Impact Stories

Stories that show how privately funded research, programs and initiatives are making a difference.

Carolina Stories

Nyjah King stands in a field in a hi-vis vest.

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A summer of service

Michelle Itano works with microscopes in her lab.

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Maestro of microscopy

Graphic shows two hands touching index fingers, one hand is solid blue and the other hand is made out of a webbed network design.

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Analyzing AI

Richards examining a specimen at Harvard University.

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Passion for paleontology

The inaugural Sources of Strength class taking group photo in front of brick building.

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Promoting mental wellness

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Art, architecture and memorials

Amanda Henley, head of Digital Research Services, at Davis Library

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Uncovering the past through digital research

A portrait of Thomas Wadden

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Empowering clinical psychology graduate students

A side-by-side image showing Frank Ivy Carroll as a young man and in 2022.

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A life prioritizing education

Portrait of Kaylee Burrell leaning on the desk in her middle school classroom

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Led by Her Passions

A group of Lead for North Carolina Fellows

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Cultivating community leaders

Hands using a phone touchscreen

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Studying technology and teen mental health