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Software Spots and Fixes Hang Bugs in Seconds, Rather Than Weeks

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Nov 2, 2022

Researchers Show How Network Pruning Can Skew Deep Learning Models

The researchers also detailed what causes these problems, and demonstrated a technique for addressing them. 
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Sep 12, 2022

NC State Advances in U.S. News Rankings

NC State achieves its highest ranking ever on the annual Best Colleges list, joining the ranks of the top 30 public universities in the nation. The university gains ground in measures of value, reputation and student success. 
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Aug 17, 2022

Wireless Tech Measures Soil Moisture at Multiple Depths in Real Time

The tech informs irrigation practices to improve crop yield and reduce water consumption. 
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Mar 28, 2022

New Study Reveals Why Facebook Ads Can Miss Target

The study finds Facebook's algorithm doesn’t seem to account for the context of user activities. 
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Oct 4, 2021

Statewide cybersecurity coalition receives $2 million NSA grant

NC State hosts new, statewide cybersecurity partnership. 
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Aug 23, 2021

Study: Benefits Outweigh Risks for Autonomous Vehicles – As Long As You Regulate Them

The potential benefits of autonomous vehicles could substantially outweigh the risks. 
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Jul 29, 2021

NC State, NSF Unveil Institute Focused on Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Education

A new NSF-funded institute will focus on creating AI tools to help people learn. 
Veronica Catete

Jun 9, 2021

Computer Scientist Wins UNC System Award

Veronica Catete is the first NC State staff member to win the award that recognizes exemplary service to both campus and community. 
Sara Altman and Justin Mason share a hug while wearing their graduation caps and gowns.

May 7, 2021

‘Beyond, Beyond Thankful’: Meet #NCState21 Best Friends Sara and Justin

As part of our graduation video series, we caught up with two best friends whose strong bond has blossomed into a three-year relationship. 
Churchill Scholar Ana Sofia Uzsoy

Apr 1, 2021

NC State’s 3rd Churchill Scholar Steps Toward a Bright Future

Computer science and physics major Ana Sofia Uzsoy will study machine learning at Cambridge University next year on one of the country's most prestigious scholarships. 
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Mar 4, 2021

Study Reveals Extent of Privacy Vulnerabilities With Amazon’s Alexa

Issues range from misleading privacy policies to post-approval changes in code. 
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Jan 28, 2021

Tracing the History of Mobile Games

Researchers are building a database of old-school mobile games. Want to help? 
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Dec 16, 2020

Botta Named NC State’s 4th Marshall Scholar

Computer science graduate — and puzzle enthusiast — Colton Botta received the prestigious scholarship for graduate study in the United Kingdom. 

Oct 13, 2020

Machine Learning Predicts How Long Museum Visitors Will Engage With Exhibits

AI can predict how long museum-goers will spend interacting with an exhibit. 
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Oct 12, 2020

Software Spots and Fixes Hang Bugs in Seconds, Rather Than Weeks

Hang bugs – when software gets stuck, but doesn’t crash – can frustrate users and programmers.