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May 10, 2012

May 10, 2012

Realignment Team Reaches Out to Campus

Attend a forum on Monday to learn more about efforts to streamline business services. The plan includes new opportunities for employees and more responsive service across campus. But the hard work is still ahead. Find out why your input is vital. 

May 10, 2012

Closing the Gap on New Gown

With your backing, the College of Textiles may soon launch the biggest change in health coverage in 100 years: a new hospital gown that opens in the front. 

May 10, 2012

Researchers Use Light to Switch On Gene Expression

Imagine being able to control genetic expression by flipping a light switch. Researchers at North Carolina State University are using light-activated molecules to turn gene expression on and off. Their method enables greater precision when studying gene function, and could lead to targeted therapies for diseases like cancer. Triplex-forming oligonucleotides (TFOs) are commonly used molecules… 

May 10, 2012

Efforts to Help Homeless Kids Gaining Traction

Homeless children are at higher risk for mental health problems than other kids, but one researcher from NC State is taking action to give these kids a better chance for a healthy life. Last year, we told you about Mary Haskett’s work with a program called Project CATCH, which aims to provide homeless children with the… 

May 10, 2012

Model Forecasts Long-Term Impacts of Forest Land-Use Decisions

The drive to develop crops for use in biofuels is raising questions about how to use forest land. A new computer model developed at North Carolina State University offers the most detailed insight yet into predicting how these new land uses might impact the environment – and may also help us understand how the forest…