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sounding club members attach radiosonde to weather balloon

Feb 25, 2026

Improving Atmospheric River Forecasting

Students launch weather balloons to better understand atmospheric rivers.
image shows two, side-by-side models of the stomach, intestines and other parts of the digestive system

Feb 24, 2026

How Studying Yeast in the Gut Could Lead to New, Better Drugs

A new study sheds light on the behavior of yeast cells in the gut, paving the way for new lines of yeast that more efficiently produce therapeutic drugs.
a young black man sits at a desk with his laptop and tablet in front of him

Feb 23, 2026

Study Finds Online Racism Associated With Black Young Adults Seeking Mental Health Support

Black young adults who experience high levels of online racism are also more likely to use digital mental health tools.
Woman seated at desk with plate of vegetables and fruits, two vases of flowers and IR-4 publications

Feb 23, 2026

Lina Quesada-Ocampo Named Executive Director of the IR-4 Project

The IR-4 Project’s new leader brings over 15 years of experience in applied pest management research and Extension work to her new role.
photo shows the lower body of a man in athletic gear running on pavement. one of the man's lower limbs is a prosthetic device

Feb 17, 2026

Personal Perception of Body Movement Changes When Using Robotic Prosthetics

The way we understand the movement of our own bodies plays an important role when learning physical skills, but a new study finds this phenomenon works differently when learning to use robotic prosthetic devices.
Image of superomniphobic material's creation and testing.

Feb 16, 2026

Researchers Create Ultra-Stretchable, Liquid-Repellent Materials Via Laser Ablation

Researchers have used laser ablation to create ultra-stretchable, superomniphobic materials without the use of harsh chemical solvents.
Supercapacitor yarns integrated in a fabric for powering LEDs'

Feb 16, 2026

Fiber Batteries Promise ‘Smart Clothing’ but Two Obstacles Stand in the Way

Fiber batteries could one day be used to create smart clothing with a wide array of functions, from charging electronic devices to acting as wearable controllers. But scientists face two major obstacles before the technology is ready for practical use.
Lauren Dunlap (left) and Keertana Ramars (right) standing in front of the XRD Lab at the Analytical Instrumentation Facility

Feb 11, 2026

Gardens of the Galaxy: Exploring Lunar Agriculture Through AIF Collaboration

When Keertana Ramars first encountered astrobiology, she was not in a university lab. She was attending a summer program at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. “I was first introduced to…
Photo of pink and red flowers.

Feb 11, 2026

Survey Says: Floriculture Sustainability Differs by Industry Sector

Findings could provide a roadmap to help all sectors reach sustainability goals.
Young man reaching for an item in the refrigerator

Feb 10, 2026

Fridge Factor Opens the Door for NC State Students To Become Citizen Scientists

Food scientists in CALS created Fridge Factor, the 2026 Pack Science Challenge. They’re recruiting 250 NC State students to collect data on food storage, disposal and safety.