The Abstract

Published on Jul 25, 2019

Using Virtual Reality to Create New Tech for First Responders

Virtual reality allows researchers to develop and test new technologies for first responders without putting lives at risk. 

Published on Jul 24, 2019

When Science is Sidelined, Uncertainty Reigns

Science is fundamental to effective decision-making and public policy. And uncertainty in science does *not* mean we don’t know enough to make rational and informed choices. 

Published on Jul 23, 2019

How Fireflies Glow – and What Signals They’re Sending

NC State's Clyde Sorenson shines a light on bioluminescent beetles. 

Published on Jul 22, 2019

From the Lab and Greenhouse to Farmers’ Fields

New soybean research with roots in the North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative aims to protect the crop from climate change. 

Published on Jul 15, 2019

What Can Researchers Learn by Eavesdropping on Fish?

Want to know how fish use oyster reefs? Eavesdrop on them. 

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 15, 2019

A New Way to Help Stop Insect Pests in Their Tracks

The spotted lanternfly is one of many invasive insect pests causing economic and ecological damage in the US. A new geospatial decision-support tool developed at NC State is helping managers to curb their spread. 

Published on Jul 15, 2019

Risk, Uncertainty and the Role of the Public Research University

There is a lot about our society we still don’t understand. Much of what we do understand stems from university research. 

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 Jul 2, 2019

Being Certain About Uncertainty

Most people don't understand uncertainty. Let's talk about that. 

Published on Jun 25, 2019

Can Parks Help Cities Fight Crime?

A study of green space and parks in the 300 largest U.S. cities reveals what helps lower the risk of crime. 

Published on Jun 24, 2019

NYC Park Study Compares Crime Reports, Kids’ Park Use

Community health researchers saw fewer elementary-age kids, particularly girls, in New York City public parks following crime reports. 

Published on Jun 19, 2019

What Does ‘Chance of Rain’ Actually Mean?

When forecasters say there’s a “10% chance of precipitation,” what does it mean? 

Published on Jun 17, 2019

How Dogs Evolved ‘Puppy Dog Eyes’

Researchers have discovered the secret of "puppy dog eyes." 

Published on Jun 5, 2019

NCICS to Host NOAA Cooperative Institute

The Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies will be dedicated to expanding our understanding of the full Earth system and its interactions with human activities.