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An aerial photo shows a hurricane forming on one of Earth's oceans

Apr 22, 2026

2026 Hurricane Season Could See 12 to 15 Named Storms; 6 to 9 Hurricanes

For the second year running, researchers predict a hurricane season in line with recent averages.

Apr 29, 2026

2026 Hurricane Season Could See 12-15 Named Storms, 6-9 Hurricanes

The Biltmore Beacon
For the second year in a row, researchers at North Carolina State University predict a hurricane season that will be in line with recent averages: 12-15 named storms, 6-9 hurricanes and 2-3 major hurricanes forming in the Atlantic basin. The Atlantic basin includes the entire Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.

Apr 30, 2026

First Total Synthesis of Macrocycle With Four Stereocentres at the Heart of Bacterial Photosynthesis

Chemistry World
Professor Jonathan Lindsey, Glaxo Distinguished University Chair, and his team have completed the first total synthesis of bacteriochlorophyll  after nine years of effort.

Apr 20, 2026

Scientists Just Found a Way to Control Electrons Without Magnets

WDC TV
“The generation of orbital currents traditionally necessitates the injection of charge current into specific transition metals, and many of these elements are now classified as critical materials,” said Dali Sun, physicist at North Carolina State University and co-author of the study. “There are other ways to generate orbital angular momentum, but this method allows for the use of cheaper, more abundant materials.”

Apr 13, 2026

N.C. State’s Own Artemis II Astronaut Inspires Next Generation

Spectrum Local News
N.C. State seniors Cake and Nora Hicks have both met Artemis II astronaut and N.C. State alum Christina Koch in person and say her exploration motivates them and so many other women in school studying physics.

Apr 10, 2026

Drought Deepens Across North Carolina as Water Supplies Drop and Wildfire Risk Rises

WRAL
“During a drought, if the temperature is hotter and higher on average, and the atmosphere is thirstier, things can dry out faster,” said Walt Robinson, a professor of atmospheric sciences at NC State University. That effect is already showing up in key water sources across the state.

Apr 9, 2026

Drought Deepens Across North Carolina as Water Supplies Drop and Wildfire Risk Rises

WRAL
“During a drought, if the temperature is hotter and higher on average, and the atmosphere is thirstier, things can dry out faster,” said Walt Robinson, a professor of atmospheric sciences at NC State University. That effect is already showing up in key water sources across the state. “I did notice flying over Falls Lake. The lake was really low,” Robinson said. “If this drought continues, I would expect we would see more water restrictions."

Apr 6, 2026

North Carolina State Grad Becomes 1st Woman to the Moon

WBTV News - Charlotte
Christina Koch is an engineer on board Artemis II that took off on Wednesday, April 1.

Apr 2, 2026

NC State Alum Christina Koch Poised to Make History With Artemis II Mission

ABC11
Stephen Reynolds, Christina Koch's undergraduate advisor, helped guide Koch through her physics coursework and still keeps a copy of the recommendation letter he wrote for her in 1999.

Apr 2, 2026

NC State Astrophysicist Mentor Reflects on Artemis II Astronaut Christina Koch’s Journey

Spectrum News
Stephen Reynolds, a professor emeritus in NC State’s Department of Physics and Astronomy and Christina Koch's advisor, reflects on his time with her.