Louisiana Environmental influences on Child Health Outcomes Collaboration Secures Federal Funding Renewal

Louisiana ECHO is one of 19 to receive National Institutes of Health funding renewal

Researchers from Pennington Biomedical Head to Atlanta for ObesityWeek 2025

Pennington Biomedical scientists to present at leading international conference on obesity research

Pennington Biomedical Awarded Renewal of NIH Grant for the Metabolic Basis of Disease Center

Renewal represents a $10.9M NIH investment over five years expanding intellectual, scientific and technical infrastructure that enhances the

Severe Obesity Associated with Reduced Prevalence of Recommended Cancer Screenings

Pennington Biomedical researchers examined cancer screening data from more than 2 million study participants

Scientology Volunteer Ministers Bring Practical Help and Hope to Baton Rouge

The Scientology Volunteer Ministers set up their bright yellow pavilion in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, uniting community leaders and residents.

Pennington Biomedical Hosts NIDDK Clinical Methods for Nutrition & Obesity Research Course

Program equips postdoctoral fellows, advanced doctoral students, and early career investigators with expertise in clinincal research

Strong grip strength may protect against obesity-related complications

People with more muscle may be less likely to have organ damage or die from obesity

2025 Childhood Obesity Conference Welcomes More than 100 Physicians and Health Care Professionals

"Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy" was held on Oct. 2 and 3 at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Get to Know Pennington Biomedical's Dr. Timothy Gilbert

Pennington Biomedical recently launched the Advanced Endocrinology and Diabetes Clinic with Dr. Timothy Gilbert as director

Is Precision Prevention, Diagnostics and Treatment of Obesity a Pipdream or Reality?

Key barriers and opportunities for implementation of precision approaches in clinical and public health settings for obesity treatments eval

Researchers Find Severe Obesity Associated with Reduced Prevalence of Recommended Cancer Screenings

Pennington Biomedical researchers examined cancer screening data from more than 2 million study participants

Pennington Biomedical’s Dr. Steven Heymsfield Named LSU Boyd Professor

Boyd Professor is LSU’s Highest Faculty Honor

"Be the Reason Kids Greaux Healthy" Childhood Obesity Conference Coming Oct. 2-3 at Pennington Biomedical

A pre-conference motivational interviewing workshop is also available for hands-on communication effectiveness training

Study Finds that a Synthetic Molecule Helps Reduce Visceral Fat and Improve Sleep

Early-stage clinical trial reveals that peptide has potential to become a new tool for improving metabolic health and sleep quality

Pennington Biomedical Reflects on 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina

Employees organized diabetes relief efforts and served more than 50 shelters across Louisiana, Texas and Mississippi

Pennington Biomedical Researchers Find Metabolic Health of Pregnant Women May Matter More than Weight Gain

Study shows infants of mothers with unhealthy metabolic profiles have higher body fat at birth despite mothers’ lower weight gain

Pennington Biomedical’s Dr. Leanne Redman Named LPFA Endowed Chair

Dr. Redman is a leading authority on body weight regulation, women’s health, obesity and nutrition

Free Screenings, Expert Insights, and Hands-On Demos at the Men’s Health Summit on Aug. 23

Registration is open for the annual event at Pennington Biomedical

Annual Men’s Health Summit Scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 23

Registration is open for the annual event at Pennington Biomedical that will feature a variety of educational sessions and health screenings

Answer ALS Launches AI Drug Development Collaboration to Advance ALS Treatment Discovery

Collaboration includes Tulane, Pennington Biomedical Research Center and GATC Health

Get to Know Pennington Biomedical's Dr. Kara Denstel

Dr. Kara Denstel is leading the Pennington Generation research study as part of the Greaux Healthy initiative

Bill Signing Held at Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Legislators and community members joined Gov. Jeff Landry, U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and others for the event

New GLP-1 Therapies Enhance Quality of Weight Loss by Improving Muscle Preservation

Research indicates potential for new wave of breakthroughs in maintaining lean mass for patients taking GLP-1-based medications

Louisiana Obesity Society Conference Returns Aug. 8 and 9

Now in its third year, the Louisiana Obesity Society encourages physicians and researchers in Louisiana to join its ranks

Greaux Healthy Initiative for Louisiana Addresses Childhood Obesity

Partnership among Pennington Biomedical and the State of Louisiana

Small Shifts: Add More Fruits and Vegetables

Pennington Biomedical encourages individuals and families to make simple, sustainable changes with the Small Shifts campaign

2025 Bray Obesity Symposium Offers On-Demand Continuing Education

Symposium designated by American Board of Obesity Medicine, or ABOM, as a Group One Primary Medicine Continuing Medical Education partner

Pennington Biomedical Researchers to Present at NUTRITION 2025

NUTRITION is the annual meeting of the American Society of Nutrition; a number of Pennington Biomedical researchers to be honored

Using Your Unique Biology and Goals to Determine YOUR Best Meal Plan

Pennington Biomedical's Dr. Jacob Mey discusses why a diet that might work wonders for your friend can seem to accomplish nothing for you

Dr. Stefan Pasiakos Joins Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Dr. Pasiakos named Professor and Director of Human Performance Optimization

How Cellular Quality Control Contribute to Insulin Resistance

Pennington Biomedical study highlights the complex interplay between mitochondria and insulin related to type 2 diabetes

Dr. Adithya Hari Joins Pennington Biomedical Research Center

Role adds to the Center’s strategic expansion of its cancer metabolism program

Influencing Brain Reward Pathways and Food Preferences

Scientists led by Pennington Biomedical's Dr. Chris Morrison discovered that FGF21 plays an influential role in brain reward mechanisms

Bray Obesity Symposium Offers Continuing Education for Physicians

Registration now open for the 2025 Bray Obesity Symposium

Dr. Leanne Redman Honored with the E. V. McCollum Award

Annual award given to a researcher perceived as a major creative force, actively generating new concepts in nutrition

Dr. Cathy Champagne Selected Named an Excellence in Nutrition Fellow

The inaugural group of 55 Excellence in Nutrition Fellows of the American Society for Nutrition will be honored in Orlando at NUTRITION 2025

The "Science of Eating" Series: Metabolic Myths

Dr. Ursula White led a discussion to debunk some common myths and explain the science behind the misperceptions related to weight loss

Get to Know Pennington Biomedical's Dr. Hannah Cabré

Dr. Cabré, a postdoctoral fellow in the Reproductive Endocrinology & Women’s Health Lab, was recently named Postdoctoral Fellow of the Year

Senior Black American Health Fair Returns April 12

Open to all, the Pennington Biomedical event will feature health screenings and educational speakers

Pennington Biomedical's April Small Shift: Office and Home Workouts

Small Shifts emphasize that minor adjustments to daily habits can have a significant impact over time