April 2013

Apr 23, 2013

Bartonellosis: Diagnosing a Stealth Pathogen

NC State professor of veterinary internal medicine Ed Breitschwerdt has spent the last couple of decades working with Bartonella, bacteria historically associated with “cat scratch disease.” Bartonella is increasingly recognized as a cause of persistent intravascular infection that can result in severe health effects. Research from Breitschwerdt’s laboratory and others has led to the discovery of… 

Apr 23, 2013

Talk Explores Literacy, Technology and Libraries

Matt Ratto is the featured speaker at next month's I.T. Littleton Seminar. His talk will examine the intersection of literacy and technology. 

Apr 23, 2013

National Awards for Advisers

Five academic advisers were honored by the National Academic Advising Association for their efforts to support undergraduate success. 

Apr 23, 2013

Taking the Lead

NC State's new student body president recounts his exciting journey from the back of the class to the front of the pack. 

Apr 23, 2013

New Research Findings Open Door to Zinc-Oxide-based UV Lasers, LED Devices

Researchers from North Carolina State University have solved a long-standing materials science problem, making it possible to create new semiconductor devices using zinc oxide (ZnO) – including efficient ultraviolet (UV) lasers and LED devices for use in sensors and drinking water treatment, as well as new ferromagnetic devices. 

Apr 22, 2013

Earth Day 2013

NC State throws caution to the wind, along with obsolete data discs and videotapes, as the university community celebrates Earth Day. 

Apr 22, 2013

Ms. Wuf Goes Global

Ms. Wuf joined the international community at the fifth annual End of the Year Party hosted by the Office of International Services last week. 

Apr 22, 2013

A Single Challenge, a Suite of Experts

Changing climates mean new stresses for plant life. With NSF support, NC State researchers in computer engineering, biological engineering and plant biology are studying how plants will respond to those stresses. 

Apr 22, 2013

Study Shows Reproductive Effects of Pesticide Exposure Span Generations

North Carolina State University researchers studying aquatic organisms called Daphnia have found that exposure to a chemical pesticide has impacts that span multiple generations – causing the so-called “water fleas” to produce more male offspring, and causing reproductive problems in female offspring. 

Apr 18, 2013

Four Appointees Named to NC State Board of Trustees

North Carolina State University’s Board of Trustees added two new members and had two members reappointed to four-year terms. All four were elected by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. New Appointments Thomas “Tom” Edward Cabaniss of Richmond, Va., earned his Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from NC State and earned his… 

Apr 18, 2013

New Deadline for Wolfpack One Card

You still have time to sign up for your free Wolfpack One card featuring the U.S. Bank Debit MasterCard account. The deadline has been extended to June 15. 

Apr 18, 2013

Attend Food Security Workshop

Attend the upcoming Food Security and Health Workshop to learn more about research and collaboration opportunities. 

Apr 18, 2013

New Algorithm Helps Evaluate, Rank Scientific Literature

Keeping up with current scientific literature is a daunting task, considering that hundreds to thousands of papers are published each day. Now researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a computer program to help them evaluate and rank scientific articles in their field. 

Apr 17, 2013

Tour to Showcase NC State’s Impact

New employees are encouraged to sign up for a daylong tour of Harnett County scheduled for Thursday, May 16. 

Apr 17, 2013

Service Dogs Get Free Eye Exams

NC State vets are offering free eye examinations to qualified working or service dogs throughout May.