2015

Apr 27, 2015

Terry Foundation Gives $16 Million for Veterinary Research, Scholarships

Chancellor Randy Woodson announced today a $16 million gift from the Randall B. Terry Charitable Foundation that will fund research, scholarships and endowed professorships at NC State’s College of Veterinary Medicine. 

Apr 27, 2015

Terry’s Lasting Legacy

A new $16 million gift from the R.B. Terry Charitable Foundation will keep NC State’s College of Veterinary Medicine on the cutting edge for years to come — by providing generous support for its student, faculty and research endowments. 

Apr 27, 2015

Lightweight Membrane Can Significantly Reduce In-Flight Aircraft Noise

Riding in a helicopter or airplane can be a noisy experience for passengers. But researchers have developed a membrane that can be incorporated into aircraft to drastically reduce the low-frequency noise that penetrates the cabin. 

Apr 24, 2015

Beagles Help Hunt for Genes Associated With Canine, Human Bladder Cancer

Beagles are more than just one of the most popular dog breeds in America. According to new NC State research, they are also key to new findings about the chromosomal changes associated with urothelial carcinoma, or bladder cancer. 

Apr 23, 2015

Baliga Wins Global Energy Prize

An NC State professor who pioneered a semiconductor device that has reduced carbon emissions by trillions of pounds is honored with an international award for scientific achievement. 

Apr 23, 2015

Electron Spin Brings Some Order to High Entropy Alloys

High entropy alloys (HEAs) are known for amazing properties -- and having chaotic atomic structures. But researchers have discovered that electron spin brings a previously unknown degree of order to HEAs, and may play a role in giving the alloys desirable properties. 

Apr 22, 2015

More Big Shoes to Fill on Campus

NC State will launch nationwide searches to fill three key positions on campus in the coming year: dean of the College of Education, dean of the Poole College of Management and vice chancellor for finance and business. 

Apr 22, 2015

Yow Receives 2-Year Extension, Raise

NC State athletics director Deborah A. Yow receives a two-year extension and a raise by the NC State Board of Trustees. She will earn a total annual compensation package of $690,000. 

Apr 22, 2015

Pullen Road Extension Approved

The Raleigh City Council this week approved plans to extend Pullen Road to Centennial Parkway, significantly shortening the time it takes to go between campuses. The $3 million project is expected to be done by 2017. 

Apr 22, 2015

Campus Sustainability Efforts Rewarded

The Campus Environmental Sustainability Team presented its annual Greenbrick Awards on April 17, honoring the efforts of student Hannah Frank, staff member David Johnson, faculty member Danesha Seth Carley and the University Student Centers. 

Apr 22, 2015

Symposium Highlights New Clusters

Attend a free event introducing the university’s newest faculty clusters. Wayne Holden, president of RTI International, will give the keynote address. 

Apr 22, 2015

From Punk Guitarist to Research Entomologist

Scientists don't fit stereotypes. Clint Penick studies the evolution of social traits in insect societies. He also recorded and toured as a punk rock guitarist. 

Apr 22, 2015

StateView Hotel Breaks Ground

Construction is ready to begin on the StateView Hotel, the next step in what Chancellor Randy Woodson calls the "neighborhood of hospitality" on Centennial Campus. 

Apr 20, 2015

Researchers Produce First Atlas of Airborne Microbes Across United States

Researchers produce first atlas of airborne microbes across the United States. 

Apr 20, 2015

What Science Looks Like at NC State

At NC State, science is more than labs, computers and experiments. Science is a story. Science is a calling. Science is diverse. These are the stories of the dual identities of our scientists – the researcher and the everyday man or woman.