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Aug 19, 2025

How Chefs and Scientists Are Using Kombucha and Kimchi to Study Microbiology

A new study demonstrates how fermented foods can be used in projects that engage the public and advance our understanding of microbial ecology. 

Feb 10, 2025

Age, Burial Environment Don’t Hinder Soft Tissue Preservation in Dinosaurs

Soft tissue preservation in fossils does not seem to depend upon the species, age or burial environment of the fossils. 

Jan 8, 2025

Scorching Climate Drove Lampreys Apart During Cretaceous Period

One of the hottest periods in Earth’s history may have driven lampreys apart – genetically speaking. 

Mar 26, 2024

The Art of Insect Flight

Adrian Smith and artist Xavi Bou collaborate on an insect-based art project. 

Jun 22, 2020

NC State Researcher Joins Global Effort to Study Impact of ‘Anthropause’ on Wildlife

Wildlife scientists from around the globe issued a call for sharing animal behavior data amid the "anthropause." 

Jan 19, 2017

Encore Presentation About Eastern Coyotes

Roland Kays, head of the Biodiversity Research Lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science and an NC State research associate professor, will reprise his presentation about Easter coyotes tonight at the Hunt Library auditorium. 

Oct 17, 2016

Citizen Scientists Needed to Find NC’s Candid Critters

North Carolina scientists are looking for volunteers to help with the largest-ever camera trap study of wildlife. Find out how you can get involved. 

May 13, 2015

Exhibit Digs Into the Secrets of Soil

Faculty and students from NC State’s soil science department plan to participate in educational programs linked to a new museum exhibit that drills down on dirt.