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Research and Innovation

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May 19, 2026

College Names First Directors of AI Hub for Science

Paul Liu and Emily Griffith will catalyze AI interdisciplinary research, thoughtfully expand the use of AI in education and training, and build strategic partnerships that position NC State at the forefront of AI-enabled scientific innovation.
Jared Bowden

May 11, 2026

Bowden Named SCO Director and State Climatologist

Bowden is the sixth permanent director of the office, which has been stationed at NC State since 1980.
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May 7, 2026

Volcano Scientist and Renowned Nonprofit Team up to Teach Lava Flows

Assistant Professor Arianna Soldati collaborated with renowned nonprofit TED to develop learning materials on the science and history of lava flows.
Earl Ford speaking at the front of a classroom

May 5, 2026

No Stone Unturned: Toxicology Ph.D. Student Earl Ford Excelled at NC State

Graduating toxicology Ph.D. student Earl Ford made the most of his time at NC State.
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May 5, 2026

From the Departments

Catch up on the latest news from our academic departments.
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May 1, 2026

Natalia Duque-Wilckens: A Remembrance

Natalia Duque-Wilckens' fiancé reflected on a scientist who believed "every living thing could have a richer, more meaningful experience."
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Apr 15, 2026

Researchers Synthesize Photosynthetic Molecule Found in Bacteria

Researchers synthesize bacteriochlorophyll a for the first time.
Christina Koch looks down at the Earth from the window of the Orion spacecraft.

Apr 9, 2026

Koch Eager For Splashdown

Three-time NC State graduate and Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch and the other three members of the crew are headed back to Earth following NASA’s first return to the moon in more than 50 years.
Reza Ghiladi standing at a podium

Apr 7, 2026

Ghiladi Named Head of Department of Chemistry

Ghiladi joined the department in 2006 and had been serving as interim head since August 2025.
Christina Koch and her fellow crew members prepare to board their Orion spacecraft atop NASA’s Space Launch System rocket as part of a demonstration test in 2025.

Apr 6, 2026

See You on the Dark Side of the Moon

Three-time NC State graduate Christina Koch and her three Artemis II crewmates will blast off to the moon as early as Wednesday evening.