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A Passion for Medicine

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Oct 24, 2025

Illuminating Science

With support from the Harold Swaisgood Biochemistry Mentorship Fund, Hali Harwood spent her final undergraduate year at NC State researching a genetic mutation linked to a developmental disorder and two forms of cancer. 
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Sep 10, 2025

2025 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences celebrated its alumni award winners on Sept. 5. Find out how they’re making an impact both near and far. 
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Apr 29, 2025

Committed to Service

Through interdisciplinary studies, service and undergraduate research, Park Scholar and biochemistry major Isaac Ali, who will graduate on May 3, has built a solid foundation for his academic and professional future. 
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Mar 11, 2025

Alumna’s NIH Expertise Rooted at NC State

Catherine Gordon credits her biochemistry degree from NC State University as the foundation for her career in pediatric endocrinology and adolescent bone health research with the National Institutes of Health. 
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Jan 6, 2025

From Laptop to Biotech Lab

As an alumnus of the Interdisciplinary Biochemistry Master’s Program, David Smith found a path to a meaningful career in the biotech industry. 
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Sep 16, 2024

2024 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences celebrated its alumni award winners on Sept. 13. Find out how they’re making an impact. 
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Jun 21, 2023

Four Incoming CALS Students Named Park Scholars

The four students were selected for the Park Scholarship out of more than 3,400 applicants. 
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Mar 29, 2023

10 CALS Faculty Named 2022-23 Goodnight Early Career Innovators

The program recognizes and rewards promising NC State early-career faculty whose scholarship is in STEM or STEM education. 
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Dec 9, 2022

Prepared for a Bold Future

Aanandi Munshi graduates this December with a Master of Science in Biochemistry and plans to become a doctor. 
Lavanya Nagaraj

Nov 2, 2022

A Passion for Medicine

As a partner with Blue Ridge Dermatology, NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences alumna Lavanya Nagaraj is pursuing the life she always wanted.