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New Class of Cellular Proteins Offers Untapped Potential

Thomas Makris, a professor in the Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry, wants to unlock the inner biochemical workings of a new class of cellular proteins that hold the potential for developing new medicines, biofuels and other valuable products. 
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You Decide: Why is the Bond Market So Important?

NC State economist Mike Walden delves into the ins and outs of the bond market, the factors that drive a bond market crash and what a crash can signal about the state of the economy. 
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Pi Alpha Xi: Student Plant Sales Paying It Forward

Pi Alpha Xi’s biannual plant sales at NC State University unite horticulture students and the community to raise essential funds that support student scholarships, academic opportunities and impactful outreach initiatives. 
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CALS Celebrates Third Year of Record Enrollment

Through a continued focus on recruitment and retention, workforce development and high-impact experiences, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is celebrating record student enrollment for the third year in a row. Meet four of the newest members of the CALS Pack. 
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How a new textile fabric could triple production in strawberry plants

A new textile used to cover strawberry plants more than tripled strawberry yields in tunnel field tests, without negatively impacting plant health. The technology, developed at NC State, could also significantly reduce water and pesticide usage in strawberry fields. 
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High-Impact Experience: Getting Research Ready

With support from NC State’s Packways High-Impact Experiences initiative, the Biochemistry Undergraduate Research and Training Program now offers students an experience with greater structure and intention. 

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