July 8, 2019
NC, SC Join Forces to Combat HIV Epidemic
The “Carolinas United to End HIV (CUE-HIV)” partnership aims to decrease the number of HIV infections by 90 percent in ten years.
Monthly Archives: July 2019
July 4, 2019
Scientists Invent Fast Method for ‘Directed Evolution’ of Molecules
The technique, dubbed VEGAS and created in the lab of Bryan L. Roth, works in mammalian cells and can yield useful new molecules within days, providing scientists with a powerful new research tool and a potential route to better therapeutics for various diseases.
July 3, 2019
‘Hope grows here’
The Farm at Penny Lane’s innovative programs help mental health clients become more self-sufficient.
July 3, 2019
Congratulations to the newly elected at-large members of the Medical Staff Executive Committee
The MSEC consists of the officers of the Medical Staff, the Department Chairs, the Chief Nursing Officer, the Deans of the Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, the President of the House Staff Council, the President of UNC Faculty Physicians, and the President of UNC Hospitals. The MSEC acts on behalf of the Medical Staff on issues related to all aspects of medical practice. It receives reports on hospital operations, GME, and Nursing.
July 3, 2019
Studying Premature Babies to Understand Environmental Impacts on Children’s Health
UNC School of Medicine researchers are 15 years into a long-term study to learn how to optimize the health of children born at less than 28 weeks gestation, including identifying factors that help them succeed in school and develop social and communication skills.
July 2, 2019
Autism May Arise from Genetic Defect During ‘Scaffolding’ of Developing Brain
Led by Eva Anton, PhD, scientists have uncovered details of a key cellular mechanism crucial for brain development. This process of brain development is spawned by a gene that, when mutated, had previously been linked to the development of autism.
July 2, 2019
Foundation of Hope awards nearly half a million dollars for SOM research
Seven UNC School of Medicine researchers were awarded grants to combat a range of conditions, including bulimia, addiction, post-traumatic stress, and mood disorders.
July 1, 2019
July 4 Transportation and Parking Impacts
Chapel Hill Transit will not operate services on Thursday, July 4, 2019, due to the Independence Day holiday. Normal services will resume on Friday, July 5, 2019. The University will also be closed on Thursday, July 4. As a result, all Park & Ride permit holders and GoPass users will be allowed to park in the S11 parking lots during this time period. On-campus parking permit holders are encouraged to continue to park in their assigned zones. UNC Hospitals shuttles will operate on a normal schedule.