Cell Biology & Physiology

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Congratulations Dr. Ed Kernick!!

Dr. Ed Kernick has received the highly distinguished “Professor Award” at the 2018 AND 2019 UNC School of Medicine Graduations. This award, selected by the senior class, is given in recognition of a faculty member who, by his or his willingness, understanding and ability, has contributed the most t … Continued

Keith Burridge, PhD – Kenan Distinguished Professor

This is a great time to be a scientist. Never have so many techniques been available that are allowing questions in cell biology and physiology to be investigated at a level that was inconceivable just a few years ago."
-Keith Burridge, PhD

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Adam Black receives Prestigious F32 Postdoctoral Fellowship

Congratulations to Adam Black, a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Dr. Jimena Giudice’s lab for recently receiving a prestigious F32 Postdoctoral Fellowship from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The F32 provides stipend support and institutional allowances for three years. Adam’s project focuses on understanding the physiological significance of … Continued

Dr. Eva Anton featured on NBC News

Gene mutation in the brain may be early clue to autism, study suggests Brain disruptions that may contribute to autism could be happening in the first three months of fetal development.

CBP and the Neuroscience Center Welcomes Greg Scherrer and Adam Hantman

Cell Biology and Physiology and the Neuroscience Center are excited to welcome Drs. Gregory Scherrer and Adam Hantman! Dr. Gregory Scherrer will join Cell Biology and Physiology and the Neuroscience Center in September 2019. Dr. Scherrer comes to UNC from Stanford University where he was an Assistant Professor. The Scherrer Lab investigates the neurobiology … Continued

Carol Otey Receives Instructor of the Year Award

Dr. Carol Otey was awarded Instructor of the Year, selected by the first-year students in the PharmD doctoral program. The award was presented by class Vice-President, Kendrick Cobb (pictured with Carol Otey).

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Welcome to the Department of Cell Biology and Physiology in the School of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where our mission is to be nationally recognized for excellence in our discipline by Leading, Teaching and Caring.