Coronavirus
Duke scholars are working to advance our understanding of COVID-19, from basic science to translational medicine to clinical care—as well as to address concerns related to the pandemic from a variety of disciplines.
Duke University Researchers Are Working on A Pan-Coronavirus Vaccine. Here’s What That Means
Quotes Dr. Kevin O. Saunders, associate professor in surgery
Duke Researchers Use mRNA Vaccine Technology to Work on Cancer Vaccine
Quotes Dr. Herbert Kim Lyerly, professor of immunology in the School of Medicine
Could a COVID Booster Change Convince More in NC to Get it?
Quotes Dr. Nicholas Turner, associate professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Energy & Environment
Duke scholars are exploring new frontiers in such areas as renewable energy, sustainable food and carbon capture to forge a more sustainable relationship between humanity and the global environment.
Pathogenic Fungus Adapting in Warmer Temperatures to Withstand Climate Change
Quotes Asiya Gusa, researcher in the Molecular Genetics and Microbiology Department
Lobster Traps Temporarily Banned in Massachusetts Waters to Protect Right Whales
Quotes Rob Schick, research scientist in the Nicholas School of the Environment
Bring Back Dodo? Ambitious Plan Draws Investors, Critics
Quotes Stuart Pimm, professor of conservation ecology in the Nicholas School of the Environment
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Health & Medicine
Duke is translating fundamental scientific discoveries to improve health and medicine locally and globally.
Experts Warn NC Bill Could Harm LGBTQ Youth Mental Health
Quotes Sarah Wilson, assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
More Than a Quarter of Americans Have at Least One Allergy, New CDC Data Shows
Quotes Dr. Patricia Lugar, allergy and immunology specialist
Duke University Researchers Are Working on A Pan-Coronavirus Vaccine. Here’s What That Means
Quotes Dr. Kevin O. Saunders, associate professor in surgery
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Politics & Public Policy
Duke is improving the quality of public policymaking through teaching, research, professional training and policy engagement.
Duke Professors Weigh in On Larger Issues Surrounding TikTok Bans
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Experts Speak on Concerns Surrounding Possible Nationwide TikTok Ban
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Race & Culture
Duke scholars are examining forces around race, class, gender, culture, sexuality and religion in their teaching and research and in the community.
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
College Board’s Revised AP African American Studies Course Draws New Criticism
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor and chair of political science, professor of African and African American studies
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
University News
Duke is working to transform teaching and discovery for the 21st century while building a robust, responsive and inclusive learning community.
Despite Cold, Wet Weather, Krzyzewskiville Returns Ahead of Battle of the Blues Rivalry Game
Quotes Duke students
Building Hope for Racial Equity Work at Duke in 2023
Day-long retreat of 250 faculty, staff and administrators lays out plans both large and small for the year
Bestselling Author Mikki Kendall to Lead MLK Commemoration
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Research
Duke’s research community is widely recognized for its collaboration and its ability to tackle difficult problems from fresh, new angles.
Pathogenic Fungus Adapting in Warmer Temperatures to Withstand Climate Change
Quotes Asiya Gusa, researcher in the Molecular Genetics and Microbiology Department
Bring Back Dodo? Ambitious Plan Draws Investors, Critics
Quotes Stuart Pimm, professor of conservation ecology in the Nicholas School of the Environment
Can We Talk About How Weird Baby Mammals Are?
Quotes Kathleen Smith, professor emerita of biology
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Elections
How to Get Your Loved Ones to Actually Use Their Voice and Vote
Quotes John H. Aldrich, professor of political science
News Tip: Solid Steps Taken to Prevent Another Jan. 6-Type Insurrection, But More Needed, Expert Says
National security expert David Schanzer comments on the second anniversary of the Capitol insurrection
Historic House Speaker Contest 'More Uncertain Than Ever'
Two faculty experts say Kevin McCarthy's chances are rapidly dwindling
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Education
It’s In the Rules to Play Dirty in This New Soil-Themed Board Game
Quotes Daniel Richter, professor of soils and forest ecology in the Nicholas School of the Environment
Schools Struggle to Retain Special Ed Teachers. Advocates Say Invest More in Them.
Quotes Crystal Grant, law professor director of the Children’s Law Clinic
After 30 Years of Special Education Funding Limits, NC Parents Want Change
Quotes Peggy Nicholson, supervising attorney in the Children’s Law Clinic
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Technology
Duke Professors Weigh in On Larger Issues Surrounding TikTok Bans
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Experts Speak on Concerns Surrounding Possible Nationwide TikTok Ban
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Economics
Campbell Harvey Says His Own Recession Indicator is Wrong This Time
Interview with the professor of finance in the Fuqua School of Business
Analysis-AMC Sets Unusual Shareholder Vote for Meme Stock Sale Approval
Quotes Campbell Harvey, professor of finance in the Fuqua School of Business
New Year, New Voters in Fed Policymaking
Quotes Ellen Meade, research professor of economics
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics
Legal
Why Do I Get Called For Jury Duty So Often?
Interview with Brian Bornstein, senior lecturing fellow in the School of Law
Gun Rights in the Crosshairs as Gov. Whitmer Pushes Red Flag Laws in Michigan
Quotes Jeffery Swanson, associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
Families Of Boeing MAX Crash Victims Set to Face Company in US Court
Quotes Brandon Garrett, professor of law and in the Sanford School of Public Policy
College Board Faces Storm of Criticism Over AP African American Studies
Quotes Kerry Haynie, professor of political science, dean of the Social Sciences, professor of African and African American studies
Duke Scholars: It May Be Too Late for TikTok Ban to Be Effective
Quotes Robyn Caplan, visiting assistant professor, and Phil Napoli, professor of public policy, in the Sanford School
Black Reparations Inspiring a Multicolored Pandora’s Box of Demands
Quotes William Darity, professor of public policy, African and African American studies, and economics