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Dr. Nicholas Oberlies funded by New Chapter, Inc.
October 15, 2013
Repost from Campus Weekly Dr. Nicholas Oberlies (Chemistry and Biochemistry) received new funding from New Chapter, Inc. for the project “Dereplication of fungal samples compared to edible mushrooms.” The samples will be compared to the profile of edible mushrooms.
Payne funded by Guilford Child Development
October 15, 2013
Repost from Campus Weekly Dr. Chris Payne (Center for Youth, Family, and Community Partnerships) received new funding from Guilford Child Development for the project “Parent and Family Engagement Training and Technical Assistance for Early Education Providers.” The abstract for this NC Race to the Top – Early Learning Challenge Grant … Continued
Shutdown guide for UNCG researchers
October 11, 2013
UNCG Research has launched a list of resources for researchers during the government shutdown. The site includes guidance from our Office of Sponsored Programs, agency specific guidelines, and guidance from the state of North Carolina. Click here to learn more.
New life takes root: Elizabeth Lacey and her students recreate the past in Peabody Park
October 10, 2013
Reposted from UNCG Now Article by Betsi Robinson When Alex Congelosi landed in Dr. Elizabeth Lacey’s conservation biology class, the first-year graduate student realized she was in for something different. And something that would endure long after she earned her master’s degree and moved on. Lacey isn’t your garden-variety teacher. … Continued
Wasserberg combats parasitic disease Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
October 9, 2013
Article by Ananya Huria and Sangeetha Shivaji Human leishmaniasis is one of the most common vector-borne diseases in the world, ranking alongside illnesses such as malaria and dengue fever. Caused by Leishmania protozoa and transmitted by phlebotomine sand flies, the various forms of leishmaniasis are typically found in arid, semi-arid, … Continued
RSVP Communications founder shares secrets to success at NCEC event
October 7, 2013
Judy Miller, owner and founder RSVP Communications, will share the story of how she built a thriving Greensboro-based business at the next Entrepreneurial Journeys program at UNCG on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The 5:30 p.m. event, which is free and open to the public, will be held in Room 1215 of … Continued
New service helps community connect with UNCG
October 1, 2013
Repost from UNCG Now Article by Mike Harris As part of UNCG’s continued commitment to community engagement and mutually beneficial partnerships, the Institute for Community and Economic Engagement (ICEE) is launching the UNCG Referral Desk. It’s a new service aimed at helping individuals and organizations within or outside of UNCG connect to the university. … Continued