UNC Research

More Than Books

April 12, 2023

Tushar Varma traveled across 35 states, visiting 85 independent bookstores to learn why they’re so vital to the communities they reside in.

RUNC: Adam Dameron

March 22, 2023

Adam Dameron uses artificial intelligence to prevent human trafficking.

For Her Brother

March 21, 2023

Upon watching her brother grow up and struggle with cystic fibrosis, Rhianna Lee has dedicated her life to studying the disease.

A Mother’s Wisdom

March 17, 2023

Childhood lessons about identity and self-worth inspire Ganga Bey to address how inequitable social environments affect our health — and how to change that.

Turning Trash into Treasure

February 21, 2023

Frank Leibfarth tests molecules to turn plastic waste into useful materials, diversifying options for recycling.

Math-Age Daydream

February 16, 2023

The mathematical puzzles that arise when modeling neurodegenerative diseases fascinate Tanya Garcia, who hopes to solve them to speed treatment development.

A Crystal Ball for Chemistry

February 10, 2023

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.