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Oct 27, 2011

What Lives Under Your Bed?

Unknown creatures are lurking in the dark corners of your house, even under the bed. Biologist Rob Dunn wants to shine a light on them. 

Oct 23, 2011

Wild Life In Your Home

You may not know it, but your home is host to a staggering array of wild life that you can’t even see. To figure out what we’re living with, NC State researcher Rob Dunn wants to set out on a safari – in your house. 

Oct 19, 2011

Homegrown Talent

Meet two of the horticultural masterminds behind a garden spot at the N.C. State Fair—they're your colleagues—and see our photo gallery. 

Oct 17, 2011

Davis Inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame

Dr. Michael Davis, assistant vice chancellor for extension and engagement, has been inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. 

Oct 13, 2011

Chinn Receives Early Career Award

Dr. Mari S. Chinn received an early career award for leadership in education from the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers. 

Oct 12, 2011

Here come the judges

NC State faculty members help find the best North Carolina has to offer in culinary competitions at the North Carolina State Fair. 

Oct 9, 2011

Howling Cow a State Fair hit

Howling Cow ice cream, produced at NC State, is one of the most sought-out foods on NC State Fair midway. But it's more than just a fair phenomenon. 

Oct 5, 2011

Mackay Wins State’s Top Honor

Geneticist Dr.Trudy Mackay will receive the North Carolina Award, the state’s highest civilian honor, for her contributions to science. 

Sep 9, 2011

‘In the Garden’ Opens Ninth Season

Don't miss the first new episode of "In the Garden with Bryce Lane," which airs Saturdays at noon on UNC-TV, starting this week. 

Sep 2, 2011

The Real Home Field Advantage

All school colors are not created equal - at least where football fields are concerned. 

Aug 25, 2011

Trail of Ants Leads to Lab

The world's first ant census is under way at NC State. Find out how you can add some ants from your backyard to the ambitious collection. 

Aug 18, 2011

The Bed Bug Guy

Whether it's bed bugs or cockroaches, Dr. Coby Schal is the go-to guy in the battle to control pests. 

Jul 28, 2011

Rural Sociologist Wimberley Dies

Rural sociologist Ron Wimberley, a faculty member for 40 years, has died. Colleagues plan to hold a campus memorial service, which has not yet been scheduled. 

Jul 27, 2011

Real Research, Real Results

From eradicating bed bugs to programming bandages, research at NC State produces results with real impact. 

Jul 27, 2011

Four Win Development Awards

Four people associated with NC State won awards at the National Agricultural Alumni and Development Association conference recently in Lubbock, Texas.