Dr. Nick Oberlies’ lab searches for cancer-fighting compounds in fungi, delves into the chemistry of medicinal herbs, and explores how fungal chemistry could make electricity cheaper and safer.
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JSNN welcomes new faculty members Oscar Avalos-Ovando, Sampath Gamage, and Tianqi Song, who bring a wealth of research expertise with their arrival.
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With more than 20 years of experience in HIV/AIDS research and a strong commitment to public health, Kate Clouse, Ph.D., aims to expand the the School of Nursing’s research portfolio and address urgent health challenges to improve all communities.
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UNCG’s Smart-Tillman Distinguished Professor of Art History explores the cultural background of telephone wire weaving. For her doctoral research, Elizabeth Perrill, Ph.D., collaborated with South African artists to help preserve and elevate the art form on a global scale.
A new study led by Dr. Dora Gicheva found first-year female college students are experiencing slower academic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic compared to males.
Debra J. Barksdale, Ph.D., began her term as president of the American Academy of Nursing on Oct. 18. Under her leadership, UNCG’s School of Nursing has expanded research capacity, doubled enrollment, and sharpened its focus on health disparity in vulnerable populations.
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3D-scanning technology could transform the world of art and how it’s displayed. A UNCG faculty member is laying the groundwork for using this software responsibly to enrich the museum-going experience.
Nir Kshetri, Ph.D., professor in UNCG’s Bryan School of Business and Economics, specializes in how emerging technologies like AI, blockchain, Web3 and the metaverse transform global economies, organizations, and societies. Ksherti received a Fulbright award to conduct research in Nepal starting in January 2026. He plans to focus his research on the impact of AI on higher education in developing countries.
Building on University strengths, the Chancellor’s Initiative for Transformative Research champions projects that address pressing societal challenges, revolutionize creative scholarship, advance health and wellness, and foster emerging technologies.
The new Google-funded cybersecurity clinic is protecting small businesses and non-profits from emerging online threats while preparing UNCG students for high-demand careers. It is close to reaching its first-year goal after just one semester.
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