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Aug 11, 2026

How a New Technique Will Help Us Mine Rare-Earth Metals … With Plants

Researchers have developed a technique for detecting and measuring the concentration of many rare-earth elements in plants without destroying the plant. Michael Kudenov, the John and Catherine Amein Family Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at NC State, is a co-corresponding author of the paper.

Aug 4, 2026

The Libraries Recognizes Its Annual Student Awards Winners

In addition to scholarships, professional development and mentorship, NC State University Libraries annually recognizes student employees with awards. The 2025-26 academic year’s recipients were honored this past spring.

Aug 4, 2026

Generous Gift From Eric Galipo ’99 and David Vodola Helps Pride Center Support NC State Community

On Day of Giving 2026, Eric Galipo ’99 and his husband, David Vodola, established the Eric Galipo and David Vodola LGBTQ Pride Center Endowment, with a goal of reaching $50,000 within five years. Galipo and Vodolo will give $12,500 over the next five years — the Pride Center’s largest current-use gift to date.

Aug 4, 2026

Emiel DenHartog Named Abel C. Lineberger Distinguished Professor

Emiel DenHartog has been named the Abel C. Lineberger Distinguished Professor at the Wilson College of Textiles for his expertise in textile technology and exemplary contributions to the field.

Aug 4, 2026

WeRide Donates Autonomous Driving Platform

The College of Engineering’s Department of Computer Science recently received an autonomous driving research platform from WeRide Inc., a global autonomous driving technology company. The donated Lincoln MKZ is equipped with multiple sensors and onboard computing units that will support research and education in autonomous systems, cyber-physical systems, real-time computing and intelligent transportation.

Aug 4, 2026

Madison Mueller ’23: Supporting Communities Through Engineering and Faith

Park Scholar alumna Madison Mueller '23 knew from a young age that she wanted to pursue a career that helped people in their everyday lives. She now works for a nonprofit, developing sustainable facilities across the globe.

Aug 4, 2026

Why Gifts Matter: Creating Confident, Connected Educators

To thrive at NC State and to achieve their goals of becoming educators after graduation, College of Education students need support and encouragement, a strong sense of belonging and the knowledge that their work is valued. Learn how scholarships help make that possible.

Aug 4, 2026

AI Is Helping Scientists Get Better at Predicting Which DNA Sequences Bind to Each Other

Researchers have demonstrated a novel AI model that can predict which DNA molecules bind with which other DNA molecules, providing a more thorough understanding of these hypercomplex binding relationships. Albert Keung, the Goodnight Distinguished Scholar in Innovation in Biotechnology and Biomolecular Engineering and director of the Biotechnology Program in NC State’s Integrative Sciences Initiative, is a co-corresponding author of the study.

Aug 4, 2026

Lascelles Wins AAVMC Excellence in Research Award

Duncan Lascelles, Dr. J. McNeely and Lynne K. DuBose Distinguished Professor of Musculoskeletal Health, and his team are advancing our understanding of the underlying neurobiology of pain while also working on methods to measure it and control it in companion animals. The work also could lead to better analgesic development in human medicine.

Aug 4, 2026

Maria Coady Re-Elected to NABE Executive Board, Becomes President of ASPIRA Association

Goodnight Distinguished Professor in Education Maria Coady will serve another three-year term on the National Association for Bilingual Education’s executive board as the eastern region representative while also taking on the role of president of the ASPIRA Association, a nonprofit organization that empowers Latino youth through education, leadership development and advocacy.