Biological Sciences

Two-lined spittlebug, Prosapia bicincta,filmed at 6,000 frames per second.

Apr 26, 2024

From the Departments

Catch up on the latest news from our academic departments.

Apr 18, 2024

Sciences Staff Honored with Awards for Excellence

Eleven College of Sciences staff members were honored for their outstanding work at the college's Awards for Excellence event on April 17.

Apr 11, 2024

College Honors Outstanding Teachers and Advisors

The event recognized nominees for College of Sciences and university-level teaching and advising awards.

Apr 10, 2024

Scientists Observed Odd Zoo Animal Behavior During Totality in Fort Worth

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Similar behaviors were seen among other mammals and reptiles, including a crocodile that began to get ready for bed as the sky darkened, and tortoises that broke the door to their evening enclosure attempting to go inside for the night, according to Dr. Adam Hartstone-Rose, professor of biological sciences at North Carolina State University in Raleigh.

A total solar eclipse is seen on Monday, August 21, 2017 above Madras, Oregon.

Apr 2, 2024

Mating, Galloping and Vocalizing: Animal Behavior During Eclipses

We might not be on the path of totality for the April 8 eclipse, but our scientists will be. A group of NC State researchers are heading to Texas to study animals' reactions to the phenomenon.

Mar 26, 2024

The Art of Insect Flight

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

Mar 21, 2024

‘Courtship’ Gene Shows Different Effects in Two Fruit Fly Species

A gene associated with courtship behavior in fruit flies does not operate the same way in two different fruit fly species.

University of Pennsylvania mathematician Robert Ghrist speaks at the 2024 Kwangil Koh Lecture.

Feb 29, 2024

From the Departments

Catch up on the latest news from our academic departments.

Scum-forming bloom of toxic cyanobacteria Microcystis in North Carolina coastal waters

Feb 28, 2024

NC State Receives $6.9 Million From NSF, NIEHS to Fund New Oceans and Human Health Center

The grant will help establish the North Carolina Center for Coastal Algae, People and Environment.

Feb 15, 2024

Student Spotlight: Ashley Lamb

Ashley Lamb, a biological sciences and polymer and color chemistry double major, has demonstrated a commitment to service, leadership and academic excellence.