Author: Chelsea Kellner

Jan 29, 2019

What Happens When You Run On An Empty Stomach?

Every year, thousands of runners take part in the Krispy Kreme Challenge: run 2.5 miles through downtown Raleigh, from NC State University to a Krispy Kreme store, consume a dozen donuts, and run back again. This raises some interesting questions. 

Jan 29, 2019

‘Bug Bombs’ Ineffective At Killing Insects Indoors

Total release foggers, commonly known as “bug bombs,” are ineffective at removing cockroaches from indoor environments, according to a new study from North Carolina State University. 

Jan 29, 2019

Solving Swine Lagoon Sludge

Sludge at the bottom of swine lagoons is a major challenge for farmers. But what if that sludge could be removed and used not only as fertilizer, but for renewable energy as well? 

Jan 29, 2019

Ph.D. Student Megan Boland Boosts Sustainability

Megan Boland’s research explores how and which microorganisms improve biogas production. She hopes to boost the stability of the bioreactors, allowing for more efficient and reliable production of renewable natural gas. 

Jan 18, 2019

Why Do Egg Whites Turn White When You Cook Them?

Ask the AHS experts: When you crack open a raw egg, the egg white isn’t white at all — it’s more like a clear jelly. So why does it turn white when you cook it? Does that make it safe to eat? 

Jan 14, 2019

Global Research Outreach in Nairobi: Biochemistry’s Jose Ascencio-Ibanez

Teaching Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Undergraduate Research Jose Ascencio-Ibanez recently attended a one-week outreach initiative in Nairobi, Kenya. The goal: partner with international researchers to help identify drivers of viral evolution infecting cassava plants, an important staple crop. 

Jan 14, 2019

Window Film Reduces Energy Use In Phytotron

Every square foot matters for energy savings – particularly in one of NC State’s most energy intensive research buildings. 

Jan 9, 2019

From Trinidad And Tobago To The Triangle

The Prestage Department of Poultry Science recently welcomed Adam Redhead as a research project coordinator and manager. His mission: grow membership in the Animal Food and Nutrition Consortium and coordinate the research projects it funds. 

Jan 9, 2019

Horticulture’s Renaissance Man: Nicholas Basinger

Nicholas Tuschak Basinger had his heart set on becoming a physical therapist – until a long hike on the Appalachian Trail turned him in a new direction. 

Dec 14, 2018

Agroecology Brought Outstanding Student Researcher (And Graduating Senior) To CALS

Paul Cockson heard about NC State all the way in Nebraska – but that’s no surprise for a university with research that reaches around the world.