Category: Research

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Oct 15, 2020

Brewing Up Ancient Beer

History professor Tate Paulette explores the beverage of choice in Mesopotamia: beer.

People walk down a fishing pier along the ocean.

May 1, 2019  |  Quiz

Quiz: Moms, Dads and Politics

Whether you’re a parent, a political junkie or just plain curious, take this quiz developed by NC State political scientist Steven Greene.

Wearing a jacket and scarf, Veljko Dubljevic looks off into the distance.

May 1, 2019  |  Research

Exploring the Ethics of Moral Enhancement

Can a pill make people more moral? Philosophy professor Veljko Dubljevic explores this question and others through his research.

Wearing blue gloves, Tim Stinson rubs a plastic eraser against an old manuscript.

Nov 14, 2018  |  Research

English Professor Extracts Biological Clues from Ancient Books

In an effort to tell the full history of medieval manuscripts, NC State professor Tim Stinson is teaming up with scientists to collect structural proteins and DNA from old texts.

Fanice Thomas smiles while standing on NC State's Court of North Carolina

Nov 14, 2018  |  Students

Next Generation Researcher Readies to Take On Health Disparities

Doctoral student Fanice Thomas is honing her leadership skills through a prestigious health policy fellowship. She'll apply what she learns to improve health and well-being in immigrant communities.

Mary Haskett talks with students.

Apr 27, 2018  |  Research

Exploring Hunger and Homelessness at NC State

Far too many NC State students are at risk for homelessness and hunger, as research from psychologist Mary Haskett shows.

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Oct 10, 2017  |  Research

Mind on the Road

Cognitive psychologist Jing Feng works to keep your eyes — and mind — on the road.

May 24, 2017  |  Research

Science Behind Bars

Partnering with the local jail, NC State faculty, students and alumni are working together to break the cycle of incarceration.

May 24, 2017  |  Research

Talking Black in America

NC State’s Language and Life Project drew on decades of research to produce the first feature-length documentary on African-American speech.