Approximately 1 in 4 active-duty male U.S. Army personnel may have a morning testosterone measurement below a commonly used clinical threshold, according to new research from Pennington Biomedical Research Center published this week in JAMA. The findings provide estimates of low testosterone screening results across the active-duty Army population and offer insight into the potential implications of routine testosterone screening for military personnel. To view the full article, visit hubs.ly/Q04Bh-_h0

Can AI and wearable tech help teens build healthier habits? 📱 A new Pennington Biomedical pilot study explored technology-assisted summer obesity prevention. Read more: pbrc.edu/news/media/2026/fro… @LSU @LSUCHSE @ololhealth @ololchildrens

Louisianans need more sleep. Dr. Prachi Singh, director of the Sleep and Cardiometabolic Health Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, digs into sleep health and Louisiana’s ranking. To view the full article, visit hubs.ly/Q04zTYpQ0

Dr. Owen Carmichael explains to @fox32news in Chicago, what research shows about ultraprocessed foods, processed meat and their possible connection to cognitive decline and dementia. fox32chicago.com/video/fmc-d…

Infant metabolism: How Pennington Biomedical scientists are rethinking the first year of life. To view the full article, visit 225batonrouge.com/sponsored/…

Dr. Sujoy Ghosh presented at this week's Work in Progress seminar, sharing updates on ongoing research in his lab. His presentation highlighted projects in bioinformatics and epitranscriptomics, as well as updates on the Bioinformatics Core and its role in supporting research across Pennington Biomedical. The session gave colleagues an opportunity to learn more about the lab’s current work and the bioinformatics resources available at the Center.

Researchers at Pennington Biomedical Research Center have identified a key brain mechanism that connects environmental temperature with appetite and energy balance, offering new insight into how external conditions can shape body weight over time. To view the full article, visit pbrc.edu/news/media/2026/com…

"The main takeaway for consumers is that it is very easy to get food items into the food supply without really understanding what kinds of effects they have on health, including the health of the brain," lead author Owen Carmichael, Ph.D., of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, told @FoxNews @foxnewshealth #UPF #PBRCresearch #LSU #LSUresearch foxnews.com/food-drink/amoun…

Thank you to Dr. Kerri Boutelle, Professor of Pediatrics in the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity and Psychiatry at @UCSanDiego, for joining us today as part of the William Hansel Visiting Scientist Seminar Series at Pennington Biomedical. Dr. Boutelle presented “Targeting Appetitive and Cognitive Mechanisms to Reduce Binge Eating, Overeating and Weight,” sharing insights into the behavioral and cognitive mechanisms that influence eating behaviors and weight.

We were pleased to welcome Dr. Lucio Miele to Pennington Biomedical to share an update on the pursuit of National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation for Louisiana and the Gulf South. Dr. Miele also shared ideas on how LSU campuses, including Pennington Biomedical, can contribute to advancing cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. #PenningtonBiomedical #LSU #CancerResearch #NCI #Louisiana @LSUHealthNO @LSU @LSUpresident @LSUchancellor @LCMCHealth

In recognition of Postdoc Appreciation Week, Pennington Biomedical celebrated the talented postdoctoral researchers who contribute to our research community every day. Throughout the week, our postdocs had opportunities to connect, celebrate and be recognized for the important role they play in advancing scientific discovery. Thank you to all of our postdocs for your hard work, dedication and contributions to our mission!

If you are not currently prescribed a GLP-1 medication, your participation in the Almond GLP-1 study could make a difference. We are looking for men and women, ages 18-70, willing to start a GLP-1 medication to participate in a research study evaluating almond intake, Vitamin E levels, and dietary habits. You can earn up to $640. The study will not provide the medication, so it must come from your health insurance or self-pay options. Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04y9Cn10

Parents, you’re not alone. Childhood obesity is complex — but research gives us answers. PBRC is here to support families with real science and real solutions: hubs.ly/Q04tNdgT0 #childhoodobesityawarenessmonth

Tonight at 7 pm CDT: “From Weight Management Trials to Population Guidance: Strengths and Limitations of the 2025-30 DFA Protein Recommendations” with Pennington Biomeidcal's Dr. Stefan Pasiakos koushare.com/live/details/56…