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UNC System Expanding COVID-19 Vaccine Storage Capacity at all 15 Research Institutions
All 15 research institutions within the UNC System will soon be receiving 61 new freezers capable of safely storing COVID-19 vaccines at temperatures as low as -80 Celsius (-112 Fahrenheit).
Taking Flight—Using Drones for Restoration Efforts at the Donal C. O’Brien Jr. Sanctuary and Audubon Center
A pilot program will determine how effective drones are for restoration efforts that impact the resilience of natural ecosystems and coastal communities along the East Coast.
A Snapshot of Reopening N.C. Schools for In-Person Learning
As schools across the state operate online or with limited in-person learning plans, North Carolina families face complex concerns about viral transmission, mental health, educational challenges, and childcare needs.
Graduate Students Help Communities Address COVID-19 Challenges
Through the Graduate School’s I4 Boundary Spanners project, students are combining data science, public policy and service in ways that will help communities emerge from COVID-19 challenges.
Making “Public” Economic Data Accessible
As North Carolina continues its phased reopening amidst COVID-19 public safety measures, Carolina researchers are creating a digital data dashboard to help inform policymakers’ decisions on the state’s economic recovery.