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A Scientist of Firsts: Alumna Lizzie Johnson Harrell

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Apr 8, 2026

Healthy Impact

Carolyn Dunn's decades of leadership and innovation in nutrition education and health promotion continue to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people in North Carolina and beyond. 
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Apr 8, 2026

Shedding a Light on Plant DNA Replication

Faculty in the Department of Plant and Microbial Biology have unlocked the process of maize DNA replication, paving the way for future advances in biotechnology and plant breeding. 
a group of people stand in front of a tractor in a field

Apr 6, 2026

AI in Agriculture Conference Explores the Future of Farming

The AI in Agriculture Conference, hosted by NC State University, brought together more than 460 academics, students, researchers, extension professionals and industry leaders from across the country to explore how AI is reshaping the future of agriculture. 
Mike Walden, CALS ARE Extension

Apr 3, 2026

You Decide: Is the Economy Headed for a Nosedive?

NC State economist Mike Walden takes a closer look at how the Iran War could affect the economic outlook for 2026. 
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Mar 31, 2026

Fishing for Resilience

In new research, NC State applied ecologist Nadya Mamoozadeh and other researchers find that Southern Appalachian brook trout are most vulnerable to rising temperatures. 
Summer Lanier next to a placard announcing a Poultry Science Club meeting in Scott Hall on the NC State University campus

Mar 30, 2026

I Am CALS: Summer Lanier

Alumna Summer Lanier, new executive director of the N.C. Poultry Federation, earned multiple degrees and tackled a variety of challenges on her path to statewide leadership. 
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Mar 26, 2026

3 CALS Professors Among NC State Faculty Elected AAAS Fellows

CALS faculty Robert R. Dunn, Sung Woo Kim and Heike Sederoff have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in recognition of their scientific contributions. 
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Mar 23, 2026

Thomas Jefferson Scholars: Realizing the Value of Growth

Makayla High, an animal science and world, languages, and cultures double major, has discovered her voice and confidence through NC State’s Thomas Jefferson Scholars program, where mentorship and community have helped her grow as a leader. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Mar 20, 2026

You Decide: Is the Homebuying Market Improving?

NC State economist Mike Walden explores recent favorable housing trends and whether they will continue. 
a woman in a red dress stands at a podium that says NC State University

Mar 18, 2026

A Scientist of Firsts: Alumna Lizzie Johnson Harrell

Lizzie Johnson Harrell’s trailblazing career is defined by an impressive series of firsts. The microbiology alumna's scientific expertise, mentorship and service earned her a 2025 CALS Outstanding Alumni Award.