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piglets nursing on a sow under a warming lamp

Apr 20, 2026

Wang Awarded NIFA Grant to Study Early Pregnancy in Pigs

To support healthy pigs and a more productive swine industry, Xiaoqiu (Churchill) Wang, associate professor of animal science, will study the critical early stages of pregnancy and how various factors affect fetal development in piglets. 

Mike Walden, CALS ARE Extension

Apr 17, 2026

You Decide: Is COVID To Blame for High Housing Costs and Property Taxes? 

NC State economist Mike Walden examines whether the issues both homebuyers and homeowners have been facing in recent years began during the pandemic. 

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. 

an underwater image of a golden spotted fish with orange fins

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. 

a woman wearing a light blue shirt and white skirt stands along a stone wall with a greek town in the background

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. 

a young woman stands on a football field with red seats in the background

Mar 12, 2026

Finding a Place in Agriculture

Through the Agricultural Institute, Despina Strates, a double major in horticultural science management and agribusiness management, has homed in on her interests in agriculture and growing her future. 

Economist Mike Walden

Mar 6, 2026

You Decide: Will Tariffs 2.0 Be Different Than 1.0? 

NC State economist Mike Walden takes a look at the ongoing questions around tariffs. 

a man samples cells from a petri dish

Mar 5, 2026

Piecing Together the Puzzle of Prostate Cancer

The recipient of the Anne A.J. Work Award for outstanding biochemistry graduate research, Asher Utz is helping lead the way to better understanding prostate cancer.