Record #:

25557

Author(s):

Hardy, Susan

Abstract:

UNC mathematics professor Peter Mucha studies networks in attempt to quantify relationships between nodes. Mucha has used network analysis to study connections in Congress, currency exchange rates, and the Bowl Championship Series.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 27 Issue 1, Fall 2010, p33-35, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26148

Author(s):

Dalrymple, Mary

Abstract:

Chapel Hill and Carrboro can use nine million gallons of water a day. Pumping that much water is a big and expensive job. Using dynamic programming, graduate student Amy Buege figured out an efficient water pumping schedule that maintains water quality standards.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 14 Issue 1, Fall 1997, p24-25, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water-supply; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25817

Author(s):

Derewicz, Mark

Abstract:

Biochemist Jack Griffith and his graduate student Smaranda Wilcox found ancient salt deposits underneath the desert of Roswell, New Mexico. The salt deposits contain the oldest cellulose macromolecules ever found. Griffith suggests that life on other planets would likely be carbon-based.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 24 Issue 3, Spring 2008, p22-25, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25829

Author(s):

Nathe, Margarite

Abstract:

Cynthia Bulik and her colleagues are trying to find which genes affect one’s likelihood of developing anorexia. According to their research, both genes and environmental factors can lead people to develop anorexia.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 23 Issue 1, Fall 2006, p17-20, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research; Eating disorders

Record #:

25893

Author(s):

Derewicz, Mark

Abstract:

Tim Marr, assistant professor of American studies, recently came across century-old accounts of American encounters with the Moros, a diverse group of indigenous Muslims in the southern Philippine Islands. According to Marr, the Moro history can teach us a lot about current events in Iraq and advise American foreign-policy.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 22 Issue 2, Winter 2006, p6-9, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Foreign policy; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26164

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Schizophrenia is a complex disorder that remains largely unexplained and difficult to treat. UNC psychiatrists are leading a study to evaluate subjects for severity of psychotic symptoms and side effects from a new generation of medicines.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 14 Issue 3, Spring 1998, p23-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Psychiatry--Research; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26192

Author(s):

Stock, Christina S.

Abstract:

A UNC research team led by Nobuyo Maeda, associate professor of pathology, genetically altered mice to reach cholesterol levels five times greater than normal. Their new technique creates opportunities to mimic human disease and study modifications in drug and diet in a controlled environment.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 10 Issue 3, July 1993, p15, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pathologists; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

34556

Author(s):

Burgess, Carla B.

Abstract:

New undertakings at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences puts the spotlight on paleontology. The museum’s collection has grown, including fossils from species native to the region as well as those from around the world. Working with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill as opened up the possibility of further collaboration in order to ensure research that highlights native prehistoric species.

Source:

North Carolina Naturalist (NoCar QH 76.5 N8 N68), Vol. 6 Issue 2, Fall/Winter 1998, p2-7, il, por, map

Subject(s):

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences (Raleigh); North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences--Exhibitions; Paleontology; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26188

Author(s):

Horn, Dottie

Abstract:

Electric rays shock their prey using electric organs which contain proteins similar to those in human muscle. By studying electric ray proteins, physiologist Robert Sealock may learn why the human disease muscular dystrophy causes muscle cells to die.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 10 Issue 1, Fall 1992, p14-15, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26222

Author(s):

McMorrow, Kathleen

Abstract:

Biology doctoral candidate Jonathan Parkinson is researching patchy ephemeral resources, transient habitats such as mushrooms that sprout after it rains. He believes his work in patch dynamics has practical applications in conservation and agriculture.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 7 Issue 3, Spring 1990, p11-12, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Biology; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26176

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Carolina researchers are studying how good health, exercise, and strong social connections help people to age well. Their advice is to plan for old age and think of aging as a lifelong process.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 13 Issue 2, Jan 1997, p10-13, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research; Aged--Health and hygiene

Record #:

25879

Author(s):

Hoffman, Colie

Abstract:

Seismologist Jose Rial is studying global warming and glacial quakes in Greenland. When the glaciers shift, they crack and produce hundreds of micro-earthquakes. According to Rial, the increasing number and intensity of glacial quakes corresponds to rapid glacial melting.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 23 Issue 3, Spring 2007, p30-31, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Global warming; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26196

Author(s):

Horn, Dottie

Abstract:

Sam Bagenstos, an undergraduate in political science, completed his senior honors thesis examining arguments for and against District of Columbia statehood. After analyzing the arguments, he believes the demographic composition is an underlying reason for the adamancy displayed by many statehood opponents.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 8 Issue 1, Fall 1990, p4-6, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Political science; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26105

Author(s):

Aitoro, Jill R.

Abstract:

Treatment for extreme anxiety disorders can be difficult when a patient’s relatives are emotionally overinvolved. Dianne Chambless, professor of psychology, is studying how the patients’ household relationships influence whether the patients complete treatment. She hopes to develop an intervention that keeps family better informed and directly involved.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 17 Issue 3, Spring 2001, p26-27, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Psychology; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25869

Author(s):

Nathe, Margarite

Abstract:

Archaelogist Monika Truemper has been studying Greek toilets and bath houses to learn about bathing culture. According to Truemper, architectural remains reveal much information about the purposes of bath houses and challenges of keeping them running.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 23 Issue 2, Winter 2007, p36-37, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Archaeology; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research