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Jan 25, 2017

Sutton Named to Leadership Post

Dr. Rhonda Sutton is the new director of leadership programs in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 
Rodolphe Barrangou

Jan 23, 2017

Barrangou Wins 2017 NAS Award in Molecular Biology

Dr. Rodolphe Barrangou of the Department of Food, Bioprocessing and Nutrition Sciences adds a National Academy of Sciences award to his growing list of accolades. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jan 23, 2017

Economic Perspective: The Cost of Regulations

A recent study released looked to quantify the cost of regulations in the United States since 1980. What were the results and what do they mean? NC State University economist Mike Walden discusses the main points of the study. 
Scanning electron micrographs of a manganese oxidizing fungus (Fusarium sp.) isolated from the treatment system.

Jan 20, 2017

Manganese Oxides in Treatment System Could Be Mixed Blessing

In a “bad news, good news” scenario, researchers at North Carolina State University have found that some black sludge growing in a water-treatment site could have redeeming benefits. 
Late afternoon sun paints the downtown Raleigh skyline.

Jan 20, 2017

You Decide: Do Economists Ever Agree?

Economists have a reputation for being disagreeable. Some have argued an individual economist even has trouble agreeing with her or himself. Recently Dr. Mike Walden had a chance to test the level of agreement among economists taking part in a panel. So what did economists agree about? 
CALS' Rachel Tabb is a nutrition science major

Jan 19, 2017

Student Spotlight: Rachel Tabb’s Journey to Her Passion

Nutrition science student Rachel Tabb kept searching until she found her perfect major in CALS. 
Jose Cisneros

Jan 18, 2017

Faculty Focus: Cisneros on CALS’ International Impact

Jose Cisneros drives CALS' efforts to expand its global reach and impact. 
Dr. Melanie Simpson in a lab

Jan 17, 2017

Simpson Named Biochemistry Department Head

Dr. Melanie Simpson, widely recognized as a top researcher on prostate cancer, will join NC State as the new head of the Department of Molecular and Structural Biochemistry. 
Paula Woodall in front of the State Club at NC State University

Jan 13, 2017

AgPack Strong: A Force of Nature

Armed with two NC State degrees and an unflinching desire to help others, Paula Woodall makes a real difference in the lives of youth and farmers alike. 
Three people examine plants in a large, lighted chamber.

Jan 13, 2017

Phytotron Stands the Test of Time

In the growth chambers and greenhouses of the Phytotron, researchers find ways to improve agriculture, the environment and even transportation and medicine.