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2021

NC State University doctoral researcher Will Reckling prepares to launch a drone on Roan Mountain, NC, to map the area for endangered high-elevation plants.

Nov 8, 2021

Keeping Track of Rare Mountaintop Plants with Drones

Drones allow researchers to more safely and efficiently monitor endangered high-elevation plants. 

A person holds two small blocks of silver metal foam.

Nov 3, 2021

Composite Metal Foam on Its Way to Influencing Market

Afsaneh Rabiei's composite metal foam can be used in numerous industries, and it has the potential to save lives. 

college students at a crowded party

Nov 3, 2021

Study Highlights Challenges, Strategies for Students Recovering from Alcoholism

The study sheds light on uncertainties college students grapple with while trying to maintain their sobriety. 

school-aged child at desk, looking ahead with mouth open

Nov 2, 2021

New Tool Assesses How Well People Read Kids’ Emotions

The new technique shows that adults are often wrong when assessing the emotions of children. 

Students work in a textile lab, writing on whiteboards and working in small groups at tables

Nov 1, 2021

Where Textiles Meets STEM

In the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science, STEM majors can discover surprising opportunities and exceptional career preparation. 

Dead ponderosa pine trees in California.

Nov 1, 2021

During An Historic Drought, Higher Temperatures Helped a Beetle Kill More California Pine Trees

Higher temperatures during an historic California drought helped a beetle kill more ponderosa pine trees. 

Woman wears virtual reality headset.

Nov 1, 2021

Expert: Technology Could Help Clothing Retailers Become More Sustainable

NC State's Byoungho Ellie Jin explores the role that technologies like artificial intelligence, virtual reality and 3D printing could play in addressing industry problems like oversupply. 

group of people at an outdoor party with one person standing apart from the others

Nov 1, 2021

Study IDs Strategies to Help Recovering Alcoholics

The study found six strategies recovering alcoholics use to negotiate social situations and remain sober. 

woman in face mask places band-aid on shoulder of another woman wearing a facemask

Oct 28, 2021

How COVID-19 Vaccine Marketing Strategies Must Change for Global Success

Different approaches are effective in different parts of the world. 

The coast of North Carolina's Corolla Beach in the Outer Banks

Oct 27, 2021

Changing Tides: Reimagining Tourism in the Outer Banks

As a tourism boom threatens the economic, social and environmental resources on the Outer Banks, one NC State researcher is working with communities to identify solutions. 

Chancellor Randy Woodson speaks at an event for FUJIFILM Diosynth.

Oct 27, 2021

NC State’s Partnership With FUJIFILM Diosynth Supports North Carolina’s Growing Economy

FUJIFILM Diosynth's expansion to Holly Springs is the largest life sciences investment in North Carolina's history — and NC State helped make it a reality. 

Halloween Foods

Oct 26, 2021

Trick-or-Treating Food Safety Tips

With the COVID-19 pandemic still lingering, Ellen Shumaker, extension associate and Director of Outreach for Safe Plates at NC State University, sat down with The Abstract to discuss what trick-or-treating may look like this year and which foods to steer clear of. When trick-or-treating this year, “it’s really up to each person to decide their level… 

Skulls of a baboon and howler monkey with the teeth "digitally dissected."

Oct 26, 2021

What Big Teeth You Have: Tooth Root Surface Area Can Determine Primate Size

A formula that calculates primate body size from tooth root size could help us learn how human ancestors interacted with their environment. 

a bunch of red, white and yellow onions on a table

Oct 25, 2021

Salmonella in Onions: What You Need to Know

How can I tell which onions are safe? What do I do if I'm not sure? 

three scientific figures in three different colors

Oct 25, 2021

New Synthesis Process Paves Way for More Efficient Lasers, LEDs

A new process uses existing techniques to make more efficient LEDs and lasers.