Let’s Get Clinical
May 20, 2024
Researchers across Carolina manage clinical trials to get novel treatments and interventions into the hands of those who need them most.
Alyssa LaFaro
- On any given day, Alyssa can be found photographing the effects of climate change, digging up long-lost information in the University Archives, or writing furiously in her Bynum Hall office. As the editor of Endeavors, she’s mastered the art of “wearing many hats.” When she’s not behind a camera or a computer, she’s meeting regularly with communicators, students, and faculty from across campus to learn about the latest research projects and unlock new opportunities for collaboration.
Posts by Alyssa LaFaro:
Drop by Drop
May 10, 2024
Abel Abraham shares his journey from being a first-year student during the pandemic to becoming an award-winning mathematics major.
Beyond the Stacks
April 9, 2024
Carolina’s libraries are vital for research, fueling projects across the university from art history to health science.
Virtual Rehabilitation
March 21, 2024
Fear of reinjury can greatly increase an athlete’s chances of getting hurt again – but VR techniques developed by Shelby Baez can get them back in the game.
Curated Cancer Care
February 26, 2024
Carolina researchers are using CAR-T cells to create better and personalized cancer treatments in one of the largest cell therapy facilities on the East Coast.
An Unexpected Colleague
February 23, 2024
Mohammad Jarrahi wants to create symbiosis between humans and AI to improve workplace processes.
Home Truths
February 22, 2024
Hsun-Ta Hsu combines machine learning with data and community feedback to determine better housing solutions for homeless populations across the United States.
Lessons in Field Work
January 19, 2024
Biology students gain hands-on experience working with a variety of organisms, from butterflies to fish, in the Outer Banks.
Poetic Portals
November 28, 2023
For Gabrielle Calvocoressi, poems are gateways to other worlds to explore emotions, identity, and the past.
Empathy for the Past
November 16, 2023
John Wood Sweet writes character-driven narratives filled with vivid descriptions and emotional moments to unpack early America’s complicated history.