Annika Cleven uses biostatistics to inform personalized treatments for back pain.

Mark Little has spent the last 14 years helping economically distressed communities across North Carolina grow.

Pianist Clara Yang creates musical experiences that explore humanity’s relationship with artificial intelligence.

Snigdha Chaturvedi is developing AI systems with empathy and social awareness to understand the nuances of human language.

Francesca Tripodi is putting people at the heart of AI — challenging bias, teaching ethics, and shaping a more responsible future for technology.

Alex Tropsha is part of a multi-million dollar, federally funded project using machine learning to identify new uses for existing drugs.

Carolina researchers leverage artificial intelligence across various fields to enhance their studies, build on existing knowledge, and drive discoveries for a brighter future.

Tianlong Chen creates AI tools to improve biological science and health care.

George “Rick” Stouffer has been contributing to research at Carolina for 25 years.

Jason Franz is helping older adults stay on their feet as they age by creating solutions to prevent falls and maintain independence.

Joshua Niznik is blending data and empathy to shift the culture of prescribing medications in older adults — starting with when to stop.

Carolina researchers are pushing the boundaries of medicine through clinical trials — driving innovation, uncovering new therapies, and shaping a future where science transforms lives.