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Can microbubble ‘jackhammers’ create a breakthrough for personalized medicine?
UNC-affiliated startup Triangle Biotechnology’s nanoparticle technology amplifies the power of sound to give scientists rapid, higher-quality sample analysis capabilities—and clinicians hope for pinpointing the right treatments for patients faster and earlier.
Renewed Investment in Old Fort
Funding from the state legislature has boosted an economic development project in western North Carolina centered on outdoor recreation. UNC faculty and students have been providing expertise to the collaborative partnership.
Reading groups and equine therapy help veterans THRIVE
Since 2014, English teaching professor Hilary Lithgow has led a book group veterans; she has been working with Carolina’s THRIVE program since the spring.
Ten faculty selected as Thorp Faculty Engaged Scholars
The Carolina Center for Public Service program awards scholars up to $10,000 for research projects that help communities.
Governor’s Award honors chemist’s global service
Carolina’s Ralph House received the highest award for a state employee for his work with Chemists Without Borders.
Navy veteran trades sea for classroom
A former nuclear electrician, Kaela Hunter has set her sights on a career in biomedical engineering.
Why handwritten letters mean so much
A student’s lifelong appreciation for writing and receiving letters exemplifies faculty expert Sara Algoe’s research on emotions.
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