UNCRS Category: Innovation

From Student to Scientist

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Shelby Baez gives students opportunities to turn research into real-world impact for athletes recovering from injury.

Mapping Teen Minds

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Casey Calhoun transforms lab-based research into tech-driven tools for teen mental health.

Coding Compassionate AI

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Snigdha Chaturvedi is developing AI systems with empathy and social awareness to understand the nuances of human language.

AI Insights

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Carolina researchers leverage artificial intelligence across various fields to enhance their studies, build on existing knowledge, and drive discoveries for a brighter future.

Science in Every Step

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Jason Franz is helping older adults stay on their feet as they age by creating solutions to prevent falls and maintain independence.

Tapped Into Business

Maanav Karamchandani

Drawing from his experience running a clean water nonprofit, Maanav Karamchandani explores how investment management firms are using AI.

Symbiotic Strides

Josh Tacca, Greg Phillips, and Helen Huang

Helen Huang and her lab are building better prosthetics by enhancing them with robotics and AI.

Small Materials, Big Innovations

Wubin Bai

In collaboration with scientists and clinicians, Wubin Bai uses his expertise in materials science to develop next-generation medical devices.