The Honors Research Symposium celebrates the accomplishments of UNC Charlotte Honors students and research scholars. 

This Symposium site contains pre-recorded summaries for many of the presentations that you can see in person on December 1, 2023. This site allows attendees to engage with student projects from anywhere in the world at any time! We hope that you will support our students both virtually and in person if you're in the Charlotte area. The in-person Honors Research Symposium will be held in the Dubois Center at UNC Charlotte Center City. A schedule will be provided below.

Schedule: T.B.D.

The Keynote speaker for the event will Be Dr. Richard Watkins.  Richard Watkins, a native of North Carolina, is a distinguished scientist specializing in Virology, with a Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC). His research focused on understanding disease progression towards AIDS in HIV-infected patients. Prior to UNC, Richard earned a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Fayetteville State University, where he excelled both academically and as a varsity football player.

Driven by his passion for bridging the gap between scientific advancements and stakeholders, Richard founded The Science Policy Action Network, Inc. (SPAN) in 2014. SPAN aims to address critical gaps between scientific progress and societal impact, envisioning a scientific enterprise that fosters opportunities for societal prosperity.

As the former President of the UNC Chapter and Director of Membership and Chapters of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Honor Society, Richard Watkins played a pivotal role in actively promoting scientific knowledge and nurturing a diverse and inclusive scientific community. Sigma Xi, being one of the world's oldest and most prestigious scientific organizations, is dedicated to enhancing the health of the research enterprise, fostering integrity in science and engineering, and advancing the public's understanding of science to improve the human condition. 

Richard previously played a pivotal role in developing and leading the Chancellor's Science Scholars Program at UNC. This program encourages talented students to explore their STEM interests at a renowned research university, fostering collaboration and inspiration within a small community.

Richard Watkins' distinguished career, dedication to scientific advancement, and commitment to fostering collaborations make him a respected figure in the scientific community. His multifaceted contributions continue to shape the future of science and inspire the next generation of scientific leaders.

View the digital abstract book: T.B.D.

Navigating the Online Exhibition and Commenting on Presentations

1. Find presentations via the "Presentations" tab at the top of this page.

2. You may use the filter categories on the left to find posters by College, page numbers at the bottom, or the search bar at the top to find posters of particular interest.

3. Click on a poster to view it in full along with the abstract and recorded video presentation. Use the screen controls to zoom in and out to see the poster details.

4. You may leave comments and questions on presentations, to be responded to asynchronously by presenters.

5. Questions and comments on presentations are strongly encouraged! Scroll down to find the comment area at the bottom of each presentation. Presenters will be notified via e-mail of any comments and questions; attendees will be notified if a presenter replies to their comment or question.

6. Please remember our commitment to advancing a culture and community of mutual respect at UNCC; refrain from negative comments.

We hope you will take some time to offer comments and questions to this year’s presenters. Thank you!