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May 27, 2026

Study Finds Awe-Inspiring Nature Helps People Connect to Science

When people engage in science activities that involve awe-inspiring natural phenomena they more closely identify with science and feel a greater sense of belonging.

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May 11, 2026

Four Faculty Members Win the 2026 Outstanding Research Award

Four faculty members were awarded the university’s top honor for research and mentorship this year — recognition for the significant and consequential contributions they have made to their respective fields.…

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May 7, 2026

Volcano Scientist and Renowned Nonprofit Team up to Teach Lava Flows

Assistant Professor Arianna Soldati collaborated with renowned nonprofit TED to develop learning materials on the science and history of lava flows.

May 6, 2026

2026 Mathews Medal Recipients

The Mathews Medal honors graduating seniors who have served as student leaders and made significant contributions to the advancement of the university.

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May 1, 2026

Three NC State Students Receive Goldwater Scholarships

The NC State University Fellowships Office is pleased to announce that three third-year students have received the prestigious Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship this year.

Apr 23, 2026

2025-26 University Teaching Awards Announced

NC State has honored nearly 50 faculty for their commitment to educational excellence with the 2025-26 University Teaching Awards. Award recipients were recognized at a University Teaching Awards Luncheon and Ceremony on Tuesday, April 21 at the James B. Hunt Jr. Library.

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Apr 22, 2026

2026 Hurricane Season Could See 12 to 15 Named Storms; 6 to 9 Hurricanes

For the second year running, researchers predict a hurricane season in line with recent averages.

Drs. Ghada Rabah and Jeremiah Feducia at the 2026 ChemEd Summit

Apr 15, 2026

Reshaping Chemical Sciences Education

The success of tomorrow’s STEM industry depends on the transformative power of innovative chemistry education. The 2026 ChemEd Summit helped provide the building blocks for that education by seeking to incorporate identified workforce and professional skills into curricular development.

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Apr 15, 2026

Researchers Synthesize Photosynthetic Molecule Found in Bacteria

Researchers synthesize bacteriochlorophyll a for the first time.

Christina Koch looks down at the Earth from the window of the Orion spacecraft.

Apr 9, 2026

Koch Eager For Splashdown

Three-time NC State graduate and Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch and the other three members of the crew are headed back to Earth following NASA’s first return to the moon in more than 50 years.