Tracey Peake

Feb 11, 2021

Multi-Model Approach Could Help Farmers Prepare for, Contain PEDV Outbreaks

A three-model approach could help farmers prevent the spread of PEDV in pigs. 

Feb 9, 2021

Bidirectional Contact Tracing Could Have a Dramatic Impact on COVID-19 Infection Numbers

NC State mathematician Alun Lloyd recently co-authored a study that found bidirectional contact tracing is twice as effective as forward tracing, the contact tracing method currently in use. 

Feb 4, 2021

“Stealthy” Stem Cells Better for Treating Tendon Injuries in Horses

"Hiding" donor stem cells from the recipient's immune system may simplify the treatment process of horses with musculoskeletal injury. 

Feb 2, 2021

Parasaurolophus Skull Solves Mysteries of Colorful Crest, Family Tree

A well-preserved skull answers questions about the Parasaurolophus family tree. 

Feb 1, 2021

Lactobacillus Manipulates Bile Acids To Create Favorable Gut Environment

Probiotic bacteria create a better environment for their survival by manipulating bile acids. 

Jan 27, 2021

Zapping Quantum Materials With Lasers Tells Us How Atoms Relate

Want to know how a quantum material acts on the atomic level? Zap it with a laser! 

Jan 26, 2021

‘Tri-Active’ Contraceptive Gel Combines Spermicidal, Anti-Viral, Libido-Enhancing Agents

Researchers have created a new contraceptive gel that contains spermicidal, anti-viral and libido-enhancing agents. 

Jan 25, 2021

Survey: Barriers, Not Demographics, Affect Willingness to Pursue Veterinary Care

Barriers to access, not race, gender, or socioeconomic status, affect decision to seek veterinary care for dogs. 

Jan 25, 2021

Wetter Weather Affects Composition, Numbers of Tiny Estuarial Phytoplankton

Extreme weather affects picophytoplankton in the Neuse River Estuary, which could impact its ecosystem. 

Jan 19, 2021

Inflamed Environment Is C. diff Paradise

Inflammation benefits C. diff in two ways: by suppressing competition and creating more resources for the bacterium. 

Jan 12, 2021

Playing With Gravity

Student-created video game lets you use gravitational forces to propel a ship through space. 

Jan 11, 2021

Analytical Measurements Can Predict Organic Solar Cell Stability

An analytical measurement framework could help organic solar cell manufacturers determine the best materials for stable solar cells. 

Dec 17, 2020

Study Sets Baseline for Sleep Patterns in Healthy Adult Dogs

Knowing normal sleep patterns in dogs can help future researchers understand conditions that disrupt these patterns. 

Dec 8, 2020

Study: Bartonella Infection Associated With Psychiatric Symptoms and Skin Lesions

More evidence that Bartonella infection can be associated with neuropsychiatric and dermatological symptoms. 

Dec 1, 2020

Dueling Dinosaurs: A Q&A With Lindsay Zanno

Lindsay Zanno talks about the Dueling Dinosaurs fossil and what it could reveal.