Research and Innovation

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Jul 27, 2021

Chemist Lindsay Awarded $1.8 Million for Chemical Research

Vincent Lindsay received a prestigious grant from the NIH to study the chemistry of cyclopropanones.

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Jul 22, 2021

Quiz: Test Your Summer Olympics Science Knowledge

Find out how much you know about the science behind the Summer Olympics.

Jul 20, 2021

An Enriched Experience

Biological sciences graduate Zack Jenio has taken advantage of a wide range of enrichment opportunities through the Park Scholars program.

Jul 23, 2021

As NC State Astrophysicist Katie Mack’s Star Rises, She Ponders How the Universe Will End

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For her work to elevate the understanding of science and make it more accessible, Mack is The News & Observer’s Tar Heel of the Month, which honors people who have made significant contributions to North Carolina and the region.

Human skulls on a table in Ann Ross's lab

Jul 14, 2021

Study: Let’s Replace ‘Ancestry’ in Forensics With Something More Accurate

A new study highlights flaws in existing approaches to assessing and discussing ancestral origin.

Jul 7, 2021

Human-Driven Habitat Change Leads to Physical, Behavioral Change in Mosquitofish

Human-caused habitat change drives changes in behavior and brain size in Bahamian mosquitofish.

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Jul 6, 2021

NC State’s 4th Churchill Scholar Prepares for Deep Dive Into Genetics

Recent genetics graduate Nikhil Milind was recently named NC State's second recipient of the prestigious Churchill Scholarship this year.

Jun 30, 2021

Three Sciences Faculty Honored With University Professorships

Three faculty members in the College of Sciences at NC State have been honored by the university with professorships of distinction that recognize top scholarly work.

Jun 23, 2021

Common Perovskite Superfluoresces at High Temperatures

A common perovskite's superfluorescent properties may make it useful for quantum computing.

Jun 23, 2021

‘Pack Ice’ Tectonics Reveal Venus’ Geological Secrets

Venus' surface shows evidence of tectonic motion that could mean the planet is still geologically active.