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The Science House Earns Enduring Achievement Award

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Apr 25, 2024

Podcast: Toxic Algae

With algae, too much of a good thing can lead to some bad results. 
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Apr 18, 2024

6 Faculty Members Elected as AAAS Fellows

Faculty receive distinguished honor from the world's largest scientific society. 
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Apr 17, 2024

In Life Cycle Diagrams, Small Changes Make a Big Difference

A new study finds simple changes in life cycle diagrams can improve student understanding of key biology concepts. 
Hurricane Dorian, 2019

Apr 16, 2024

NC State Researchers Predict Active Hurricane Season

2024's hurricane season should be more active than usual. 

Apr 15, 2024

Why Figuring Out How Potassium Is Destroyed in Stars Is Important to Understanding the Universe

If you want to know where elements come from, look to the stars. 
A total solar eclipse is seen on Monday, August 21, 2017 above Madras, Oregon.

Apr 4, 2024

Mating, Galloping and Vocalizing: Animal Behavior During Eclipses

We might not be on the path of totality for the April 8 eclipse, but our scientists will be. A group of NC State researchers are heading to Texas to study animals’ reactions to the phenomenon. 
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Mar 27, 2024

The Physics of a Curveball

A well-placed curveball can be an amazing pitch. But how does it work? 
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Mar 26, 2024

The Art of Insect Flight

Adrian Smith and artist Xavi Bou collaborate on an insect-based art project. 
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Mar 21, 2024

‘Courtship’ Gene Shows Different Effects in Two Fruit Fly Species

A gene associated with courtship behavior in fruit flies does not operate the same way in two different fruit fly species. 
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Mar 15, 2024

Printed Polymer Allows Researchers to Explore Chirality and Spin Interactions at Room Temperature

A new polymer allows researchers to measure how much charge comes from spin within spintronic materials. 
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Mar 6, 2024

Understanding Wind and Water at the Equator Key to More Accurate Future Climate Projections

Getting the winds right is key to accurately model Pacific Ocean warming. 
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Mar 4, 2024

DNA Aptamer Drug Sensors Can Instantly Detect Cocaine, Heroin and Fentanyl – Even When Combined With Other Drugs

High-performance DNA aptamer sensors can detect trace amounts of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine - even in mixtures. 
Scum-forming bloom of toxic cyanobacteria Microcystis in North Carolina coastal waters

Mar 4, 2024

NC State Receives $6.9 Million From NSF, NIEHS to Fund New Oceans and Human Health Center

The grant will help establish the North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People and Environment. 
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Mar 4, 2024

Using Stats to Protect Oceans

Shu Yang and Brian Reich use statistics to determine whether conservation efforts are working. 
Three female students huddle around a tablet on a white table during an IMHOTEP Academy event at The Science House.

Feb 28, 2024

The Science House Earns Enduring Achievement Award

NC State’s STEM hub for K-12 students across the state was recognized for its societal impact and public engagement through science education.