UNC archeologist uncovers a mosaic that makes ancient Jewish life more unclear
Magness’ discovery supported the hypothesis that Jewish communities were able to thrive under the Christian Rule.
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What does God look like? You tell us.
UNC researchers recently published a study on what people think God's personality and appearance are. We talked with them about their findings, and then took to the streets to find out what the people of Chapel Hill think.
Universities are attempting to adapt to increasing Wi-Fi demands by students
Ohio State University is rolling out an almost $19 million plan to expand wireless access to the university's football stadium, while UNC is increasing its number of wireless access points.
Despite lack of engagement, STEM classes are usually taught using lectures
Studies have shown that students respond better to interactive teaching styles, but STEM classes are primarily taught through lectures. Some professors are developing strategies for more active learning, moving towards evidence based teaching strategies.
Pew study finds women, college graduates move toward Democratic Party
A new Pew study said a majority of all voters with at least a four-year college degree now identify as Democrats or lean Democratic, the highest share since 1992.
Study finds race and gender bias in online classes
A study found gender and race bias in responses to students from online course instructors.
UNC student contributes to safer pregnancies with biomedical technology startup
76,000 woman and 500,000 babies die every year of the pregnancy complication, preeclampsia. UNC PhD student Denali Dahl is one member of a team of biomedical engineers and doctors working together to change these statistics with their startup, MoyoMedical Technologies.
Making going green easier: Raleigh startup Compost Now makes sustainability at home simple
Going green is no new trend, but one Raleigh business owner is bringing the sustainability of composting to local places that need it most: restaurants, businesses and you.
Duke study finds women less likely to enter radiology careers
Even with more women in STEM, one department is missing out. Sarah Cater, a resident in Duke University's radiology program, authored a study on the global gender disparity within the radiology field. Her findings showed women make up just 27.2 percent in the United States as seen by membership in the Radiological Society of North America. Duke's radiology department is making strides to improve this gender disparity.
Study finds possible solution to long term effects of binge-drinking
An Alzheimer's drug could be a possible solution to learning and memory loss caused by long-term drinking
KindHeart’s heart simulators allows surgeons to practice without consequences
A startup founded in 2011, KindHeart provides technology that allows pig hearts to behave the same as human hearts during open-heart surgery, meaning doctor's can perfect their technique before performing it.
National Science Foundation cracks down on sexual harassment
UNC and other scientific organizations join the national conversation of sexual harassment and gender discrimination prevention in the workplace.
Confusion buttons and other tech promotes classroom participation
How many times have you wished for a confusion button during a particularly difficult lecture? One professor found a way to boost classroom participation by providing just that.
UNC Health Care and Apple pair up for new health app
Apple and UNC Health Care have paired up to provide health records to patients.
STEM has a reputation for gender bias, but study shows other majors deter female students
A new study from the American Educational Research Fund shows that perceived gender bias in majors, not whether they are STEM or non-STEM is the primary factor for women in major selection.
NCCU officially joins Triangle Universities Nuclear Laboratory as first HBCU
Minority students, older students and former military students from NCCU that have contributed for years will now see increased opportunities as official members of TUNL.
Duke aims to bring minorities into STEM graduate programs
A new program at Duke aims to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in STEM grad programs.
Duke study shows masculinity may be toxic to women and men
A new Duke study shows toxic masculinity may have health consequences for men and women.
Amazon includes Raleigh as finalist to host new HQ
Tech-giant Amazon announced Thursday a list of 20 metropolitan areas – including Raleigh – that had been narrowed down from 238 proposals to host HQ2, the company's second headquarters in North America.
UNC, Duke researchers find obesity could be genetic
Research by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University has found obesity may have a genetic component.
