TECS faculty member's research, mentorship earns her university honors

Ericka Ford (right) and another person, each in white lab coats, operate a machine with switches that spins a fiber.

Apr 23, 2024

TECS faculty member’s research, mentorship earns her university honors

Associate Professor Ericka Ford is now a 2023-24 University Faculty Scholar.

In a lab wearing a lab coat, gloves and goggles, Januka Budhathoki-Uprety (right) explains a concept to Ashley Lamb and Hannah Dewey.

Apr 23, 2024

TECS faculty member receives 2024 Outstanding Teacher Award

Assistant Professor Januka Budhathoki-Uprety credits her recognition with her dedication to students, prowess at explaining complex topics.

Apr 22, 2024

NC State researchers use machine learning to create a fabric-based touch sensor

A new study from NC State University combines three-dimensional embroidery techniques with machine learning to create a fabric-based sensor that can control electronic devices through touch. As the field of wearable electronics gains more interest and new functions are added to clothing, an embroidery-based sensor or “button” capable of controlling those functions becomes increasingly important. Integrated…

Rohan Shirwalker poses for a photo in front of a dark green/blue background with yellow points and various triangles in yellow outline. He is wearing glasses, an oxford shirt and a sport jacket.

Apr 17, 2024

Shirwaiker wins the 2024 IISE Fellow Award

The James T. Ryan Professor Rohan Shirwaiker has been honored with the 2024 IISE Fellow Award. This award recognizes his outstanding contributions to technical innovation and service within the IISE community. This esteemed award underscores his exceptional achievements as a researcher in industrial engineering.

Apr 17, 2024

RTNN wins 2024 Opal Mann Green Engagement and Scholarship Award

The Research Triangle Nanotechnology Network (RTNN) has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Opal Mann Green Engagement and Scholarship Award at NC State University. The award ceremony, scheduled for April 29 at the Park Alumni Center, will recognize RTNN’s outstanding contributions to nanotechnology research, education, and community engagement.

Nelson Vinueza adjusts a mass spectometry machine.

Apr 16, 2024

Using dyes to research degenerative diseases

Nelson Vinueza, associate professor at NC State University, analyzes dyes to uncover valuable findings in health, forensics and sustainability.

illustration shows platelets (white blobs) and red blood cells clotting at the site of a puncture in a blood vessel.

Apr 11, 2024

Synthetic platelets stanch bleeding, promote healing in animal models

Researchers have developed synthetic platelets that can be used to stop bleeding and enhance healing at the site of an injury.

The American and Japanese flags blow in the wind on a line next to a brick building on campus

Apr 11, 2024

A rare state visit to NC State

Japan’s prime minister Fumio Kishida will come to NC State’s Centennial Campus on Friday, the first campus visit by a foreign head of state since 1954.

Apr 4, 2024

Murty and Williams win Holladay Medal

Two College of Engineering faculty members are among the four North Carolina State University professors this year to receive the Alexander Quarles Holladay Medal for Excellence, the highest honor bestowed by NC State and the university’s Board of Trustees.

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