's Work In Progress!
01/29/2026

Thank you to Dr. Bhaswati Ghosh for presenting on her work at this week's Work In Progress!

As January comes to a close, take a moment to celebrate the progress you’ve made on your Small Shift 🎉This month was all...
01/28/2026

As January comes to a close, take a moment to celebrate the progress you’ve made on your Small Shift 🎉

This month was all about choosing one small, meaningful change—and whether you found your rhythm right away or are still building it, every effort counts. Small shifts add up, and each step helps lay the groundwork for long-term wellness.

Reflect for a moment:
✨ What positive changes did you notice?
✨ What helped you stay consistent?
✨ How will you carry this momentum into February?

Share your January win (or lesson learned!) using —your story might inspire someone else to start their own journey.

Stay tuned for February’s theme and more simple, science-backed ways to move, eat, and live well. 💙

Pennington Biomedical Research Center scientist Dr. Candida Rebello recently secured a $3.7 million, five-year grant fro...
01/28/2026

Pennington Biomedical Research Center scientist Dr. Candida Rebello recently secured a $3.7 million, five-year grant from NIH’s National Institute on Aging to explore lifestyle-focused care strategies to reduce excess body fat and declining muscle mass in older adults with obesity, also known as sarcopenic obesity. The grant will facilitate the planning and structure of the clinical trial laid out in her project “Lifestyle intervention to improve muscle function in older adults.” To view the full article, visit https://www.pbrc.edu/news/media/2026/dr-candida-rebello-nih-grant.aspx

Sleep meets nutrition in the CRISP study! Join us as we investigate the effects of time-restricted eating on metabolism ...
01/27/2026

Sleep meets nutrition in the CRISP study! Join us as we investigate the effects of time-restricted eating on metabolism in habitual short sleepers. We are seeking men and women ages 18-45
who habitually sleep 6.5h or less on most nights. You can earn up to $4,000. See if you qualify:
www.pbrc.edu/CRISP

CENTER UPDATE: PBRC will resume regular business operations tomorrow, January 27th.
01/26/2026

CENTER UPDATE: PBRC will resume regular business operations tomorrow, January 27th.

Due to the potential for severe winter weather conditions in the region, Pennington Biomedical will be closed on Monday,...
01/23/2026

Due to the potential for severe winter weather conditions in the region, Pennington Biomedical will be closed on Monday, January 26.

We will continue to monitor weather conditions and will communicate any additional updates, including information regarding reopening, as soon as possible.

A few weeks into the new year is the perfect time to pause and check in on your January Small Shift. 💙How’s it going so ...
01/21/2026

A few weeks into the new year is the perfect time to pause and check in on your January Small Shift. 💙

How’s it going so far? Have you noticed any changes—big or small? Remember, progress doesn’t have to be perfect. Even small steps add up.

If you’ve stayed consistent, amazing work 👏 If you’ve fallen off track, no worries—today is a great day to reset and refocus. Every day is a new opportunity to make a small shift toward better health.

Share your goal or your progress and tag us using to inspire our community.

Keep going—you’ve got this! 💪

Pennington Biomedical Research Center has announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth S. Stanley as Associate Executive D...
01/20/2026

Pennington Biomedical Research Center has announced the appointment of Dr. Elizabeth S. Stanley as Associate Executive Director of Operations, effective January 20, 2026.

Stanley, who joined the Center in November as Senior Director for Operations and Finance, assumes the role following the transition from longtime operations leader Guy LaVergne, who is stepping down from his full-time position as Associate Executive Director after 27 years of service to the Center. LaVergne will continue supporting the Center in a part-time advisory and consulting capacity, working closely with Stanley and executive leadership to ensure continuity and strategic momentum during the transition. To view the full article, visit https://www.pbrc.edu/news/media/2026/aedoperations.aspx

We are looking for participants ages 18-75 to join the research study! Help our researchers test a potential new investi...
01/20/2026

We are looking for participants ages 18-75 to join the research study! Help our researchers test a potential new investigational treatment for primary hypothyroidism. You may be compensated for your participation and travel. See if you qualify: www.pbrc.edu/AVANTI

For the second year in a row, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH Diet, developed in part by scientists...
01/19/2026

For the second year in a row, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or DASH Diet, developed in part by scientists at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, has been recognized as the best heart-healthy diet in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Diets rankings. Additionally, it again ranked as the second-best diet overall. To view the full article, visit https://www.pbrc.edu/news/media/2026/dash-diet-us-news-2026.aspx

CENTER UPDATE: Our offices will be closed Monday, January 19th in observance of MLK Day. We will reopen for our normal b...
01/18/2026

CENTER UPDATE: Our offices will be closed Monday, January 19th in observance of MLK Day. We will reopen for our normal business operations on Tuesday, January 20th.

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70808

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