Bringing Down Barriers to Breastfeeding
UNCG researchers are testing culturally responsive peer support and financial resources to help Latine parents overcome breastfeeding barriers and support healthier outcomes for babies.
From the Vice Chancellor
UNCG’s Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement reflects on the discoveries, innovations, and partnerships advancing the University’s impact across North Carolina and beyond.
Growing Evidence
UNCG’s iGrow study finds that infant feeding practices and prenatal stress can contribute to rapid weight gain, offering practical guidance to help families reduce childhood obesity risk.
Lighting the Way
UNCG’s BRIGHT institute aims to secure North Carolina’s place as a center for advanced battery and energy technologies.
Energy for the Environment
Dr. Nick Oberlies’ lab searches for cancer-fighting compounds in fungi, delves into the chemistry of medicinal herbs, and explores how fungal chemistry could make electricity cheaper and safer.
Herbal Supplements Under the Scope
Dr. Nick Oberlies’ lab searches for cancer-fighting compounds in fungi, delves into the chemistry of medicinal herbs, and explores how fungal chemistry could make electricity cheaper and safer.
Improving NC’s Mental Health Landscape
UNCG expands peer support and other critical services across NC – and improves national understanding of best practices.
Unlocking Nature’s Secrets
Senior Research Excellence Award winner Dr. Nick Oberlies is recognized for pioneering natural products chemistry research that unlocks nature’s potential to advance human health.
Cleaning Contaminated Water
UNCG researchers are developing innovative approaches to clean contaminated water, protect ecosystems, and help communities build a healthier future.
Nature’s Tiny Chemists
Dr. Nick Oberlies’ lab searches for cancer-fighting compounds in fungi, delves into the chemistry of medicinal herbs, and explores how fungal chemistry could make electricity cheaper and safer.