Research

Unmasking Ugliness

November 14, 2024

Al Duncan has spent the last 15 years exploring why humans are drawn to the unpleasant and uncomfortable aspects of life.

The Power of Narrative

November 12, 2024

From Black Twitter to influential women, Carolina faculty discuss recent book projects and the research that went into them.

Fitness for All

October 28, 2024

After working with the autism community for over 30 years, Kara Hume is building a fitness program for people of varying abilities.

Robot Reboot

October 9, 2024

Lilly Nekervis is modifying a robot dog to be a guide for people who are visually impaired.

RUNC: Alex Worsnip

October 8, 2024

Alex Worsnip researches what it is to be rational — and why, sometimes, we aren’t.

RUNC: Jian Chen

September 25, 2024

Jian Chen wants more mental health services for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

The Future of Folk

September 24, 2024

Patricia Sawin has devoted her career to researching people’s everyday stories, from oral histories to memes.

Small Materials, Big Innovations

September 23, 2024

In collaboration with scientists and clinicians, Wubin Bai uses his expertise in materials science to develop next-generation medical devices.

Back to Basics

September 17, 2024

From sustainable chemistry to quantum computing, Carolina undergraduates share their foundational research projects.