The NC State research team will develop a narrative video game to help middle school students improve their reading skills, particularly in scientific and technical language. The goal is to create an engaging educational experience for students of all backgrounds.
A study by North Carolina State University found that organized sports can bring people together and provide hope in the wake of disasters like Hurricane Katrina. The research highlighted both the positive and negative impacts of sports on community recovery.
A team of researchers has discovered a gene connected to the production of new brain cells in adults, which acts as an 'off switch' before neurons are formed. However, further experiments revealed that Foxj1-expressing cells functioned as stem cells until adulthood, producing fewer neurons than expected.
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a model that can find optimal fiber optic network connections significantly faster and more efficiently. The model breaks down the complex problem into smaller units, allowing for faster design and re-design cycles.
Researchers from NC State University have designed a sensor that can measure strain in structural materials and heal itself when broken. The sensor, which uses infrared light to detect changes in length, contains a UV-curable resin that hardens upon damage, allowing it to repair automatically.
A new method developed by North Carolina State University researchers can accurately predict player behavior in online role-playing games, including World of Warcraft. The tool uses data-driven predictive modeling to identify groups of achievements that are closely related and can predict future behavior with up to 80% accuracy.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have figured out how copper induces misfolding in the protein associated with Parkinson's disease. This finding has implications for both the study of Parkinson's progression and future treatments. The researchers used computer simulations to ferret out the most likely binding scenario, re...
Researchers developed a new technique for using multi-core chips more efficiently, enhancing computer models of biological systems by over seven-fold. This could impact areas like drug development and biofuel engineering.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a method to apply conductive nanocoatings to textiles, enabling the creation of flexible electronic devices. The new technique uses atomic layer deposition and measures conductivity using larger probes, providing a better understanding of how to apply coatings on textiles.
A new study from North Carolina State University explores the complexities of discussing safer sex with transgender individuals, revealing high HIV prevalence rates and difficulties in communication. The research aims to provide more effective safer sex outreach tools for the community.
Research from North Carolina State University shows biodegradable products break down quickly, releasing potent greenhouse gas methane. The study suggests slower degradation is more environmentally friendly.
Researchers developed two new techniques to maximize multi-core chip performance by efficiently allocating bandwidth and prefetching data. These techniques improved chip performance by 40% compared to chips without prefetching and 10% over chips that always prefetch data.
A new study finds that hips provide most of the power during walking, but ankles dominate during running. This discovery could inform the design of assistive devices and prosthetics for humans.
A 'gatekeeper' protein called C/EBP alpha plays a crucial role in preventing DNA damage and skin cancer. Its absence is linked to human skin cancers, including breast and colon cancer, and may also play a role in tumor suppression.
New non-volatile main memory technology poses security risks, but NC State researchers have developed a solution using i-NVMM with incremental encryption. The system protects 78% of main memory during typical operation, slowing performance by only 3.7%. This makes i-NVMM more secure than conventional DRAM.
A study by North Carolina State University found that perceived media bias on specific issues can increase political engagement, while general bias may lead to apathy. Researchers discovered a direct link between biased views on stem cell research and increased political action.
A new study from North Carolina State University reveals that most high-risk patients do not adhere to prescribed statin treatment, despite the significant benefits of taking these medications. The study found that only 48% of patients take their statins as prescribed after one year, and this number drops to 27% after 10 years.
NC State physicist Dean Lee and colleagues create simulations using effective field theory to calculate low-lying states of carbon-12, confirming the Hoyle state's existence. The research provides a better understanding of 'fine-tuning' in stellar processes that produce essential elements for life.
A study found that Atlantic molly females from regular surface streams have difficulty reproducing in dark conditions and are more prone to stress-induced bacterial columnaris disease. The research suggests that permanent darkness severely hampers reproduction in these fish, highlighting the importance of light for their survival.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have found a specific gene in corn associated with resistance to three important plant leaf diseases. The glutathione S-transferase gene is linked to modest levels of resistance to Southern leaf blight, gray leaf spot, and Northern leaf blight.
Scientists from North Carolina State University have created a device that enables precise steering of laser beams without moving anything. The technology uses polarization gratings to redirect light and has various potential applications, including free space communication and LIDAR.
A new study from North Carolina State University identifies cultural factors that social-service providers and others need to understand to form effective partnerships with Latino church leaders in addressing domestic violence. These factors include the importance of acknowledging traditional male and female roles in Latino cultures, a...
Feral pigs in eastern North Carolina have been found to host significant numbers of parasites that can be transmitted to humans, including Toxoplasma gondii and Trichinella. The study's findings highlight the potential health risk posed by feral pigs to both domestic swine and humans.
Fat, oil, and grease (FOG) harden into calcium-based fatty acid salts, creating deposits that reduce wastewater flow and cause environmental problems. Researchers have discovered the molecular mechanism behind FOG deposit formation using FTIR spectroscopy.
The researchers discovered that graphene's mobility and conductivity decrease significantly when more than one layer is present. However, even the reduced mobility is higher than in many conventional semiconductors, offering a potential solution by using substrates to 'siphon off' heat generated by electric current.
Researchers from North Carolina State University developed a system to measure brand personality appeal (BPA), allowing companies to understand how favorably their brand is viewed by consumers. The BPA framework assesses three components: favorability, originality, and clarity, grading brands on their overall appeal.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed soft, elastic gels that change color when exposed to UV light. The materials are made with a type of photochromic compound called spiropyran, which changes color in response to UV radiation.
Researchers at NC State University have developed a material that can bind and trap radioactive iodide in drinking water, making it safe for human consumption. The material, which combines hemicellulose and chitosan, can also extract heavy metals from water, providing a sustainable solution for desalination.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed software that creates a privacy mode for Android systems, giving users flexible control over personal information. The TISSA prototype includes four possible privacy settings for each application, allowing users to customize the level of information accessed.
A new study from North Carolina State University finds that the general public perceives nanoparticles as a relatively low risk, with 60% of respondents viewing them as posing only a slight health risk or none at all. The study compared public perceptions of nanoparticle risks to other environmental and health safety risks.
A new study from North Carolina State University has identified a specific microbe that is the key to methane production in landfills. This anaerobic bacterium, Methanosarcina barkeri, consumes acids and increases pH levels, making other areas habitable for more methanogens.
Researchers at North Carolina State University used a genetic model of dogs to identify genes involved in human non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The study found that only a few genes were shared between dogs and humans, suggesting that the genetic changes associated with the cancer are much less complex in canines.
Researchers from North Carolina State University discovered that craniofacial features of men and women have become less pronounced in Spanish skulls spanning four centuries. The study highlights the changes in facial structure among females, which may be attributed to improved nutrition or environmental factors.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a software tool that helps programs run more efficiently while maintaining their safety features. By utilizing multi-core computer chips, the tool speeds up programs by 580% compared to manual reprogramming.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have successfully created ordered layers of nanoparticles using spincasting, a technique that utilizes centrifugal force to distribute liquids onto solid substrates. This approach has promising results for the creation of materials with various uses, from optics to electronics.
A recent study from North Carolina State University emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in healthcare IT development. The authors highlight the need for experts from various fields, including doctors and nurses, to be involved in product design, implementation, and research.
Research from North Carolina State University reveals that international laws can create uncertainty and confusion in addressing piracy, leading to inconsistent responses from countries. The existing framework of international laws leaves room for pirates to exploit loopholes and escape justice.
Researchers found that heavier individuals have wider femur shafts, hypothesizing this is due to increased weight and altered movement patterns. The study used 121 white male bones to eliminate racial and gender variations.
The North Carolina State University Engineering Entrepreneurs Program (EEP) has been successful in producing results, with alumni 73% more likely to start a new company and 23% more likely to create new products and services. The program focuses on learning by doing, encouraging students to form their own start-up companies and develop...
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a new method for creating uniform carbon nanofibers, which could enable precise scientific measurement tools and medical imaging devices. The technique uses nickel nanoparticles coated with ligand shells to grow carbon nanofibers of specific sizes.
Scientists have created a comprehensive framework for understanding fly evolution, revealing surprising relationships between species. The study provides new insights into the origins and diversification of flies, which comprise over 10% of all life on Earth.
A study by NC State University researchers found that bank shots are more effective than direct shots, especially from 12 feet away or in the 'wing' areas between the three-point line and free-throw lane. The optimal aim points create a 'V' shape near the top center of the backboard.
Research from North Carolina State University found that closely contested games result in a significant increase in traffic fatalities, with nail-biter games being the most dangerous. The study, published in Journal of Consumer Research, suggests that competition-induced testosterone may play a role in this increased risk.
Researchers found that Republican and Democratic narratives about the American South shaped the way Americans view themselves. Dr. Christina Moss argues that these narratives effectively marginalized African-Americans by defining regional identity in terms of white voters' control over power.
A study by North Carolina State University found that superficial similarities between training participants and helper agents enhance performance. Participants reported better engagement and focus when the helper's communication style matched their own, leading to improved learning outcomes.
The new method developed by NC State researchers allows for the controlled assembly of nanowires on rubber substrates, facilitating research into device applications such as nanoelectronics and nanosensors. By stretching the rubber substrate, the alignment and density of the nanowires can be precisely controlled.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have found a compound that induces intestinal birth defects in frog embryos and also inhibits the growth of cancerous tumors. The compound, dubbed 'heterotaxin,' disrupts asymmetry in organ development and prevents normal blood-vessel formation, cell migration, and adhesion.
Research from North Carolina State University found that African-American children's language use fluctuates as they adopt and abandon vernacular English patterns. The study, tracking 88 children since 1990, reveals a cyclic pattern in the use of African-American vernacular English.
The NC State team has created microfluidic devices with inherently aligned electrodes composed of liquid metal alloy, allowing for easier and faster electrode creation. This approach enables the creation of useful electrode configurations that were previously difficult or impossible to achieve.
Research from North Carolina State University finds that children of working mothers are 200% more likely to experience asthma, accidents, and overnight hospitalizations. Advanced statistical techniques were used to isolate the causal relationship between maternal employment and child health outcomes.