May 2021

May 25, 2021

Discover the Secret Science of Fireflies

Fireflies are found across North Carolina, with 30 to 40 species (and counting) identified in the state. 

May 18, 2021

Preserving Sweetpotato Exports

A research team is exploring ways to protect the quality of sweetpotatoes shipped to Europe, following changes in regulations. 

May 17, 2021

To Preserve Global Food Security, New Tools Needed to Prevent Plant Disease Pandemics

Global plant disease surveillance and detection systems – along with plant disease modeling – are needed to protect plants – and the food supply. 

May 12, 2021

Huseth Selected as Goodnight Innovator

This new program recognizes and rewards promising NC State early-career faculty whose scholarship is in STEM or STEM education. 

May 12, 2021

NC State Podcast: Sorenson on Emergence of Brood X Cicadas

Clyde Sorenson, Alumni Association Distinguished Undergraduate Professor of Entomology at NC State, sheds some light on the life and times of the cicada. 

May 6, 2021

Surprising Sand Fly Find Yields New Species of Bacteria

Researchers discover a new species of bacteria while examining sand fly larvae rearing area.