Society
Society: Understanding Human Nature and Behavior
Seeing the Signs
June 27, 2023
In response to N.C. ranking ninth in the nation for most human trafficking cases, social work researchers have teamed up with state agencies to prevent trafficking among young people via Project No Rest.
Where Are the Workers?
June 26, 2023
Jobs are back, but workers aren’t — and despite increasing wages, young people remain slow to engage. Carolina researchers uncover why.
Science for the Future
June 20, 2023
With data spilling from all areas of life, students need tools and training to understand it. The UNC School of Data Science and Society is here to help.
Volleying Research and Life
May 24, 2023
From pickleball to LEGO, Carolina researchers engage in a variety of hobbies to escape stressors that come with a career in academia.
Healing with Art
May 22, 2023
Denise “Dee” Yookong Williams uses art to help LGBTQ youth and youth of color process their experiences around suicide.
Teachers for Mental Health
May 18, 2023
By combining best practices in education and mental health care, Christina Cruz works to enhance interventions for elementary-aged patients before concerns become crises.
Active-Duty Journalism
May 16, 2023
Daniel Johnson uses his research on mental health in the military to effect policy change at the national level.
Extracting Extraordinary Things
April 24, 2023
Claire Bunschoten spent a year at The New York Botanical Garden unpacking the history and culture tied to one of America’s favorite flavors: vanilla.
Getting the Lead Out
April 13, 2023
Jordan April is establishing a national database that will empower residents facing health concerns about lead exposure in their homes.