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Trial and Discovery

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

Sheryl Zimmerman has transformed Carolina into a national leader in nursing home and assisted living research.
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RUNC: Elizabeth Kwong

Elizabeth Kwong studies physician burnout and how to improve their well-being.
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Rooted: Sandra B. Greene

Sandra B. Greene has been contributing to research at Carolina for 45 years.
Willow Taylor Chiang Yang

Cap to Career

Willow Taylor Chiang Yang explores how socioeconomic status predicts career values and decisions among graduating seniors.
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Learning by Design

Kyle McQuillan wields the power of design to transform how students learn, educators teach, and innovators bring ideas to life.
Maanav Karamchandani

Tapped Into Business

Drawing from his experience running a clean water nonprofit, Maanav Karamchandani explores how investment management firms are using AI.
Pat Miguez

RUNC: Patricia Miguez

Patricia Miguez uncovers new methods to stop tooth and bone loss in the mouth.
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Shaping Future Leaders

Undergraduate researchers from Carolina’s 2025 graduating class share how research defined their college experience and prepared them for the real world.
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Rooted: Nabarun Dasgupta

Nabarun Dasgupta has been contributing to research at Carolina for 20 years.
Rahima Benhabbour

A Ring of Hope

Rahima Benhabbour is engineering health care solutions for women impacted by HIV.
Sam Moore

Empowering Female Athletes

Sam Moore combines groundbreaking research with her personal experiences to enhance the performance and health of female athletes.