Academy

Academy for research and scholarship

The Academy for Clinical Research and Scholarship (ACRS) at UNC Charlotte is dedicated to advancing nursing practice and improving health outcomes through research, education, and collaboration. ACRS fosters an inclusive community of scholars from nursing and allied disciplines, supporting knowledge generation, evidence translation, and innovation in clinical practice. By promoting PhD and DNP collaboration, interdisciplinary partnerships, and community engagement, ACRS builds research capacity and highlights nursing’s vital role in solving today’s complex health challenges.

Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or community partner, we invite you to dive deeper into our work. Explore our pages to discover current initiatives, collaborative opportunities, and the many ways ACRS is shaping the future of nursing research and practice.