Rewiring Recovery
July 22, 2025
Samuel McLean is transforming trauma care for the military community and civilian survivors, proving that early interventions can prevent lifelong suffering.
Mental Health
RUNC: Jian Chen
September 25, 2024
Jian Chen wants more mental health services for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.
Everywhere Chemical Exposure
March 25, 2024
Stephanie Engel uses scans of children’s brains to study the developmental effects of chemicals widely used in plastic products called phthalates.
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.
The Sciences of Schizophrenia
March 19, 2024
Rose Mary Xavier uses her multidisciplinary background to improve research access and clinical care for patients with severe schizophrenia.
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.