Record #:

25905

Author(s):

McColm, Jan

Abstract:

The Virtual Lung Project consists of researchers from medicine, physics, chemistry, and computer science. They are trying to understand how components work as a whole in order to develop a fully interactive, predictive computer simulation of the human lung.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 1, Fall 2004, p9-11, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25906

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Al Banes, professor of orthopedics and biomedical engineering, leads a research team aiming to develop bioartificial tendons. Their study suggests a possible new clinical use for anabolic steroids to help increase healing and regeneration after surgeries such as rotator cuff repairs.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 1, Fall 2004, p12-13, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25908

Author(s):

Coppedge, Michelle

Abstract:

Researchers at UNC’s Child Development Institute are making preliminary plans for First School, a school that begins at age three. The school’s program is based on early childhood research. Activities focus on children’s social, emotional, and physical development, as well as their academic skills.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 1, Fall 2004, p28-30, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25909

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Biochemist Jack Griffith developed techniques that let scientists see the finer details of DNA, and created the first electron microscope images of chromosomes. His lab recently used electron microscopy to map the DNA involved in Fragile X syndrome, a developmental disorder.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 1, Fall 2004, p31-32, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25913

Author(s):

Thomasson, Lynn

Abstract:

UNC scientists are making it possible to visualize signaling within a cell, in real time. Using newly developed dye technology, scientists are able to detect more cell structures and observe cellular behavior.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 2, Winter 2005, p24-25, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

25918

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Researchers affiliated with UNC’s Laboratories for Reproductive Biology are working on a vaccine that could serve as birth control for men. They discovered a protein critical to movement of sperm cells. Targeting the protein could stop sperm from making it to the female reproductive tract.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 3, Spring 2005, p23-25, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

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

Record #:

25919

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

UNC researchers completed the first study to link a genetic variation with a chronic pain disorder. They found that women who had tiny variations in the COMT gene were more sensitive to pain then men.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 21 Issue 3, Spring 2005, p30-32, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

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

Record #:

26004

Author(s):

Zuiker, Anton

Abstract:

UNC graduate students recently published two journal cover stories about their work. Jennifer Taylor published her work on blue crab molting in the journal Science, and Julie Canman published her work on cell division in the journal Nature.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Winter 2004, p4-6, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26006

Author(s):

Caudle, Neil

Abstract:

Researchers at the School of Public Health are examining how people and their communities make decisions that encourage or discourage physical activity. They found that levels of physical activity are related to new urban ideals, safety, transportation services, and equity.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Winter 2004, p10-15, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Public health; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26010

Author(s):

Coppedge, Michelle

Abstract:

Koleman Strumpf, associate professor of economics, is studying the effects of file sharing on music record sales. While the music industry says it’s being decimated by file sharing, Strumpf believes it will not deter people’s desire to form bands and create music.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Winter 2004, p28-30, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

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

Record #:

26033

Author(s):

House, Catherine

Abstract:

Karla Rosenberg focused her senior honors thesis on the impact of Latino immigration on a native black community. She interviewed blacks and Latinos about their community, work, and fair wages. There was no hostility between communities regarding jobs, but competition existed among those without education and high-tech skills.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 19 Issue 1, Fall 2002, p18-19, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

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

Record #:

26034

Author(s):

Scott, Mary Alice

Abstract:

Katy O’Leary studied domestic servants in Brazil for her undergraduate thesis. She discovered that there are more women in domestic service in Brazil than in any other occupation, and they tend to live in poverty. To compensate for low wages, women mostly rely on family and the Catholic Church.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 19 Issue 1, Fall 2002, p20-21, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research; Women--Employment

Record #:

26036

Author(s):

Caudle, Neil

Abstract:

Conservationists believe Maasai people are threatening wildlife, but anthropologist Paul Leslie points out that the Maasai are a part of nature too. Now that the Maasai are forbidden to live in the Serengeti National Park, Leslie is studying the consequences of change for Maasai families and their health.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 19 Issue 1, Fall 2002, p24-27, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

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

Record #:

26037

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Lee McIlwain, professor of cell and molecular physiology, studies spinal motor neurons and was researching the structure of these neurons for insight into Lou Gehrig’s disease. After reviewing the work of cell biologist Sheldon Penman, McIlwain is exploring the possibility of an insoluble matrix in cells.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 19 Issue 1, Fall 2002, p30-32, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research

Record #:

26062

Author(s):

Caudle, Neil

Abstract:

Kevin Guskiewicz is research director of UNC’s new Center for the Study of Retired Athletes. He investigates how repeated concussions are associated with the early onset of diseases and neurological disorders. In his upcoming study, Guskiewicz will send a survey to retired professional players to identify the most pressing health problems of retired players and to help set priorities for research.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 18 Issue 1, Fall 2001, p17-19, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Sports medicine; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Research