Janae Wofford in science lab with lab coat and safety goggles

For Goldwater Scholar, Solutions to Antibiotic Resistance Could Stem from Trees

UNCG biochemistry student Janae Wofford has been awarded the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship for her innovative research into combating antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” by exploring natural compounds from trees. Guided by Dr. Nadja Cech, Wofford’s work focuses on identifying antimicrobial agents from the American Beech tree, aiming to develop new medicines to treat increasingly dangerous infections.

Undergraduate stuent April Joseph works in Dr. Huzefa Raja's biochem lab developing samples for the Oberlies Research Group.

OBERLIES PARTNERS WITH IONIC PHARMA on NIH SBIR Grant

Dr. Nicholas Oberlies, Patricia A. Sullivan Distinguished Professor of Chemistry and Director of Graduate Studies in UNCG’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, has received a new $80,000 grant from Ionic Pharmaceuticals as part of the company’s larger NIH SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) grant, “Treating Second-Degree Burn Wound Infections with… Continue reading…

Science Everywhere promo for 2025

Science Everywhere 2025

Returning again this year is one of UNCG’s biggest STEM events and, Science Everywhere! As part of the North Carolina Science Festival, UNCG is excited to host a unique gathering of community members, professionals, and students.