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The late afternoon sun cuts across the Belltower.

Feb 14, 2019

NC State a Fulbright Leader — Again

NC State again makes the list of research universities with the most Fulbright U.S. Scholars.

Maria Oliver-Hoyo next to a molecule reproduction

Feb 1, 2019

Oliver-Hoyo Named Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Maria Oliver-Hoyo is a chemistry professor recognized as one of NC State’s top education innovators.

Jan 16, 2019

Researchers Create ‘Shortcut’ to Terpene Biosynthesis in E. coli

Researchers create a more efficient, customizable enzymatic pathway for producing terpenes – molecules useful in everything from cancer drugs to biofuels – in E. coli.

Dec 19, 2018

Virtualizing Organic Chemistry Labs

Through an exploratory grant, DELTA teamed up with Maria Gallardo-Williams to create five virtual reality organic chemistry lab experiences. The student-focused and inclusive experience immerses users into the lab.

College of Sciences Award Winners pose with their awards.

Dec 6, 2018

College Honors Outstanding Alumni and Students

Three alumni and two students received awards recognizing their extraordinary achievements and contributions to the college.

Virtual Library of New Macrolide Scaffolds graphic

Nov 27, 2018

Virtual Library of 1 Million New Macrolide Scaffolds Could Help Speed Drug Discovery

New virtual library of 1 million macrolide scaffolds could speed antibiotic, anti-cancer drug discovery

Photo of a drawer containing vials of dyes.

Oct 22, 2018

NC State Library: Where Hair Product Researchers Go to Dye

NC State researchers use dye library to find new and safer hair-coloring products.

Oct 9, 2018

Thank You, Teachers

NC State faculty make a marked difference in the personal and academic lives of their students. In recognition of this commitment to holistic student success, the Office of Faculty Development started the Thank a Teacher program in 2010.

Oct 8, 2018

Approach Paves Way For New Generation of Antimicrobial Materials

Researchers have successfully developed materials with the ability to render bacteria and viruses inactive using only ambient oxygen and visible-wavelength light. The new approach opens the door to a range of new products aimed at reducing the transmission of drug-resistant pathogens.

Sep 17, 2018

Rocky Road: Nanocars Roll, Hop and Skid Across Surfaces

A nanocar’s rolling wheels can move the vehicle in a straight line in distances up to 16 times its body length.

NC State Belltower under a crisp blue fall sky.

Aug 27, 2018

Meet the New 2018-19 Sciences Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

This year, we’re welcoming eight new scientists with diverse backgrounds and research interests to our college.

Aug 16, 2018

Chemist Smirnov Named Scott Distinguished Professor

The College of Sciences has named distinguished chemist Alex I. Smirnov as the Governor Robert W. Scott Distinguished Professor.