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2017

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Oct 23, 2017

New techniques boost performance of non-volatile memory systems

Researchers have developed new software and hardware designs that should limit programming errors and improve system performance in devices that use non-volatile memory (NVM) technologies. 

Aerial view of Engineering Buildings and Hunt Library on Centennial Campus

Oct 17, 2017

Allbritton receives 2017 Edward Kidder Graham Award

Dr. Nancy Allbritton, Kenan Distinguished Professor and chair of the UNC-NC State Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering was awarded the 2017 Edward Kidder Graham Award at the University of North Carolina Chapel-Hill’s University Day celebrations on Oct. 12, 2017. 

Oct 13, 2017

Top innovator, entrepreneurs honored

Chancellor Randy Woodson honors some of NC State’s most prolific and accomplished researchers for their groundbreaking work. See the full list of honorees from this year’s Celebration of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. 

Oct 13, 2017

Gu receives Young Investigator Award from Controlled Release Society

Dr. Zhen Gu, associate professor in the UNC/NC State Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering, has received the Young Investigator Award from the Controlled Release Society. 

Oct 13, 2017

Multidisciplinary teamwork helps bring new ASSIST technology to market

At the start of each school year, teams of students begin to form across campus at NC State University, gearing up for practicum course projects that will bring real world perspective to what they are learning in the classroom. Each […] 

The top panel is a series of scanning electron micrographs for particles ranging from smooth to rough. The bottom panel is a series of atomic force micrographs showing the 3D topography of these particles, again ranging from smooth to rough, to demonstrate the extensive characterization of their surfaces.

Oct 12, 2017

Study shows how rough microparticles can cause big problems

New research finds the surface texture of microparticles in liquid suspension can cause internal friction that significantly alters the suspension’s viscosity – effectively making the liquid thicker or thinner. 

Oct 10, 2017

To the Stars

Since childhood, Christina Hammock Koch has wanted to be an astronaut. After following her own path, the NC State alumna has done it. 

Karen Autry and her committee in the College of Engineering were honored with a reception in Page Hall.

Oct 9, 2017

College, University recognized by State Employees Combined Campaign

Karen Autry, chair of the 2016 North Carolina State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC) committee in the College of Engineering, received the Above and Beyond Award, which is awarded by the campaign “to a long-term volunteer who continues to come up with creative ideas to keep the campaign fresh, through good or bad years.” 

NC State Engineering magazine, Fall/Winter 2017

Oct 9, 2017

Fall/Winter 2017 NC State Engineering magazine

The Fall/Winter 2017 NC State Engineering magazine features our study abroad programs.  These global learning opportunities enable our students to be competitive around the world.