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Jul 21, 2017

You Decide: Why Can’t We Get The Economy Just Right?

How are economics and the story of Goldilocks alike? Dr. Mike Walden breaks down the factors and why the economy can't seem to be "just right." 
Aerial photo of North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapolis

Jul 19, 2017

‘Defining Moment’: Food Processing Innovation Center Poised to Boost N.C. Economy

The new North Carolina Food Processing Innovation Center could create jobs, revitalize rural communities, open new markets for entrepreneurs and farmers … and the list goes on. 
Woman with cassava plants in a greenhouse

Jul 17, 2017

Tackling Cassava Mosaic Disease: One Week in Tanzania

NC State Ph.D. student Catherine Doyle had seen infected cassava in a lab, but a trip to Tanzania allowed her to connect that work to what's happening in the field. Read more in this second in a series of posts on her journey to help defeat cassava mosaic disease. 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 17, 2017

Economic Perspective: Buying Versus Renting

Buying a home may be the biggest purchase someone will make, but some seem to be forgoing that in favor of renting. Does this mean owning a home is no longer a good investment? 
Dr. Daniel Poole

Jul 11, 2017

Diving Into (Dr.) Poole

From cow births in the classroom to epic whiteboard sessions in his office, Daniel Poole loves to teach, and it shows: in 2017 alone, he's nabbed three teaching awards — one of them national. 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 10, 2017

Economic Perspective: Fed Nominees and the Battle Over Policy

The nominations for two vacancies in the Federal Reserve are forthcoming. Why is this important, and what kind of policy debates can spring up from this? 

Jul 7, 2017

‘On Your Mark, Get Set’: Neutrons Run Enzyme’s Reactivity for Better Biofuel Production

Researchers from NC State and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have used a combination of X-ray and neutron crystallography to determine the detailed atomic structure of a specialized fungal enzyme. Their findings could lead to improved computational models that will further guide industrial applications for cleaner forms of energy. 
Aerial view of Belltower and downtown Raleigh to the east of campus.

Jul 7, 2017

You Decide: Has North Carolina’s Economy Taken a U-Turn?

Some have said that North Carolina's economy has taken a U-turn in recent years. What does this mean for the state? NC University economist Mike Walden discusses the topic for you to decide. 
Two scientists in an agricultural field.

Jul 7, 2017

Studying a Disease in Order to Prevent Starvation

CALS student Catherine Doyle is preparing to spend several weeks in Tanzania, doing field work related to a research effort aimed at tackling a disease that threatens the livelihood of people through sub-Saharan Africa. Read more from NC State's Abstract. 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 3, 2017

Economic Perspective: Are Consumers Doing Their Part?

Consumer spending accounts of 70 percent of total economic activity in the country. Is it currently part of the problem or solution for the slow rate of economic growth?