In collaboration with key community partners, the Center for Thriving Communities will highlight funded community-engaged research and evaluation projects. Panelists will discuss effective community engagement approaches and common challenges that arise in academic–community partnerships. Additionally, panelists will consider key areas for improvement to advance these collaborations. Participants will gain knowledge of community engagement with best … Read more
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The Rural Medicine Pathway Program (RMPP) is a collaboration between the UNC School of Medicine and the Carolina Covenant Scholars Program. Undergraduate students from rural NC are engaged in years-long professional development opportunities to learn about rural medicine. In Fall 2025, we launched an APPLES service learning course for RMPP Scholars to examine the roles … Read more |
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This interactive workshop will guide participants through effective and respectful approaches to tribal community engagement, drawing on real case studies from ongoing work with American Indian communities across North Carolina. Led by staff from the UNC American Indian Center and partners working in tribal health settings, the session will highlight strategies that build trust, honor … Read more |
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Outpatient Palliative Care Katherine Aragon, MD February 25, 2026 You are invited to attend this CCSP/Palliative Care Grand Rounds webinar. The Palliative Care and Comprehensive Cancer Support Programs (CCSP) co-organize weekly presentations on the care of seriously ill patients and their families, including individuals living with cancer, relevant to interdisciplinary clinicians. Individual topics address pain and … Read more
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The Carolina Women's Health Research Network- Connecting for Discovery, Collaboration & Impact Building on the momentum of past successes, NC TraCS and the Office of Research Development at UNC–Chapel Hill are excited to reconnect with researchers across campus. This in-person event is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, celebrate shared accomplishments, and explore new funding and … Read more
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Lung Cancer Management in North Carolina – Research to Practice (UNCLCN) Jared Weiss, MD Jared Weiss, MD, will review the most recent approved advances in lung cancer management, both SCLC and NSCLC. He will also focus on the demographics most commonly seen in NC. Webinar Flyer Live Webinar February 25, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free … Read more |
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This year’s theme—“Mission Possible: Eliminate HPV Cancers in NC”—reflects a shared commitment to improving HPV vaccination coverage and reducing HPV‑related cancers across the state. Meeting is hosted by the NC Immunization Coalition (NCIC) HPV Task Force, this in‑person meeting will offer opportunities to: Share successes, challenges, and lessons learned Exchange ideas and best practices Identify strategies … Read more
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The 2021-2022 Dare County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) identified mental health as a key factor contributing to mortality rates in the community. The report highlighted suicide as the second leading cause of death among individuals aged 20-34 years. In this session, presenters share research findings and data that emphasizes the significant role that cultural and … Read more
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How can community engagement shape and inform cutting-edge research to improve cancer care? Join a conversation with members of the UNC Patient Experience Research Collaborators, a group that elevates the voices of older adults with lived experience of cancer by partnering in research that strengthens communication among patients and clinicians, supports shared decision-making, and advances … Read more |
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UNC’s Division of OS/OT partnered with Novant Health & UNC Health’s Ingram Institute’s Novant SERVE initiative to form our program’s first-ever Occupational Therapy Rural Health Committee (OTRHC). There are unique strengths and opportunities, as well as barriers and challenges that are imperative to consider when supporting rural healthcare providers and communities. At the conclusion of … Read more
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The Rare Disease Network at UNC will be hosting its second annual Rare Disease Symposium - Beyond the Horizon: Charting the Next Era of Rare Disease Progress at UNC Friday February 27, 2026, 2:00-5:00pm MacNider 321 or Zoom Join us for a symposium and networking opportunity! Speakers will address: Progress of the UNC Rare Disease Initiative working … Read more |
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Effective listening is essential for building a strong, high-performing team. Yet, listening is often overlooked as a skill—its impact underestimated, and its challenges misunderstood. This interactive course explores the common barriers to effective listening and provides practical strategies to enhance communication and collaboration within teams.
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Adam Palmer, PhD Assistant Professor Department of Pharmacology University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Seminar Title: "Prediction and Precision for Combination Cancer Therapy" Location: 1131 Bioinformatics Please join us and show support for our seminar speakers! (For those unable to attend, a zoom link is available upon request to Mimi Baltz.) Host: Henrik Dohlman Event Flyer: Palmer-03-03-26.pdf
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Tailoring Treatment Intensity in HNSCC: The Expanding Role of Cancer Immunotherapy Robert L. Ferris, MD, PhD Webinar Flyer Hybrid Event March 3, 2026 4:00 – 5:00 PM In Person: Cancer Hospital Conference Room 1 – Sanofi Aventis 101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Via Zoom: https://go.unc.edu/UNCLCN-03032026 Free Continuing Education Credit available: ABIM MOC Part 2 … Read more
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Tailoring Treatment Intensity in HNSCC: The Expanding Role of Cancer Immunotherapy Robert L. Ferris, MD, PhD Webinar Flyer Hybrid Event March 3, 2026 4:00 – 5:00 PM In Person Attendance: North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital — Sanofi-Aventis Conference Room WebEx Attendance: go.unc.edu/UNCLCN-03032026 Free Continuing Education Credit available: ABIM MOC Part 2 • CME This webinar is a … Read more |
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This online training will provide an introduction to qualitative data analysis, focusing on content/thematic analysis. The session will cover the basics of qualitative data analysis and steps in the analysis process, including transcribing, memoing, codebook development and coding, exploring content areas or themes, and interpreting and communicating findings. Participants will have the opportunity to practice … Read more
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Pediatric Oncologic Pearls for APPs Beng Richard Fuh, MD Webinar Flyer Live Webinar March 4, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE This webinar is a part of the Advanced Practice Provider webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
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Pediatric Oncologic Pearls for APPs Beng Richard Fuh, MD, PhD Webinar Flyer Live Webinar March 4, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE This webinar is a part of the Advanced Practice Provider webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
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The UNC School of Nursing and the Implementation Science Methods Unit at NC TraCS are hosting Exploring Implementation Science at UNC: A Symposium to foster learning, collaboration, and networking amongst implementation practitioners, researchers, and students at UNC-Chapel Hill. The symposium begins with an optional Introduction to Implementation Science session followed by faculty presentations from Kea Turner, Vivian … Read more |
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Interested in exploring medical students’ contributions to quality improvement (QI) at UNC? Attend the virtual Clinician Leadership in Quality and Safety (CLQS) Symposium to learn more! Join us on Thursday, March 5, 2026 from 12pm-1pm, to hear students from the School of Medicine’s quality improvement Scholarly Concentration program share how they’re advancing clinical excellence while … Read more |
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2026 Live Conference - Registration is OPEN Please visit the NCSleep website for registration information and to view a full line up of the speakers. Physicians Members: $220 Non-Members: $275 | Technologists Members: $150 Non-Members: $180 | Students $100 - Must email contact@ncsleep.org for registration code https://ncsleep.org/2026-conference Discounted Rate for students - contact: contact@ncsleep.org for registration code. … Read more |
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Celebrate 50 Years of Excellence in Primary Care Education! Join us for the 50th Annual Internal Medicine Conference, a landmark event hosted by the Department of Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine. For five decades, this conference has been the trusted source for advancing clinical excellence in primary care and this year, we are … Read more
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In this session, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and seek feedback on their qualitative analyses from facilitators and other attendees. This session serves as a workshop in which participants get a chance to discuss and review qualitative analysis techniques while also learning from others. Please note: We will not be presenting information … Read more
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Updates on the impact of vaping Sarah Kowitt, PhD, MPH Webinar Flyer Live Webinar March 11, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE • ASRT • ODS This webinar is a part of the Patient Centered Care webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
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Summary of Seminar: The Jain Laboratory’s work broadly falls into two major themes. First, they are defining the molecular factors regulating 3D chromatin spatial positioning. Their work was the first to show that lamina-chromatin interactions are required for lineage restriction and cellular differentiation in mammals. They demonstrated that pathogenic LMNA variants impact cell type-specific lamina-chromatin … Read more |
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Join leading researchers and trainees for a full day of talks, posters, and networking focused on chromatin dynamics, epigenetic regulation, and emerging technologies. Multiple abstracts will be selected for talks; all others will participate in a poster session. The symposium will be held in the Pagano Conference Room at UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, and … Read more
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Motivation and values play a vital role in shaping meaningful goals and driving impactful outcomes—yet they’re often overlooked. This session highlights the importance of intentional goal-setting and thoughtful decision-making. |
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Emotions play a crucial role in the workplace, yet they’re often ignored or undervalued—leading to team dysfunction and reduced productivity. This session explores the influence of emotions in professional environments and how understanding them can enhance communication, strengthen relationships and improve team dynamics.
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Locoregional Recurrence in ER+ HER2– Breast Cancer: Clinical Reality, Therapeutic Uncertainty, and the Need for Biologic Insight Meghan Flanagan, MD, MPH Webinar Flyer Hybrid Event March 17, 2026 4:00 – 5:00 PM In Person: Cancer Hospital Conference Room 1 – Sanofi Aventis 101 Manning Drive Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Via Zoom: https://go.unc.edu/UNCLCN-03172026 Free Continuing Education Credit … Read more |
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Kenneth A. Jacobson, PhD John W. Daly Distinguished Scientist Senior Investigator Chief, Molecular Recognition Section Laboratory of Bioorganic Chemistry NIDDK (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases), NIH Seminar Title: “Action of Nucleosides and Nucleotides at Purinergic and Non-Purinergic Drug Targets” Location: 1131 Bioinformatics Host: Yinglong Miao, PhD Please join us and show support for our … Read more |
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Join us for a school-wide event featuring Professor Jose R. Penadès, Chair in Microbiology at Imperial College London and an internationally recognized expert in bacterial evolution and antimicrobial resistance. Professor Penadès will share his journey integrating artificial intelligence into his research, including a groundbreaking collaboration with Google’s AI “co-scientist,” which replicated nearly a decade of … Read more
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Contemporary Management of Primary and Metastatic Liver Tumors Robert Torphy, MD, PhD Contemporary Management of Primary and Metastatic Liver Tumors Webinar Flyer Live Webinar March 25, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE • ASRT • ODS This webinar is a part of the Research to Practice webinar … Read more
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Contemporary Management of Primary and Metastatic Liver Tumors Robert Torphy, MD, PhD Webinar Flyer Live Webinar March 25, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE • ASRT • ODS This webinar is a part of the Research to Practice webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network.
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March Research Forum: Curious How We Got Funded? Real World Strategies for Non-Federal Grants This is a hybrid event. Wednesday, March 25 | Noon-1 p.m. | MacNider 321 & Zoom Register to Attend: https://go.unc.edu/DHSResearchForum Wanqing Zhang, PhD | Discussion Facilitator Research Methodologist Associate Professor Office of Research & Scholarship Dara Chan, Sc.D., CRC Associate Professor Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health … Read more |
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Values are important for motivation and are often overlooked. This session will examine various tools and assessments to help your coachees and teammates have a better understanding of their underlying values and how they shape their goals, aspirations and outcomes.
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The 10th Annual UNC Oliver Smithies Nobel Symposium is excited to feature Dr. Jennifer Doudna, the 2020 Nobel laureate in Chemistry, as this year's distinguished speaker. Dr. Doudna is renowned for her groundbreaking work in characterizing and developing the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing system, a revolutionary technology transforming fields ranging from agriculture to medicine. She is currently a … Read more
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The Foundations of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Course is an empirically-supported, 8-week training program designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. Based on the work of Kristin Neff, PhD, and Christopher Germer, PhD, MSC teaches core principles and practices that enable participants to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care and understanding. The … Read more |
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Val Watts, PhD Professor and Associate Dean for Research Borch Department of Medicinal Chemistry & Molecular Pharmacology College of Pharmacy Purdue University Seminar Title: “Ca2+-Regulated Adenylyl Cyclase 1: an Emerging Non-Opioid Target for Chronic Pain” Location: 1131 Bioinformatics Building (Zoom by request) Host: Camryn Fulton, Gumpper Lab Please join us and show support for our seminar speakers! … Read more |
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Location: Hybrid FPG Child Development Institute 910 Raleigh Rd. Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Zoom information will be shared upon registration at: go.unc.edu/Wasik2026 __________________________________________________________________ Between 2016 and 2020, rates of anxiety and depression among youth increased by nearly 30% (Mahmood et al., 2024). In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 40% of youth were experiencing … Read more
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Scan, Scope, Smear: Cancer Screening Guidelines for the Front Line Providers Portia Nleya, MD, MPH Webinar Flyer Live Webinar April 1, 2026 12:00 – 1:00 PM Free Continuing Education Credit available: CME • NCPD • ACPE This webinar is a part of the Advanced Practice Provider webinar series with the UNC Lineberger Cancer Network. |
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