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Published on Jan 2, 2020

Fusing Disciplines, Transforming Graduate Education

An interdisciplinary program prepares students to grapple with the growing role of genetic engineering and biotechnology in agriculture — and solve complex societal problems. 

Published on Dec 16, 2019

Salty Algae Leads to Sweet Success

NC State University professor Heike Sederoff started studying saltwater algae more than a decade ago as part of a project to use algae to make biofuel. This research led to a recent paper in the journal Nature and a biofuels patent application. 

Published on Nov 12, 2019

Genetic Engineering Tools Produce Better-Modified Plants Faster, Easier

New genetic engineering tools make recombineering large plant genes faster and easier. 

Published on Oct 1, 2019

Amazon Rainforest Fires: Everything You Need to Know

Thousands of fires continue to burn across the Brazilian Amazon. Our researchers have answers to your questions. 

Published on Sep 26, 2019

Does the Rising Heat in Raleigh Disproportionately Affect Low-Income and Minority Groups?

Due to a lack of green space and a gentrification pattern in Raleigh, heat is rising. Who does this impact the most? 

Published on Sep 6, 2019

Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Helps Turn NC State Research Into Real-World Solutions

The Chancellor’s Innovation Fund is helping six researchers turn their discoveries into market-ready solutions. 

Published on Jul 15, 2019

New Study Checks Back in With Rehabbed, Released Sea Turtles

Craig Harms' latest collaboration aims to assess success of turtle rescue efforts. 

Published on Jul 9, 2019

Destination: Madagascar, the Living Laboratory

Through the Ants and Canopy Bootcamp, a group of students from the U.S. and Madagascar will explore biological diversity with NC State's Bonnie Blaimer and the California Academy of Sciences' Brian Fisher. 

Published on May 31, 2019

Forestry Researchers Gain New Insights Into Wood Formation

Research from NC State's Forest Biotechnology Group has applications in timber, paper and biofuels, as well as healthier forests. 

Published on May 31, 2019

CALS Researcher Works to Unlock the Power of Cellulose

Meet the NC State researcher at the center of the effort to unlock cellulose’s potential. 

Published on May 29, 2019

Startup Shapes a Smarter Personality Test

A fake-resistant personality test developed by NC State researchers is helping companies better screen job applicants. 

Published on May 29, 2019

$20M Investment Bolsters Locus Biosciences’ CRISPR-Cas Innovation

See how an NC State spinout is working to combat bacterial infections with support from a groundbreaking partnership. 

Published on May 29, 2019

Howling Cow Makes Its First Foray off Campus

Howling Cow ice cream hits the shelves of Harris Teeter grocery stores — and helps generate funds for the university's agricultural education programs. 

Published on May 16, 2019

Fighting Infectious Disease: CVM Partners With Senegal Research Institute

Partnership aims to advance infectious disease research in West Africa. 

Published on Sep 19, 2018

Revealing the Math Behind Every Building

An interdisciplinary duo at NC State has developed one powerful teaching tool: a computer game that helps middle and high school students learn math concepts as they design virtual cities.