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Jul 8, 2026

Geologist Maggie Ellis Curry Wins Prestigious NSF Award

Curry’s award for early-career faculty will support tectonics and critical minerals research as well as outreach efforts.

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Jul 6, 2026

William A. Withers Endowment: Shaping Chemistry’s Next Generation

Alumna Mary W. Richardson’s planned gift honored her father William A. Withers’ work in the Department of Chemistry. Years later, their legacy is still shaping the next generation of scientists.

Jun 26, 2026

This Tiny Organism Contracts 200 Times Faster Than We Can Blink. Here’s How.

A tiny, single-celled organism’s superfast contraction could lead to faster artificial muscles.

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Jun 18, 2026

Researchers Find Rare Mutation Doesn’t Always Result in Blood Cancer

A genetic mutation associated with a rare group of blood cancers does not always result in development of the disease.

Jun 3, 2026

Tiny Microbe, Huge Potential – Why Scientists are Studying a Microbe They Found in a Sink

Scientists commonly use bacteria as tiny factories that can produce molecules for uses ranging from drug development to pollution remediation.

Jenna Holt holds up a rock in the geology lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Jun 1, 2026

Discover Our Majors: Geology

There’s a whole world out there, and a geology degree can help you explore it. Follow Jenna Holt’s geology journey — and start your own.

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May 27, 2026

Study Finds Awe-Inspiring Nature Helps People Connect to Science

When people engage in science activities that involve awe-inspiring natural phenomena they more closely identify with science and feel a greater sense of belonging.

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May 11, 2026

Four Faculty Members Win the 2026 Outstanding Research Award

Four faculty members were awarded the university’s top honor for research and mentorship this year — recognition for the significant and consequential contributions they have made to their respective fields.…

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May 7, 2026

Volcano Scientist and Renowned Nonprofit Team up to Teach Lava Flows

Assistant Professor Arianna Soldati collaborated with renowned nonprofit TED to develop learning materials on the science and history of lava flows.

May 6, 2026

2026 Mathews Medal Recipients

The Mathews Medal honors graduating seniors who have served as student leaders and made significant contributions to the advancement of the university.