April 2014

Apr 24, 2014

Question Authority

An NC State English professor with a background in journalism gets the chance to demonstrate his smarts on a Hollywood game show on Monday. We'll take Wolfpack pride for $500, Alex. 

Apr 24, 2014

NC State Hosts Science Olympiad April 26

Approximately 2,000 middle-and high-school students will launch homemade bottle rockets, operate self-made vehicles, and send elastic gliders soaring skyward at the N.C. Science Olympiad State Tournament at North Carolina State University on Saturday, April 26. Media are invited to attend the event, which will be held from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Reynolds Coliseum on… 

Apr 24, 2014

This Is What Science Looks Like at NC State: Kristy Boyer

Editor’s note: This post comes from Kristy Boyer, an assistant professor of computer science at NC State. The post is part of an ongoing series that we hope will highlight the diversity of researchers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The series is inspired by the This Is What A Scientist Looks Like site. My name… 

Apr 24, 2014

New Ultrasound Device May Aid in Detecting Risk for Heart Attack, Stroke

Researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have developed an ultrasound device that could help identify arterial plaque that is at high risk of breaking off and causing heart attack or stroke. 

Apr 23, 2014

PFL Graduates Honored

The Graduate School recognized the graduate students and postdoctoral scholars who have successfully completed the Preparing Future Leaders programs. 

Apr 23, 2014

Controlled Drainage Expert Honored

An NC State researcher has been honored for his work to promote best practices in drainage water management. 

Apr 23, 2014

OIT Offers Free Classes

Find out how to create a Google website, conquer Google Calendar or unlock the power of OS X devices. These are just a few of the high-tech skills you can master with the help of the patient professionals in OIT. 

Apr 23, 2014

DELTA Has Grants to Improve Courses

If you're looking to flip the classroom, explore emerging technologies, redesign an existing course or create a new online course, talk to the experts in DELTA. Applications for DELTA Grants are due May 22. 

Apr 23, 2014

Get a Sneak Peek of New Products at NC State Lulu eGames Showcase

The Entrepreneurship Initiative at North Carolina State University is showcasing student entrepreneurs and the products they’ve developed as part of its eGames competition on Thursday, April 24 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the McKimmon Center on NC State’s campus. Media coverage of the event is invited. The Lulu eGames awards $40,000 in prize money to… 

Apr 22, 2014

Study: People Pay More Attention to the Upper Half of Field of Vision

A new study from North Carolina State University and the University of Toronto finds that people pay more attention to the upper half of their field of vision – a finding which could have ramifications for everything from traffic signs to software interface design. 

Apr 21, 2014

U.S. Archivist to Speak at NC State Commencement

David S. Ferriero, archivist of the United States, will deliver NC State’s commencement address on Saturday, May 10, at 9 a.m. at the PNC Arena in Raleigh. During the ceremony, Chancellor Randy Woodson will confer honorary degrees on Ferriero and noted sculptor Thomas Sayre. Ferriero heads the National Archives and Records Administration, responsible for running 13… 

Apr 21, 2014

This Is What Science Looks Like at NC State: Ann Ross

Editor’s note: This post comes from Ann Ross, a professor of anthropology at NC State. The post is part of an ongoing series that we hope will highlight the diversity of researchers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The series is inspired by the This Is What A Scientist Looks Like site. My name is Ann… 

Apr 18, 2014

Study Suggests Dan River Water Is Suitable for Irrigation and as Drinking Water for Livestock

Using projections of water-quality trends based on hundreds of water analyses made during a 40-day period following the release of approximately 39,000 tons of coal ash into the Dan River on Feb. 2, 2014, North Carolina State University soil scientists conclude that the river water is suitable for use as irrigation water on crops and… 

Apr 18, 2014

Impurity Size Affects Performance of Emerging Superconductive Material

Research from North Carolina State University finds that impurities can hurt performance – or possibly provide benefits – in a key superconductive material that is expected to find use in a host of applications, including future particle colliders. The size of the impurities determines whether they help or hinder the material’s performance. 

Apr 17, 2014

OIT Advises Changing Unity Password

Although there are no signs that NC State systems were affected by the Heartbleed security flaw, it's better to be safe than sorry. The Office of Information Technology provides step-by-step guidelines for changing your Unity ID.