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January 2018

Jan 17, 2018

Smart Insulin Patch May Aid Future Therapies

Yanqi Ye, biomedical engineering student, is exploring ways to use micro-needles in a skin patch prevent and control diabetes and skin cancer. 

Jan 17, 2018

Campus Energy, Water Savings Continue in 2017

NC State Energy Management releases the 2017 Strategic Energy and Water Report, highlighting NC State's ongoing progress in meeting its energy and water-savings goals. 

A close-up of of one of the woven wolves at Wolf Plaza on NC State's campus.

Jan 17, 2018

University of Georgia Honors NC State Education Prof

Marc Grimmett, an associate professor in the College of Education, is one of five recipients of UGA’s Distinguished Alumni Award. 

Jan 17, 2018

Designing the Next Generation of Hair Dyes

A new NC State database reveals promising approaches to making safer, more sustainable hair color. 

Jan 17, 2018

More LimeBikes on the Way

After a successful first semester with thousands of riders, bike share on NC State’s campus is expanding in 2018. 

Jan 16, 2018

Why Don’t Turtles Still Have Tail Spikes? Researchers Explain Why Tail Weaponry Is Rare

The evolution of tail weaponry in Ankylosaurus and Stegosaurus required a ‘perfect storm’ of traits that aren’t seen in living animals, which is why tail weaponry is rare even in the fossil record. 

Jan 16, 2018

How Winter Temps Can Affect Your Spring Fishing

Recent research has changed what we know about spotted seatrout and cold weather. 

Jan 11, 2018

Think Tank Credits NC State for Raleigh Prosperity

The Milken Institute gives NC State high marks for helping to drive Raleigh’s fast-growing economy, noting the university’s role in research, innovation and economic development. 

Picture of NC State's gateway.

Jan 11, 2018

VF Corporation and NC State Announce Strategic, Multiyear Partnership

The partnership will create new opportunities for students and boost research on textiles and apparel. 

Jan 10, 2018

Owens Honored With Menscer Cup

Longtime NC State supporter Jim Owens, the retired chairman and CEO of Caterpillar Inc., is recognized for outstanding philanthropy, dedication and leadership. 

Jan 10, 2018

Solar Vehicle Team Project Takes Unusual Route

A team of NC State students designs a solar car focusing on practicality as well as performance and energy efficiency. 

Jan 10, 2018

University Standing Committee Survey Now Open

Interested in being on a university committee to help set the direction of NC State? The annual University Standing Committee Survey is open through Jan. 29. 

Jan 10, 2018

DELTA Hosts Faculty Discussion on Testing Services

NC State faculty, are you interested in or do you currently use DELTA Testing Services and want to learn more? Join a discussion 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 19 in Park Shops 130. 

Jan 10, 2018

Stefanski Named Head of Statistics

Len Stefanski, a longtime NC State professor and prominent statistician, will lead a thriving department. 

Jan 10, 2018

Dining Intros Compostable Coca-Cola Cups

NC State Dining now offers eco-friendly cups in the Talley Student Union and On the Oval.