How/Why Research? I became involved in research during high school as a way to explore my interests outside of the classroom. Fortunately, I was able to participate in a Research in Computational Science program that greatly expanded upon my knowledge … Read more

How/Why Research? I have been engaged in biomedical research since high school, and have found it to be a valuable experience in preparing for a future career in medicine. Research is a way to expand the learning done in the class … Read more

How/Why Research? I was overwhelmed as a first year on a large campus of how to begin research. I began with a work study position, though it took many months of effort. I subscribed to research/science listservs and read bulletin … Read more

How/Why Research? I am pursuing a career in biological research, geared toward ecology and wildlife biology, so I wanted to join a lab to gain more research experience and meet people who are in this field. I wasn’t exactly sure … Read more

How/Why Research? During my sophomore year, I took a Research Methods course in Psychology and fell in love with the research process. Being able to develop and answer your own intellectual curiosities was so fascinating to me. Through encouragement and … Read more

How/Why Research? I knew immediately I wanted to get involved in research when I came to Carolina because I had already been involved in research in high school. I found the OUR database of research opportunities and looked through the … Read more

How/Why Research? After a high school research experience studying how Fetal Alcohol Syndrome affects the rat cerebellum, I wanted to get involved in research as much as possible in college. I found the Frohlich Lab at a Psychology and Neuroscience … Read more

How/Why Research? When I first arrived at Carolina, I knew I wanted to get involved in research, as it was something I did not have much prior experience with. I reached out to faculty in the Department of Political Science … Read more

How/Why Research? Curiosity. I have always wondered why some populations are more susceptible to neurological disorders and have much more barriers to access/use of healthcare – and why our society hasn’t resolved these root causes. I got involved in research … Read more

How/Why Research? When I came to Carolina, I had no plans to pursue a research opportunity. After taking a few introductory research classes, I realized how fun research could be when it is about something I loved. In the summer … Read more