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Engineered “spaghetti-ball” proteins provide biomedical insights

January 31, 2017 / Natural Sciences & Mathematics, News

Biomedical engineers at Duke University, UNC-Chapel Hill and the University of New Mexico have engineered the first examples of biomimetic structures composed of a mysterious class of proteins that lack any sort of internal structure. The advance may help scientists investigate functioning cells and provide a new route to targeted drug delivery and regenerative medicine.

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The Old-Well – In 3-D

January 30, 2017 / News, Social Sciences

Whether it’s the backdrop for a cap and gown photo after Commencement or the must-see stop for visitors, the Old Well is one of the most photographed spots on campus.

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Jewish Food in the Global South

January 27, 2017 / Fine Arts & Humanities, News

This two-day symposium will explore Jewish food in and of the global South, a concept that references the historic diversity of the American South and its vibrant cultural intersections with the nation and the world over time. Appealing to both public and academic audiences, this symposium will feature dynamic presentations by Jewish foodways and cultural

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Researchers discover shadow detector in plants

January 24, 2017 / Natural Sciences & Mathematics, News

Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have discovered, for the first time, that plants can detect shadows and have identified how they do it, revealing a never-before-understood mechanism for how plants maximize the efficiency of capturing light and by extension, agricultural yield.

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One Foot in Front of the Other

January 20, 2017 / News, Social Sciences

UNC historian Chad Bryant, along with King’s College professors Arthur Burns and Paul Readman, discuss the topic of walking in a new book of essays titled, “Walking Histories: 1800-1914.” Each essay focuses on the historical significance of walking in Great Britain as well as Eastern Europe, Russia, South Asia, and Australia

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PlayMakers Repertory Company presents “Intimate Apparel”

January 13, 2017 / Fine Arts & Humanities, News

PlayMakers Repertory Company presents Lynn Nottage’s “Intimate Apparel,” as part of its main-stage season. Winner of the New York Drama Critics’ Circle and the Outer Critics Circle awards, this quietly beautiful story explores the struggle of ﬁnding intimacy and purpose while chasing your dreams.The show runs Jan. 25-Feb. 12.

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Economics/geography alumnus named to Forbes ’30 Under 30′ List

January 12, 2017 / News, Social Sciences, Undergraduate Education

Carolina CUBE founder James Ellsmoor (economics/geography ’16) of Solar Head of State has been named to Forbes “30 Under 30” list. The list honors and recognizes young leaders across the world. Past innovators include Mark Zuckerberg and Kate McKinnon.

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College funds new team-taught, interdisciplinary courses

January 11, 2017 / Fine Arts & Humanities, Natural Sciences & Mathematics, News, Social Sciences, Undergraduate Education

Six new interdisciplinary, team-taught courses will be offered across the College of Arts and Sciences beginning in fall 2017 in disciplines ranging from physics and astronomy to public policy to art.

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Maynard Adams Fellows focus on humanities for the public good

January 9, 2017 / Fine Arts & Humanities, News

A new fellowship funded by the Taylor Charitable Trust is supporting graduate students with interests in how humanities scholarship can be tied to a public outreach focus.

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