@NCCOR

NCCOR brings together @NIH, @CDCgov, @USDA, and @RWJF to halt—and reverse—childhood obesity.

Washington, DC
Joined January 2012
See NCCOR’s Implementation Scorecard in action! Feeding Forward’s case study shows how structured implementation tools support evidence-informed planning and culturally relevant nutrition programs. Read more: nccor.org/wp-content/uploads… #NCCOR #PublicHealth
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What makes a youth sport program high quality? Session 1 of our Youth Sports Workshop explored the importance of structural quality, access, transparency, and inclusive program design in youth sports programs. View the recording 🔗shorturl.at/m12mW #NCCOR #YouthSports
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Curious about how NCCOR has evolved over time? Explore the NCCOR Overview Booklet for an informative look at our mission, partnership model, and key initiatives shaping childhood obesity research. 🔗nccor.org/wp-content/uploads… #NCCOR #PublicHealth #ChildhoodObesity #ResearchTools
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📢 Looking to get more from your learning experience? Explore the OPUS Learning Guides on the NCCOR Student Hub to build knowledge around obesity-related policy, systems, and environmental approaches. 🔗nccor.org/student-hub/ #NCCOR #StudentHub #LearningResources #PublicHealth
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Youth sports are strongest when they center youth voice; prioritize fun, belonging, and safety; and equip coaches, parents, and communities to support positive development. Explore key insights from the NCCOR Youth Sports Workshop: lnkd.in/ecB-XCm6 #NCCOR #YouthSports
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🗞️ Our August newsletter is here! Get the latest from #NCCOR on childhood obesity research, news, publications and tools, events, funding opportunities, and more. Read now: lnkd.in/epEmdWtw #ChildhoodObesity #ResearchNews #NCCOR
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📢 NIH is now accepting applications for two ECHO funding opportunities. Applications are due October 15, 2026 (R36) and December 2, 2026 (F32). 🔗 R36: files.simpler.grants.gov/opp… 🔗 F32: grants.gov/search-results-de… #NIH #ECHO #ResearchFunding #ChildHealth
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NIH funding for UPF research has grown significantly since 2016, but key gaps remain in understanding food environments and the biological pathways linking UPFs to chronic disease. Read more in NCCOR’s July newsletter 🔗 shorturl.at/HJjSB #NCCOR #ChildhoodObesity
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ICYMI:🗞️ Our July newsletter is here! Get the latest from #NCCOR on childhood obesity research, news, publications and tools, events, funding opportunities, and more. Read now: lnkd.in/eqRK6nbE #ChildhoodObesity #ResearchNews #NCCOR
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📢 Funding Opp: @HRSA's Maternal Produce Prescription Program will support community-based produce prescription programs & nutrition education to improve maternal health outcomes 🔗 simpler.grants.gov/opportuni… #FundingOpportunity #MaternalHealth #FoodIsMedicine #HRSA
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New research found that generational status and family structure were not linked to obesity outcomes in children participating in a pediatric obesity program. Read more in NCCOR’s June newsletter 🔗lnkd.in/esphNpWg #NCCOR #ChildhoodObesity #PublicHealth #ObesityPrevention
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The NIH Office of Nutrition Research has launched the Integration of Nutrition Training into Health Care Education Challenge! Up to $2.1M in Phase 1 prizes will support innovative nutrition education for future physicians and nurses. 🔗 lnkd.in/eaJuE6_C #NIH #PublicHealth
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🗞️ Our June newsletter is here! Get the latest from #NCCOR on childhood obesity research, news, publications and tools, events, funding opportunities, and more. Read now: nccor.org/nccor_enewsletters… #ChildhoodObesity #ResearchNews #NCCOR
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NCCOR is presenting at #SPR2026 next week! Join us Thursday, May 28 at 6:55 p.m. ET as we highlight how the PARO Framework advances physical activity research and identifies key gaps & opportunities. If you’re attending, come say hi! 👋 #NCCOR #PhysicalActivity #PublicHealth
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A recent study found that parents supported a structured, summer obesity prevention intervention and shared practical recommendations for implementation and accessibility. Explore more in NCCOR’s May newsletter 🔗 nccor.org/nccor_enewsletters… #NCCOR #ChildhoodObesity
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Better Sleep Month reminds us how essential sleep is for kids’ health 😴 NCCOR’s Catalogue of Surveillance Systems includes sleep variables to help researchers track trends and understand links to obesity risk. 🔗 nccor.org/nccor-tools/catalo… #BetterSleepMonth #ChildHealth #NCCOR
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🗞️ Our May newsletter is here! Get the latest from #NCCOR on childhood obesity research, news, publications and tools, events, funding opportunities, and more. Read now: nccor.org/nccor_enewsletters… #ChildhoodObesity #ResearchNews #NCCOR
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New research shows CACFP meals and snacks are key sources of fruit, whole grains, and dairy for young children, and support healthier overall diets 🍎🥛 Read this article + more in NCCOR’s April newsletter 🔗 lnkd.in/esdsq25h #CACFP #ChildNutrition #ECE #NCCOR
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