Revisiting the Revolution: America Founded on Ideals
Part III of the Revisiting the Revolution research series: David Houpt looks at the ideas behind the Revolution, the myths that surrounded it and...
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Revisiting the Revolution: How Americans Have Remembered the Revolution
Part II of the Revisiting the Revolution research series: Jamie L. Brummitt explores how religion, mourning and memory shaped the ways Americans...
Revisiting the Revolution: Divided Loyalties and the Revolution in North Carolina
Part I of the Revisiting the Revolution research series: Kim Sherman examines the Revolution through the experiences of North Carolina communities,...
Revisiting the Revolution: How UNCW Researchers See America's Founding
This three-part series explores how UNCW faculty are examining the American Revolution through research on its people, ideas and enduring legacy.
Brain-Health Monitoring Technology Selected for NCInnovation Funding
A research team developing an at-home, fabric-based neural sleep monitoring platform is the latest from UNC Wilmington to be selected for...
Five Faculty Named 2026 Research Achievement Award Recipients
Five faculty members were name recipients of the 2026 Research Achievement Awards for significant contributions to advancing knowledge, discoveries...
UNCW Research Projects Among First Recipients of NCInnovation Pipeline Grants
Two UNCW research projects were among the first recipients of NCInnovation's pipeline grants program, providing funding to very early stage...
Schroeder Selected to NAI 2026 Senior Members Class
Associate Professor Lindsey Schroeder was selected to the National Academy of Inventors (NAI) Class of 2026 Senior Members, recognizing her success...
Researchers Issued Patent for Neck Strength Assessment Tool
Researchers from the College of Health and Human Services developing a cutting-edge Neck Strength Assessment Tool were issued a U.S. patent.
Cyber-PARK Project Selected for NCInnovation Funding
Ebrahimi's Cyber-PARK project, which teaches elementary students cybersecurity skills, is the latest UNCW initiative selected for NCInnovation...
Digital Safety Starts Early with Cyber-PARK Program
Guided by a singular mission to close the critical K-5th grade cybersecurity gap, a UNCW research team led by Ellie Ebrahimi developed Cyber-PARK,...
UNCW Receives Grant to Advance Flooding Research
UNC Wilmington’s Center for Marine Science (CMS) has been awarded a $500,000 planning grant from the New Hanover Community Endowment to...
Research Starts Here: UNCW Engineering's Undergraduate Edge
UNCW Engineering students work alongside faculty engaging in research that impacts local communities and industry. The undergraduate research...
Researcher Leads Effort to Eliminate Malaria in Uganda
Michelle Cathorall leads the Malaria Mastery Prevention Program, a community-driven project aimed at eliminating malaria in Uganda.
Research and Innovation Celebrates Excellence at Annual Reception
Research and Innovation Celebrates Excellence at Annual Reception
TEAL-SHIPS Cruise Advances Hurricane Forecasting
The UNCW-led TEAL-SHIPS collaborative research project deployed drifter instruments during its recent offshore cruise, capturing data ahead of...
CIE to Host Third Annual Ocean Innovation Conference in September
Registration open for third annual Ocean Innovation Conference in September.
Probiotics Show Promise in Slowing Coral Disease Impacting Caribbean Reefs
Assistant Professor Blake Ushijima co-authored a groundbreaking study revealing a bacterial probiotic can slow the spread of stony coral tissue...
UNCW Research Team Approved for NCInnovation Funding
A multidisciplinary team developing a Neck Strength Assessment Tool received NCInnovation funding, bringing the technology closer to market.
UNCW Names 2025 Research Achievement Awardees
UNCW Research & Innovation announced eight faculty researchers have been named recipients of the 2025 Research Achievement Awards.
Associate Professor Joseph Covi Among National Class of Emerging Inventors
Department of Biology and Marine Biology Associate Professor Joseph Covi is among 162 honorees recognized this year by the National Academy of...
UNCW's Rising Impact on Coral Research
UNCW's faculty are advancing coral reef conservation with groundbreaking research on coral spawning, restoration and genetic resilience.