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Office of Research at UNC SOM
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The mission of the School of Medicine (SOM) Office of Research (OoR) is to support research in the SOM. The office oversees the infrastructure, communication and development necessary for a strong and growing research enterprise.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · 1h
A decade after winning the Nobel Prize, Dr. Aziz Sancar continues to inspire through groundbreaking DNA repair research, mentoring global scientists, and building cultural bridges via the Sancar Turkish Center. Science, legacy, and heart, all in one lab coat. news.unchealthcare.org/2025/10/the-...
The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Aziz Sancar | Newsroom
A decade after winning the Nobel Prize, the UNC professor continues to push the boundaries of discovery while inspiring the next generation and building cultural bridges between the United States and ...
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · 8d
Dr. Jeffrey Stringer, Clarke-Pearson Distinguished Professor at @uncobgyn.bsky.social, received the 2025 Oliver Max Gardner Award for his groundbreaking work in maternal healthcare in low-resource settings. He will be honored at the University Day ceremony on Oct. 12!
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3 receive faculty, staff University Day awards | UNC-Chapel Hill
Bob Goldstein, Michael F. Almeida and Dr. Jeffrey Stringer will be honored at the University Day ceremony Oct. 12.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · 12d
Colin Chen combines science and empathy to decode deadly brain tumors and engineer life-changing tools for kids with disabilities. research.unc.edu/story/bluepr...
Blueprints for Better Medicine - UNC Research
Colin Chen combines science and empathy to decode deadly brain tumors and engineer life-changing tools for kids with disabilities.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Sep 4
UNC researchers found CADM1 drives gut inflammation in IBD. Blocking it reduced symptoms in mice, opening doors to new treatments! Soluble CADM1 may also predict flares.
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Shehzad Sheikh Identifies CADM1 as a Key Driver of Gut Inflammation in IBD Patients | Department of Medicine
A groundbreaking study co-led by Shehzad Z. Sheikh, MD, PhD, professor of medicine in the UNC Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and Matthew N. Poy, PhD, associate professor of medicine with...
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Aug 22
Dr. Samantha Meltzer-Brody, Executive Dean of UNC SOM, shares how her passion for community and personal stories led her into medicine, psychiatry, and women’s mental health, and how UNC helped her build programs to better serve patients.
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TarHeal Wellness Podcast | Office of Graduate Medical Education- Chapel Hill, NC
Discover the support services available from the Office of Graduate Medical Education for residents and sub-specialty residents at UNC Hospitals.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Aug 14
UNC scientists uncovered a hidden role for the tumor suppressor gene SETD2. Now, thanks to the work of Dr. @brianstrahl.bsky.social and Dr. Abid Khan, we know SETD2 also plays a key structural role in maintaining nuclear integrity during cell division! go.unc.edu/SETD2 @brianstrahl.bsky.social
UNC Scientists Uncover Hidden Role of Tumor Suppressor Gene in Protecting the Genome | Newsroom
In a surprising twist, UNC scientists discovered that SETD2, a tumor suppressor best known for modifying DNA-packaging proteins, also preserves nuclear structure during cell division—a hidden role tha...
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Jul 10
New research, led by UNC School of Medicine researcher Samuel Young, reveals that proteins crucial for neural communication play more complex roles than previously understood, challenges existing paradigms in the field.
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Proteins Important in Neural Communication Have Different Roles Than Previously Thought | Newsroom
New knowledge of these protein functions will help researchers develop new drug targets for chronic pain, autism spectrum disorders, epilepsy, migraines, and other neurological conditions.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Jun 13
Congratulations to Sarah Cohen, PhD (Cell Biology and Physiology) on receiving the 2025 Hettleman Prize! @cohenlaboratory.bsky.social
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Cell Biology and Physiology at UNC-CH @unc-cbp.bsky.social · Jun 13
Congratulations to @cohenlaboratory.bsky.social on winning the 2025 Hettleman Prize! The prestigious prize is awarded to just five promising #UNC faculty members who exemplify groundbreaking and innovative research along with future career promise. college.unc.edu/2025/06/hett...
2025 Hettleman Prizes awarded to five exceptional early-career faculty - College of Arts and Sciences
The annual Phillip and Ruth Hettleman Prizes for Artistic and Scholarly Achievement have been awarded to five promising faculty members, including Alex Zhukhovitskiy in the department of chemistry. Ho...
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · May 21
Carolina is a world-class research university where great ideas turn into outcomes that improve the quality of life for all people. Learn more about Carolina’s research impact on this new website: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re...
Carolina’s research impact | UNC-Chapel Hill
Carolina is a world-class research university where great ideas turn into outcomes that improve the quality of life for all people. Learn how the University’s research serves North Carolina, the natio...
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · May 1
The UNC School of Medicine has named the 2024–25 Yang Family Biomedical Scholars: Drs. Gaorav Gupta, Misty Good & Jason Stein! Each will receive research funding and join the Yang Society of Biomedical Scholars. Read about the awardees: news.unchealthcare.org/2025/04/unc-...
UNC School of Medicine Names 2024-25 Yang Family Biomedical Scholars | Newsroom
Gaorav Gupta, MD, PhD, Misty Good, MD, MS, and Jason Stein, PhD, were selected as Yang Family Biomedical Scholars in the eighth installment of this annual School of Medicine award.
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Apr 25
UNC Health and UNC-Chapel Hill seek a Chief Clinical Research Officer to lead a joint clinical research venture. The ideal MD/DO candidate will drive strategy, expand trials, and foster partnerships across the UNC Health network. @unchealth.bsky.social

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Chief Clinical Research Officer in Chapel Hill, NC - UNC Health Care
Chief Clinical Research Officer in Chapel Hill, NC - UNC Health Care
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Apr 7
Advancing Brain Research: The Frohlich Lab, led by Dr. Flavio Frohlich, is part of the Carolina Center for Neurostimulation and specializes in groundbreaking research and developing innovative approaches to combating mental health issues. @unchealth.bsky.social
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Advancing Brain Research: The Frohlich Lab's Work in Neurostimulation and Mental Health
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Office of Research at UNC SOM @oor-unc.bsky.social · Mar 28
The 2024 UNC School of Medicine Annual Report is here! Congratulations to our incredible research community and thank you for your dedication to advancing medical research.

Read more in the latest OoR Newsletter: www.med.unc.edu/oor/wp-conte...
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