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‘Opportunity Is the First Thing’

2023

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Mar 15, 2023

Xu Participates in NASEM Meeting of Experts

Cheryl Xu presented on the characterization of material’s electromagnetic and infrared properties at high temperatures. 
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Mar 14, 2023

Technique Offers New Insight into How Materials Respond to Stresses

The work can be used to inform the development of everything from new electronic devices to high-performance textiles. 
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Mar 13, 2023

The Right Cocktail of Gut Enzymes Can Stop C. diff in its Tracks

Understanding the interaction between enzymes from "good" bacteria like lactobacillus and the gut environment will enable us to design probiotics that inhibit C. diff. 
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Mar 13, 2023

What ‘Chornobyl Dogs’ Can Tell Us About Survival in Contaminated Environments

Researchers investigate the genetic structure of stray dogs living near the Chornobyl nuclear power plant. 
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Mar 13, 2023

Health Coaching Program Shows Promise for Managing Student Stress

NC State researchers used Fitbits to track students' physical activity and sleep in a pilot program launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Mar 10, 2023

Enjoy the break ahead, Wolfpack

NC State Chancellor Randy Woodson shares a message on spring break and the available mental health and well-being resources. Watch the video message here. 
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Mar 10, 2023

Some Stirring Required: Fluid Mixing Enables Scalable Manufacturing of Soft Polymer Structures

A new, scalable technique allows users to manufacture soft polymer materials in a dozen different structures, or morphologies. 
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Mar 9, 2023

In N.C., It Should Probably Be ‘No Mow March’

An NC State turfgrass expert explains the importance of mowing for weed control and promoting healthy grass. 
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Mar 9, 2023

NC State Basketball Legends Return

See David Thompson, Tom Burleson and Monte Towe at two free, public events this weekend at the Greensboro Coliseum Complex. 
In episode 5 of Red Chair Chats, Chancellor Randy Woodson sits down with Kofi Boone, a distinguished professor of landscape architecture in NC State's College of Design.

Mar 8, 2023

Chancellor Woodson Talks Community and Design with Professor Kofi Boone

Chancellor Woodson and Professor Kofi Boone discuss landscape architecture and environmental justice in episode five of Red Chair Chats. 
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Mar 8, 2023

Saving Bees, Butterflies – and Maybe Even Flies – Yard by Yard

The shape, color and even smell of the flowers that you plant determine the types of pollinators that come to your garden, an NC State expert says. 
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Mar 8, 2023

Wildflowers Near Lawns Can Increase Bee Abundance

Planting strips of wildflowers near lawns can help pollinators, an NC State Extension expert found. 

Mar 8, 2023

A Community of Care: Student Mental Health Ambassadors

Mental Health Ambassadors are dedicated to mental health outreach and advocacy at NC State. 
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Mar 7, 2023

What Do Messy Lawns Have to do With Bee Food? A Bee Expert Explains

An NC State bee expert weighs in as part of a series exploring whether the way we manage our home lawns and gardens could make a difference for pollinators. 
Karen Sims and Gerald Cobb

Mar 7, 2023

‘Opportunity Is the First Thing’

The co-chairs of NC State's African American Faculty and Staff Organization strive to build on the group’s legacy with an eye toward the future.