Highly dynamic synthetic superstructures self-assemble, change stiffness of soft materials, then revert, while providing new clues on brain, spinal cord injuries and neurological disease. Associate Professor of Applied Physical Sciences Ronit Freeman helped to develop the work when she was a postdoctoral fellow at Northwestern University.
New bio-inspired dynamic materials transform themselves Read More »
In a three-week journey from Chapel Hill to the Himalayas to study the effects of climate change on Buddhist holy lakes, two mathematicians, a marine scientist and a religious studies scholar overcame multiple challenges and proved the value of an interdisciplinary team.
Science, spirituality and synergy in Nepal Read More »
The Southern Oral History Program launches a major research initiative — to collect oral histories in rural North Carolina communities that inform health care research, practice and policy.
Saving lives through stories Read More »
Biologist Amy Gladfelter has received a “10 big ideas for future investments” award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support interdisciplinary research in “Understanding the Rules of Life.” The awards, totaling $15 million and given to 29 projects, demonstrate NSF’s commitment to address some of the greatest challenges in understanding the living world, in
Gladfelter wins “big ideas” grant from National Science Foundation Read More »
A UNC-Chapel Hill interdisciplinary research team of chemists and biologists has unlocked an important clue in understanding how plant pathogens cause diseases that can create significant crop damage worldwide.
As the world changes and diversifies, so do family dynamics. But research on the topic is slow to move away from the ideas established 50 years ago. To bring it into the 21st century, a team of researchers from the UNC Center for Developmental Science have written nine papers that shine a light on the
Research suggests that higher-latitude reefs may have more time to adapt to rising ocean temperatures than their tropical counterparts.
New study shows Florida Keys’ corals are growing but have become more porous Read More »
Researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill, and colleagues from across the country, explore how parenting is shaped by diversity in journal special edition.
How Can Parents Help Children Navigate an Increasingly Diverse World? Read More »
Nine Carolina faculty members, including those in the College of Arts & Sciences, were recognized as Thorp Faculty Engaged Scholars for their community engagement through scholarly endeavors.
UNC faculty recognized for engaged scholarship, work connecting with community Read More »
Lisa Bauer wants to use computer science as a tool to help improve quality of life for people with disabilities and for the elderly.
