Biracial and multiracial families are one of the fastest growing populations in the United States. Understanding identity development among this population is critical to understanding well-being and adjustment. Examining parents' individual and collective influence on this process is important, as they are the primary agents of socialization. This retrospective study examines linkages between parental factors (mother and father) and the identity of Biracial (White; Black) young adults. Additionally, this investigation explores the association between biracial identity and wellbeing. The sample will consist of self-identified Black-Biracial college students (N = 150). A web-based survey will be used to recruit and administer surveys to college students. Participants will complete on anonymous web-based survey lasting approximately 20 minutes.

The purpose of this study is to collect a blood sample or saliva to learn more about the DNA of individuals that have been diagnosed with congenital heart disease.

We intend to survey current program directors of ACGME accredited neurosurgery training programs regarded the extent of quality improvement education and training within their program. While it is recommended by the ACGME that neurosurgical resident train and participate in quality improvement initiatives, there is no formal requirement for graduation across residency programs. This survey will serve to assess this variability and serve as a benchmark for neurosurgical curriculum development.

This study aims to understand how the social medical model is utilized in the Arc of the Triangle at Chapel Hill, exploring the value of the social medical model in this organization and how they are affected by the circumstances of its workers and volunteers, as well as larger, external forces, like COVID.

We are collecting saliva samples for the genetic testing of families of children with Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) in order to discover genes associated with the disorder. Questionnaires are also provided.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long-term safety of teplizumab, in participants who previously completed the PROTECT study, for an additional 42 months (approximately 3.5 years) of follow-up.

To evaluate the impact of an optional study guide on the comfort level and performance of plastic surgery residents on their in-service exam.

This study aims to design and improve tools that can be used to select strategies for improving colorectal cancer screening in different settings and populations. Interviews, surveys, and focus groups will be conducted with individuals who make decisions related to colorectal cancer screening interventions about their understanding, preferences, and suggestions related to these tools and intervention strategies.

The purpose of this study is understand what factors and beliefs lead a person to set in when watching a situation. The study will ask participants to read a vignette and then ask a number of questions about their beliefs.

The purpose is to provide students enrolled in certain introduction-level Poli Sci courses with firsthand research experiences, and to provide political science researchers with a method for research participant recruitment.