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Morehead-Patterson Bell Tower silhouetted against a pink and blue sunset. 2023-25 Legislative Funding and Collaboratory Projects

October 4, 2023

In addition to raises for state employees and teachers, tax cuts and Medicaid expansion, North Carolina's state budget earmarked a substantial sum to continue the Collaboratory's work funding research in service to the state.


Foods with Phytochemicals Willietta Gibson, Ph.D., Explores the Role of Phytochemicals in Fighting Breast Cancer

September 18, 2023

Willietta Gibson, Ph.D., an assistant professor and researcher at Fayetteville State University, is looking at how natural chemicals, found in everyday foodstuffs, may hold the power to treat breast cancer.


Robert Moore Welcoming the Collaboratory’s New Project Manager: Robert Moore

August 28, 2023

Retired Master Sergeant Robert Moore is ready to embark on a new chapter with the Collaboratory using his experience and passion to drive change and innovation.


Working with students on a beach Flooding in North Carolina: Strategies and Solutions

July 31, 2023

With impending climate shifts there is an expected increase in severity and frequency of natural disasters and weather. In the past few decades there has been a noticeable and steady increase in flooding events particularly in coastal North Carolina communities.


The North Carolina flag flies between two pillars. New Wastewater Treatment Tech Reaches Local Governments

July 20, 2023

The Highly Treated Wastewater pilot program provides funding to five local governments in the state to replace and repair their wastewater treatment plants.