Stories From Nov 2017
DELTA Adds Tim Petty as Associate Vice Provost
Tim Petty of the Department of Biological Sciences has been named the new associate vice provost for online and distance education in DELTA.
More Neuroscience Research Articles Are Reporting the Sex of Laboratory Animals
An NC State study found progress in addressing both males and females in neuroscience research but highlights the need for improved research design.
Study Examines Hiring, Retention of Women and Underrepresented Minorities in STEM Faculty
NC State statistician Marcia Gumpertz conducted a “snapshot” survey of time to tenure, promotion and retention for female and minority faculty in four different STEM fields.
“Space” Invader: Invasive Marine Fouling Species Crowds Out Natives
An invasive species of tunicate known as Clavelina oblonga crowds out and overgrows other marine fouling species and reduces biodiversity.
Researchers Receive Grant to Study GenX Exposure in New Hanover County Residents
NC State researchers will lead a new study on GenX exposure in New Hanover County residents.
Prenatal Exposure to BPA at ‘Safe’ Levels Can Affect Gene Expression in Developing Rat Brain
New research finds that prenatal exposure to BPA at very low levels affects gene expression in the developing rat brain.
Exploring Immersive Experiences in Biodiversity
NC State DELTA teamed up with the Department of Biological Sciences for video shoots at different locations across North Carolina designed to create immersive 360° experiences for students.
Researchers Explore Voltage-Driven Liquid Metal Fractals
NC State researchers find that low voltage makes high surface-tension liquid metal spread and form fractals.