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Research and Innovation

Topple a paradigm. Uncover the Unknown. Tar Heels ask questions, develop answers, create solutions and discover cures.

Improving communities through good government
The UNC School of Government is improving the lives of North Carolinians by working directly with public officials to improve government.
Bubble breakthroughs
Virginie Papadopoulou specializes in using ultrasound technology to study the body in extreme environments, ranging from the physiology of scuba divers to the blood flow in cancerous tumors. Her weapon of choice? Tiny bubbles.
Exercise program helps patients manage cancer symptoms
Carolina professor Claudio Battaglini traded in a career coaching world-class athletes to train cancer patients and survivors, helping them live longer and healthier lives.
Well Said: Understanding the political divide
On this week's podcast, Carolina professors Jonathan Weiler and Marc Hetherington discuss their new book on the political divide.
New master’s program addressing need for innovation in education
The Master of Arts in Educational Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship program helps students develop and bring innovations to the education marketplace.
The business of health
A Carolina powerhouse of talent is collaborating to address major issues facing the business of health.
Taking the classroom to the mountains
Eight Carolina students spent the fall semester conducting field research at one of the most biodiverse areas in North Carolina.
Fighting a silent enemy
Carolina alumnus Nick Black is combining his military experience with entrepreneurial skills honed at UNC-Chapel Hill to help prevent soldier suicide.