college of sciences

May 9, 2017

Research Yields New Details About Trap-jaw Ants – and They Look Amazing

Trap-jaw ants, with their spring-loaded jaws and powerful stings, are among the fiercest insect predators, but they begin their lives as spiny, hairy, fleshy blobs hanging from the ceiling and walls of an underground nest. 

May 4, 2017

Sharing Science Through Picture Books

There may be no better marriage of science and art than in a children's book. 

Apr 28, 2017

Hybrid Digital-Analog Circuits Can Increase Computational Power of Chaos-Based Systems

Combining digital and analog components in nonlinear, chaos-based integrated circuits can improve their computational power. 

Apr 18, 2017

NC State Researchers Predict ‘Normal’ 2017 Hurricane Season for East Coast

NC State researchers predict ‘normal’ 2017 hurricane season for East coast 

Apr 13, 2017

Dean, Faculty and Alum Headline Story Collider Event

Jeff Braden, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, joins an eclectic group of storytellers at a free Story Collider event in Kinston April 18. The five speakers will relate true, personal stories about blazing new trails and exploring new territory in science. 

Apr 12, 2017

Researchers Release First Chemical Map of Dyes From Historic Dye Library

The first chemical “map” of dyes from the Max A. Weaver Dye Library has been released. The information could assist researchers in developing dyes with desirable properties. 

Apr 4, 2017

Non-equilibrium Physics Explained: 5 Questions with Lex Kemper

Lex Kemper uses a new method of probing poorly understood materials, like superconductors, in order to find out what makes them tick. 

Mar 31, 2017

The Value of Science is Reflected in Your Everyday Decisions

There’s been a fair amount of discussion recently about the value of science and whether it’s worth supporting. 

Mar 30, 2017

Compete And Win Prizes By Capturing Wildlife (With Your Phone)

See who can capture the most photos of wildlife and plants across the Triangle as part of this year’s City Nature Challenge, which runs April 14-18. 

Mar 10, 2017

Why Endocrine Disruptors Are Scary – And What You Can Do About It

A new book aims to explain the nature of endocrine disruptors, why they are so widespread, and how you can protect yourself. 

Mar 7, 2017

Computer Simulations First Step Toward Designing New, More Efficient Amine Chemical Scrubbers

Molecular models aim to improve design of cheaper, more efficient amine chemicals to capture carbon dioxide. 

Mar 2, 2017

DASA Honors 4 With Advising Awards

Four undergraduate academic advisors were honored on Jan. 27 for their work in helping students succeed in a variety of ways through academic advising. 

Feb 27, 2017

Invasive and Native Marsh Grasses May Provide Similar Benefits to Protected Wetlands

An invasive species of marsh grass may provide similar benefits to protected wetlands as native marsh grasses. 

Feb 23, 2017

Microbiology Class Wins SWI, CDC Contest

Alice Lee's Microbiology 360 class recently won a contest sponsored by the Small World Initiative and the Centers for Disease Control about solving the global antibiotics resistance crisis, beating out 13 other entries from across the country. 

Feb 21, 2017

Learners, Leaders

One in every eight students in North Carolina public schools has a disability. That’s nearly 170,000 people who need the expert support of the state’s educators. But those students are also a potential wellspring of talent for the state’s STEM industries.