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Sep 13, 2022

Unique material property discovered in complex nanostructures

Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin and North Carolina State University, including Andrew A. Adams Distinguished Professor Yong Zhu from the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, have discovered a unique property in complex nanostructures that has only ever been found in simple nanostructures. 
Jose Tan holds aloft a donut while standing in front of a Krispy Kreme wall sign.

Sep 13, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Jose Tan ’08

Jose Tan, B.S. ’08, describes himself on LinkedIn as a “Malleable Engineer in a Perpetually Changing Market.” A process and quality engineer at Krispy Kreme, Jose is amplifying his chemical engineering degree by starting an MBA from Poole College of Management. Combining a strong scientific foundation with the business acumen gained while earning an MBA has given Jose the perfect recipe for problem solving.
Aerial view of The Oval and surrounding Engineering buildings and Hunt Library on NC State's Centennial Campus.

Sep 12, 2022

Engineering among NC State University advances in U.S. News rankings

NC State joins the ranks of the top 30 public universities in the nation, gaining ground in measures of value, reputation and student success.
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Sep 12, 2022

Keung awarded Pivot Fellowship from the Simons Foundation

The Simons Foundation awarded Dr. Albert Keung the 2022 Pivot Fellowship. Launched this year, the Pivot Fellowship program supports researchers who have a strong track record of success and achievement in their current field, as well as a deep interest, curiosity and drive to make contributions to a new discipline.
Andreas Schultheiss holds framed color drawing of the NC State belltower while Chancellor Randy Woodson stands to his left.

Sep 9, 2022

Rapid Shape selects Centennial Campus for North American headquarters

Rapid Shape, a German company that develops and manufactures high-end 3D printing systems, has opened its North American headquarters on NC State’s Centennial Campus. Proximity to student and faculty talent, research and state-of-the-art equipment are cited as key reasons for choosing the new location. The company is partnering with NC State’s Center for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics…
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Sep 8, 2022

Industry Partners event will highlight College’s significant impact on the state

Dean Louis A. Martin-Vega and the College of Engineering will hold an Industry Partners Lunch and Panel with North Carolina business and governmental leaders to highlight the College’s ongoing contributions to the state and its plans for expansion.
Martha & David Howard

Sep 7, 2022

Caldwell Fellows Philanthropy Spotlight: David and Martha Howard

David and Martha Howard exhibit the heart of the Caldwell Fellows program philanthropic efforts by maintaining a multigenerational lineage of donors to our program and the university.
David’s father, Paul N. Howard Jr. graduated from NC State in 1944 with a degree in civil engineering. David’s grandfather, Paul N. Howard Sr., also graduated from NC State with a degree in civil engineering in 1916.

Graphic showing circle with circular nodes around a center illustration of gallium nitride.

Sep 7, 2022

Researchers demonstrate new, more energy-efficient devices using gallium nitride

The devices are made possible by a unique technique for “doping” gallium nitride in a controlled way.
In this photo, the top of the Belltower is framed by fall foliage.

Sep 6, 2022

Veronica Augustyn named inaugural Jake and Jennifer Hooks Distinguished Scholar

RALEIGH, N.C.– Professor Veronica Augustyn was named the inaugural Jake and Jennifer Hooks Distinguished Scholar in Materials Science and Engineering, effective September 1, 2022. “I…