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Department of Food Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences

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Mar 25, 2024

Lab to Life: Research, Empathy and Belonging

Nutrition science major Isatou Kah blends research, heartfelt volunteerism and dynamic campus involvement to foster a climate of inclusivity and excellence at NC State. 

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Feb 28, 2024

What is an Eating Disorder and How to Get Help

In recognition of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, CALS alumna and registered dietitian Cara Mowery explains what an eating disorder is and provides resources for getting help. 

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Feb 21, 2024

CALS Alumna is Carving Her Own Path

Alumna Ondulla Toomer has made a career of solving scientific problems and in so doing hopes to encourage other women and people of color to do the same. 

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Feb 14, 2024

Alumni Valentines: Arnie and Kara Sair on Food, Chemistry and Careers

CALS alumni Arnie and Kara Sair reflect on their love of food science, the Wolfpack community and each other. 

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Jan 18, 2024

Meat Processing: Educating the Next Generation

This episode of the Farms, Food and You podcast explores the meat processing industry, the challenge it faces in finding trained workers, and how the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is working to help meet that need. 

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Jan 8, 2024

Revitalize Your Plate: Nutrition Tips for a Healthier New Year

Doctoral students in nutrition offer some super easy tips to eat a little healthier in 2024. 

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Dec 14, 2023

New Grads are Career Ready

Soon-to-be CALS graduates reflect on their time at NC State and what comes next. 

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Dec 4, 2023

California, Candy and Consumers

NC State experts explain how one state’s ban on four food additives could affect consumers and food processors across the country. 

Undergraduate student Zach Gabor works in the Robert H. Feldmeier Dairy Processing Lab in Schaub Hall; Gabor works with milk products and Howling Cow ice cream. Photo by Marc Hall

Nov 28, 2023

A Lasting Legacy for Dairy Science

Four graduate students became part of a living legacy this fall thanks to the launch of the William E. Younts Jr. Dairy Science Graduate Support Endowment. 

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Nov 6, 2023

In Their Own Words: CALS First-Generation Faculty and Staff

In recognition of First-Generation Celebration Week, Nov. 6-10, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is recognizing some of its faculty and staff members who were first-generation college students.