These papers were presented during the Conference on Research and Regional Welfare, part of the Sescuicentennial Celebration of the university. The subjects cover a wide range: nutrition and public health, the humanities and social sciences, the physical sciences and industry, and the biological sciences.Originally published in 1946.A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.