Matt Shipman

Oct 9, 2008

NC State Takes Lead In Crime Scene Investigation Training

North Carolina State University researchers are launching a new project that will standardize forensic crime scene investigation training throughout the state, decrease the cost of providing the training to law enforcement personnel and forensic scientists, and hopefully contribute to the establishment of nationwide standards for death investigations. 

Oct 2, 2008

New Study Shows Government Accommodates Rich and Poor Alike

The election year is in full swing, complete with allegations of class warfare and claims about which candidates cater to the rich and which candidates will best serve the interests of the poor and the middle class. But a new study, co-authored by North Carolina State University researcher Dr. Chris Ellis, explores the idea that… 

Sep 30, 2008

NC State Experts Can Address Economic Crisis

The current economic crisis is having a significant impact in areas far from Wall Street. North Carolina State University experts can provide key insights into the crisis’ impacts on everything from farmers and agriculture to this year’s elections and international relations. Dr. Arnold Oltmans, associate professor of agricultural and resource economics at NC State, can discuss… 

Sep 22, 2008

New Study Highlights Risk of Fake Popup Warnings for Internet Users

A new study by researchers at North Carolina State University shows that most Internet users are unable to distinguish genuine popup warnings messages from false ones – even after repeated mistakes. The fake ones were designed to trick users into downloading harmful software. 

Aug 26, 2008

NC State Expert Can Discuss History of Labor Day, and the Labor Movement In America

As Labor Day approaches, people are looking forward to a three-day weekend and the end of summer – but fewer and fewer people understand the day’s historical significance. A national holiday since 1894, Labor Day was initiated by the union movement to celebrate the American worker – and to highlight the size and political power… 

Aug 19, 2008

NC State Experts Offer Insight on Relations Between Russia, U.S. and Western Europe

Experts at North Carolina State University can offer important insights into U.S. and European diplomatic concerns stemming from the ongoing conflict between Russia and Georgia over the regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, as well as a recent agreement to site a U.S. missile defense system on Polish soil in return for assistance on Polish… 

Aug 13, 2008

NC State Welcomes New Wolfpack Members For 2008 School Year

They’re back! North Carolina State University welcomes new and returning students for the beginning of the fall semester and a new academic year on Wednesday, Aug. 20. 

Jul 31, 2008

New Study Shows Compounds From Soy Affect Brain and Reproductive Development

Two hormone-like compounds linked to the consumption of soy-based foods can cause irreversible changes in the structure of the brain, resulting in early-onset puberty and symptoms of advanced menopause in research animals, according to a new study by researchers at North Carolina State University. The study is a breakthrough in determining how these compounds can… 

Jul 16, 2008

New Paper Addresses Myths, Realities of Government Retiree Health-Care Crisis

While some states are taking adequate steps to address the cost of retiree health-care benefits, others – including New Jersey, New York, California and North Carolina – are facing tens of billions of dollars in so-called “unfunded liabilities.” The myths and realities of this potential crisis are laid out in a new issue brief written… 

Jul 16, 2008

Study Shows Increased Education on Nanotech, Human Enhancement Increases Public Concerns

Educating the public about nanotechnology and other complex but emerging technologies causes people to become more “worried and cautious” about the new technologies’ prospective benefits, according to a recent study by researchers at North Carolina State University. 

Jul 15, 2008

As Economy Slumps, New Study Highlights Tools For Avoiding Fiscal Crises in Local Government

As news reports focus on the shaky footing of the national economy, a researcher from North Carolina State University has released a study laying out several best practices that can be implemented by state governments to prevent or mitigate fiscal distress at the local government level. In his paper, Dr. Charles Coe urges state governments… 

Jul 2, 2008

Study Shows Quantum Dots Can Penetrate Skin Through Minor Abrasions

Researchers at North Carolina State University have found that quantum dot nanoparticles can penetrate the skin if there is an abrasion, providing insight into potential workplace concerns for healthcare workers or individuals involved in the manufacturing of quantum dots or doing research on potential biomedical applications of the tiny nanoparticles. 

Jun 11, 2008

NC State University Experts Available to Discuss Tomatoes and Salmonella Outbreak

North Carolina State University experts can address concerns about the safety of eating tomatoes in the wake of Salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated tomatoes found in 17 states, as well as questions about what this may mean for tomato growers in North Carolina and beyond. 

May 28, 2008

NC State Research Breakthrough Results In Super-Hard Nanocrystalline Iron That Can Take The Heat

Researchers at North Carolina State University have created a substance far stronger and harder than conventional iron, and which retains these properties under extremely high temperatures – opening the door to a wide variety of potential applications, such as engine components that are exposed to high stress and high temperatures. Iron that is made up… 

May 20, 2008

NC State Faculty Receive Fulbright Scholar Awards

Three North Carolina State University faculty members and one graduate student have been chosen to participate in the Fulbright Scholar program to study and teach abroad during the 2008-09 academic year. Fulbright grants are awarded each year to leading researchers, teachers and administrators at universities worldwide, allowing the recipients to travel, conduct research and teach…