Burning Desire

Woman in protective gear and holding a shovel looks at fire and smoke from a controlled burn.

Published on Feb 20, 2019

Burning Desire

NC State scientists work to restore a rare longleaf pine stand for research, education and outreach. Among their first steps: setting fire to the site.

A student looks through virtual reality goggles and uses a controller

Published on Feb 20, 2019

Emerging Opportunities and Jobs in the Bioeconomy

Informal STEM education, including gaming technologies, could give the bioeconomy a boost.

Published on Feb 14, 2019

Is Hemp The Same Thing As Marijuana?

What's the difference between marijuana and hemp?

Published on Feb 14, 2019

How do pets show love?

We’d all like to think that our pets love us as much as we love them, but how can we know? How exactly could pets show love, anyway? Are they cuddling with us out of affection or because they want…

Published on Feb 13, 2019

Why Does Food Cook Faster In A Pressure Cooker?

How do pressure cookers work?

Published on Feb 8, 2019

Is there fat in fruits and nuts, and how much?

While most people associate fat with junk food, many “healthy” foods contain fats as well – including fruits and nuts.

Published on Feb 6, 2019

How to Pick the Right Thrift Store for All the Stuff That Didn’t Spark Joy

Now that Marie Kondo has convinced you to tidy up, what do you do with all that stuff?

NC State University sign on metal gateway.

Published on Feb 5, 2019

New Computer Program Aims to Reduce DNA Contamination in Microbial Samples

A new, open-source software package created by researchers at NC State and Stanford could help reduce contamination in microbial samples.

Published on Jan 30, 2019

How Do We Talk About Climate Change On Social Media?

Are extreme weather events good opportunities for talking about climate change?

Published on Jan 28, 2019

What Happens When You Run On a Full Stomach?

Don't expect to set any land speed records if you're running on a full stomach.

Published on Jan 24, 2019

Maternal Instincts Don’t Explain the Gender Gap on GM Foods

Why are women more skeptical about GM foods?

Published on Jan 18, 2019

Can Genetic Engineering Save Disappearing Forests?

Forests in the U.S. face many threats: climate change, invasive species, pests and pathogens. Could genetically engineering trees make these plants more resilient?

Published on Jan 16, 2019

Why Do Egg Whites Turn White When You Cook Them?

Why do egg whites turn white? Does that make them safe to eat?

Pictured in his lab, Allen Cohen holds a tray of silkworms.

Published on Jan 16, 2019

Bee-Killing Mite Isn’t a Vampire After All

A study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science this week debunks the long-held belief that varroa mites feed on “bee blood” – AKA hemolymph. NC State researcher Allen Cohen, co-author of the paper, explains.

Published on Jan 14, 2019

Bringing Medieval Literature Into the Digital Age

An expansive digital humanities project is breathing new life into the work of William Langland — more than 600 years after his death.

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Burning Desire

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Emerging Opportunities and Jobs in the Bioeconomy

Is Hemp The Same Thing As Marijuana?

How do pets show love?

Why Does Food Cook Faster In A Pressure Cooker?

Is there fat in fruits and nuts, and how much?

How to Pick the Right Thrift Store for All the Stuff That Didn’t Spark Joy

New Computer Program Aims to Reduce DNA Contamination in Microbial Samples

How Do We Talk About Climate Change On Social Media?

What Happens When You Run On a Full Stomach?

Maternal Instincts Don’t Explain the Gender Gap on GM Foods

Can Genetic Engineering Save Disappearing Forests?

Why Do Egg Whites Turn White When You Cook Them?

Bee-Killing Mite Isn’t a Vampire After All

Bringing Medieval Literature Into the Digital Age