November, 2024
Dr. Hamed Faridi, MSI Executive Director, gave a lecture at Johns Hopkins University on the state of the Institute.
Learn MoreCongratulations to Dr. Zhaoping Li and her team for ASN’S recognition of their MSI-funded project!
Learn MoreDr. Guy Johnson, Senior Advisor to MSI, provided oral testimony to the US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services regarding the importance of FLAVOR
Learn MoreUSDA Secretary Thomas Vilsack made a pre-recorded presentation during the 2024 MSI Annual Dinner
Learn MoreMSI is honored to be recognized as a gold champion partner in USDA’s MyPlate National Strategic Partner Program.
Learn MoreMSI is guided by a scientific advisory council of internationally-renowned scientists and health professionals.
Learn MoreThe McCormick Science Institute is a research-driven organization whose mission is to support scientific research and disseminate information on the health benefits of culinary herbs and spices.
Learn moreSearch MSI sponsored research from leading universities and research institutions.
Search the scientific literature on spices, herbs and health.
Congratulations to Dr. Hang Xiao for being this year's recipient of the McCormick Science Institute ASN Award. This award is presented to an investigator conducting clinical, translational, in vitro and/or ex vivo research, whose scientific contributions have advanced the understanding of the potential health benefits of culinary herbs and spices. For example, Dr. Xiao’s work has demonstrated black pepper’s impact on the bioavailability of carotenoids including lutein, α-carotene, β-carotene, and lycopene.
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