April 2014

Apr 15, 2014

Why Captain America’s Shield Is Basically a Star-Spangled Supercapacitor

Captain America’s shield is famous for absorbing tremendous amounts of kinetic energy, from an artillery shell to a punch from the Hulk – keeping Cap not only safe, but on his feet.  What’s going on here? It’s tough to explain how the shield works, in part because it behaves differently under different circumstances. Sometimes the… 

Apr 14, 2014

Strawberry Fields Forever

North Carolina is the nation’s No. 3 strawberry producer, but many of the state’s berries grow on small plots lacking the acreage to carry out sustainable growing practices like crop rotation. That, combined with constant concerns about soil pathogens and reliance on chemicals to rid plants of ubiquitous pests like spider mites, puts immense pressure… 

Apr 14, 2014

Study Links Domestic Abuse to Mental Health Problems in New Mothers

A new study shows that domestic abuse is closely linked to postpartum mental health problems, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in mothers. The research also found that specific types of abuse are associated with specific mental health problems. The work was done by researchers at North Carolina State University, Simon Fraser University and… 

Apr 13, 2014

Finding the Switch: Researchers Create Roadmap for Gene Expression

In a new study, researchers from North Carolina State University, UNC-Chapel Hill and other institutions have taken the first steps toward creating a roadmap that may help scientists narrow down the genetic cause of numerous diseases. Their work also sheds new light on how heredity and environment can affect gene expression. Pinpointing the genetic causes… 

Apr 13, 2014

Athletics Honors Top Performers

Women's basketball player Kody Burke took home three major awards, including the H.C. Kennett Award as the school's top female athlete, Monday night at the annual Wolfie Awards banquet. Baseball pitcher Carlos Rodon won the top male athlete award for his performance during the 2013 season. 

Apr 11, 2014

Narayan Receives UNC System O. Max Gardner Award

Dr. Jay Narayan, John C. C. Fan Family Distinguished Chair Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at North Carolina State University, is the 2014 recipient of the O. Max Gardner Award – the most significant universitywide honor given to faculty by the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. The award is presented each year… 

Apr 11, 2014

This Is What Science Looks Like at NC State: Lynsey Romo

Editor’s note: This post was written by Lynsey Romo, an assistant professor in the Department of Communication. 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… 

Apr 10, 2014

Watch for Staff Survey

Next week staff members have the opportunity to participate in the university’s staff well-being survey. Watch for an email with a link to the survey website. 

Apr 10, 2014

Big-Screen Project Eyes Conflicts

Students in Marsha Gordon's war documentaries class take advantage of the Hunt Library's giant displays to present a multimedia project on America's military conflicts. 

Apr 10, 2014

Budget Reversion Brings Belt Tightening

NC State faces a one-time budget reduction due to a drop in state appropriated funds. Gov. McCrory says overruns in Medicaid spending and uncertain revenues drive the budget reversion. 

Apr 10, 2014

Enzyme ‘Wrench’ Could Be Key to Stronger, More Effective Antibiotics

Builders and factory workers know that getting a job done right requires precision and specialized tools. The same is true when you’re building antibiotic compounds at the molecular level. New findings from North Carolina State University may turn an enzyme that acts as a specialized “wrench” in antibiotic assembly into a set of wrenches that… 

Apr 10, 2014

‘Farm Feast’ Features NC Fare

To celebrate NC State's agricultural roots, the campus community is invited to enjoy a meal made from a variety of farm-fresh products. Check out Monday's menu. 

Apr 10, 2014

Football Greats Return for Game

Football alumni are back on the gridiron for Saturday's Kay Yow Spring Football Game. Among the stars are Russell Wilson and Mario Williams, whose jersey numbers will be honored. 

Apr 10, 2014

Tyson Shows Star Power

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson talks about science literacy, creationism and alien abductions during a whirlwind day on campus. Probe the mind behind the hit TV show, "Cosmos." 

Apr 9, 2014

Say Goodbye to Windows XP

Next month, NC State will disconnect computers running Windows XP from the campus network. Find out how to upgrade to a supported version of Windows.