Designing Healthy and Resilient Societies

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?

graphic of bone with osteoporosis compared to normal bone

Sep 17, 2019

Novel Approach to Ultrasound Raises Possibility of New Medical Applications

A new ultrasound technique provides a non-invasive way of assessing bone structure on the microscale.

handcuffs lying on top of a set of fingerprints

Sep 9, 2019

Study Sheds Light on How the Justice System Can Affect Physical, Mental Health

New research finds that being convicted of a crime is associated with a decline in health, even if there’s no jail time.

Aug 26, 2019

The Do’s and Don’ts of Backyard Poultry Farming

Editor’s Note: This is a guest post by Greer Arthur, Global Health Program Specialist at NC State’s College of Veterinary Medicine. As of July 12, 768 people in the U.S. have been infected with Salmonella, a group of bacteria that live in human and animal intestines and can often be found in poultry, raw meat, eggs…

A laser moves back and forth on a 3D printer on NC State's campus.

Aug 20, 2019

A 3D-Printed Future, Built at NC State

Meet researchers across our campus putting 3D printing to work to solve society's grand challenges.

Tim Horn stands in the Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics

Aug 19, 2019

Inside NC State’s Leading-Edge 3D Printing Hub

NC State's Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics pushes the boundaries of 3D printing to solve complex research problems.

Ross Sozzani next to a 3D bioprinter she uses for her research

Aug 19, 2019

Seeding the Next Generation of Plant Science at NC State

Harnessing 3D-printing technology, a revolution in plant design is taking root at NC State.

Aug 2, 2019

Self-Sterilizing Polymer Proves Effective Against Drug-Resistant Pathogens

Researchers have found an elastic polymer that possesses broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties, allowing it to kill a range of viruses and drug-resistant bacteria in just minutes – including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Jul 29, 2019

Interventions Aimed At Parents And Kids Boost Safe Sex Practices

Sexual health interventions involving parents and children lead to safer sexual practices – and don’t make adolescents more likely to engage in sexual activity.

computer image of a street intersection with a bicyclist straight ahead and a jogger on the left

Jul 22, 2019

When You Spot One Driving Hazard, You May Be Missing Another

A new study finds that when people notice one traffic hazard, they are less likely to see a simultaneous second hazard.

Jun 13, 2019

Salmonella Resistant to Antibiotics of Last Resort Found in U.S.

A gene that gives Salmonella resistance to antibiotics of last resort has been found in a sample taken from a human patient in the U.S.

A 3D printed aorta created using the device is flexed to show the unique properties and structure of the fiber printed output.

Jun 6, 2019

A Revolution in Regenerative Medicine — Led by NC State

NC State researchers are working to advance the medicine that can help your body to heal.

Jun 3, 2019

Research Sheds Light on the Importance of Police Trust in the Public

A recent study finds that police officers who place more trust in the public are also more likely to pursue cases on their own initiative – termed proactive policing – and have higher arrest rates.

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.