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Fiber Batteries Promise ‘Smart Clothing’ but Two Obstacles Stand in the Way

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Ivan, a seeing eye puppy, eyes an umbrella as part of his training.

Feb 23, 2026

Sensor and AI Innovations Helping to Build Better Working Dogs

A recently published Science magazine article highlights the urgent need for new scientific and technological solutions that enhance working dog and guide dog training and selection. These solutions are being developed at NC State’s College of Engineering.
A magnifying glass lying over a digital fingerprint.

Feb 23, 2026

AI Steps Up in the War on Trafficking

Researchers develop AI that supports investigators, reduces burnout and strengthens the fight against human trafficking.
Image shows the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

Feb 23, 2026

The Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Understanding Water Currents and a Disaster’s Aftermath

Researchers from NC State and Nagoya University recently published a manuscript investigating the 2024 Francis Scott Key Bridge disaster.
A group of 6 people: 4 female and 2 men smiling at the camera

Feb 20, 2026

Saving Lives in the Critical Minutes: How SelSym Biotech is Transforming Trauma Care

As hospitals close and access to trauma care becomes increasingly limited, especially in rural communities, the window to save lives after severe injury continues to narrow.
Three different images next to each other showing a microscopic image of bone, a close-up of tree bark, and an image of a white wind turbine against a blue sky.

Feb 20, 2026

Engineered Materials Can Self-Heal and Last Centuries

Researchers at NC State University created a system that enables engineered composites to self-heal, similar to the regenerative abilities found in organic materials like bone and wood.
photo shows the lower body of a man in athletic gear running on pavement. one of the man's lower limbs is a prosthetic device

Feb 20, 2026

Personal Perception of Body Movement Changes When Using Robotic Prosthetics

The way we understand the movement of our own bodies plays an important role when learning physical skills, but a new study finds this phenomenon works differently when learning to use robotic prosthetic devices.
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Feb 19, 2026

Engineering Students Win ‘Best Sustainable Design’ at NC State’s 2026 Make-A-Thon

Nearly 160 NC State students came together on January 22 in Duke Energy Hall for the university’s annual Make-A-Thon, an interdisciplinary design challenge focused on sustainability innovation.
Image of superomniphobic material's creation and testing.

Feb 19, 2026

Researchers Create Ultra-Stretchable, Liquid-Repellent Materials Via Laser Ablation

Researchers have used laser ablation to create ultra-stretchable, superomniphobic materials without the use of harsh chemical solvents.
Supercapacitor yarns integrated in a fabric for powering LEDs'

Feb 19, 2026

Fiber Batteries Promise ‘Smart Clothing’ but Two Obstacles Stand in the Way

Fiber batteries are an emerging technology which could one day be used to create smart clothing with a wide array of functions, from charging electronic devices to acting as wearable controllers. However, a new study finds scientists have two major obstacles to overcome before the technology is ready for practical use. First and foremost is…