A Recipe for Black Joy
Bailey Benson’s unconventional cookbook guides readers through much more than recipes.
Invention
Invention: Redefining Enterprise and Technology
More Than Books
Tushar Varma traveled across 35 states, visiting 85 independent bookstores to learn why they’re so vital to the communities they reside in.
Turning Trash into Treasure
Frank Leibfarth tests molecules to turn plastic waste into useful materials, diversifying options for recycling.
A Crystal Ball for Chemistry
Jack Sundberg has created a software to help chemists uncover the best materials for their experiments — a potential game-changer for minimizing time and costs.
RUNC: Nathan Kelete
Nathan Kelete wants to use computer science to improve lives.
The Community Scientist
In his 40 years at UNC-Chapel Hill, the late Ken Jacobson transformed the world of microscopy — and helped countless students and peers along the way.
RUNC: Christian Chung
Christian Chung researches how to remove “forever chemicals” from drinking water.
RUNC: Orlando Coronell
Orlando Coronell wants to make clean water and clean energy accessible for everyone.
The Coastal Engineer
Since 1987, Rick Luettich has been building systems to protect the coast from environmental hazards and extreme weather events.
RUNC: Snigdha Chaturvedi
Snigdha Chaturvedi studies language that connects society and computers.