Category: IN THE NEWS

Congratulations to Li Wang, PhD, and Gang Li, PhD Associate Professors, for receiving an R01 grant from the NIH! PI: Li Wang (Contact); Gang Li Title: Continued Development of Infant Neuroimaging Analysis Tools Sponsor: NIH Grant #: 1R01EB037388-01A1 Project Period: 03/01/2025-12/31/2028 Estimated Award Amount: $2,116,071 ($530,511/Year 1)   Project Goals: The...

If you’ve ever wondered who keeps the gears turning behind the scenes in the Department of Radiology at UNC, meet Alexis Evans—HR Consultant, logistics queen, and a self-proclaimed “runner of a tight ship.” With numerous responsibilities stretching across onboarding, hiring, terminations, faculty support, salary changes, promotions, and beyond, Alexis is...

What’s it really like to be an interventional radiologist? 🩺✨ The Tar Heel Prescription Podcast hosts Peter and Drew interview  Dr. Nicole Keefe to dive into the ins and outs of this specialty—what a typical day looks like, how to prepare, and expert tips on excelling in rotations, residency applications,...

Achievement recognizes outstanding faculty for their contributions to research, innovation, and real-world impact. Innovate Carolina announced three University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-CH) faculty members named Senior Members of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI). This prestigious distinction recognizes faculty, scientists, and administrators who have demonstrated success in...

Innovate Carolina announces its first cohort of members to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s National Academy of Inventors (NAI) chapter, which supports and celebrates the achievements of inventors within the UNC-Chapel Hill community. Since its founding in 2010, NAI has championed inventors with U.S. patents by recognizing their contributions,...

This past weekend, artists Earle Kluttz Thompson and Raines Thompson Kuppin brought their creative vision to life with a stunning transformation of our pediatric fluoroscopy suite. Their incredible work has turned the space into a vibrant and welcoming environment inspired by North Carolina’s breathtaking mountain-to-sea landscapes. The room is now...

Desma Marie Jones has been a cornerstone of the UNC Radiology family since January 2019. With her dual roles as Administrative Director for Clinical Research and Radiology Core Service Center, she’s a powerhouse of organization, research, and leadership. But who is the woman behind the title? Let’s dive into her...

Mauricio Castillo, MD, FACR, Matthew A. Mauro, Distinguished Professor of Radiology Retires, Leaving Behind an Impactful Legacy With bittersweet emotions, we announce Mauricio Castillo, MD, FACR, is retiring. His last day is June 30, 2024. The department and the neuroradiology division will deeply feel Dr. Castillo’s retirement, but it is...

Congratulations to ASNR 2023-2024 Twitter Case of the Year Winner: Case #172: X-Linked Charcot Marie Tooth Type 1. The submitting case authors were Cardiothoracic Fellow Dr. Selima Siala and Neuroradiology Associate Professor, Dr. Alex Hung. Dr. Siala wins a FREE registration to #ASNR25.

Congratulations Katrina McGinty, MD, Associate Professor of Abdominal Imaging and Director of Global Radiology. Dr. McGinty was awarded a $20,000 Educational Grant from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Title: Virtual MRI Education in Low Resource Setting Project Dates: 07/01/2024-06/30/2025 Budget: $20,000 Brief Project Summary: The World Health Organization...

Could you share a bit about your background? I am originally from Fukushima, Japan, and came to the United States in 2003 to pursue a Ph.D. in Biology at Utah State University. After completing my doctoral studies, I was a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Entomology Department at the University of...

Congratulations to all our new residents. We wish you luck with your intern year and look forward to seeing you in June 2025! Diagnostic Radiology Greggory Adams University of South Carolina School of Medicine Greenville Charlotte Goins University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine William Johnson USF...