Scientists Study 'Ghost Forests' Produced By Climate Change

Nov 4, 2024

Scientists Study ‘Ghost Forests’ Produced By Climate Change

Extreme Tech
NC State researchers recently found that dead trees in coastal forests contained microbial communities rich with aerobes, or air-reliant microorganisms. These aerobes can convert methane into carbon dioxide.

A man dressed in a blue jacket and plaid shirt stands in an office - Hal Lawton Names 2024 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year - College of Natural Resources News at NC State University

Nov 4, 2024

Hal Lawton Named 2024 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year

Lawton, who graduated with dual degrees in pulp and paper science technology and chemical engineering in 1996, has served as president and chief executive officer of Tractor Supply Company since January 2020 and is a member of the company’s board of directors.

Oct 30, 2024

Helene Damage in Western North Carolina Leading to Increased Wildfire Risk

FOX Weather
Powerful winds from Helene knocked down large swaths of trees in western North Carolina. This tree mortality resulted in tree debris, such as leaves and branches, that can dry up and become fuel for a wildfire, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.

Oct 28, 2024

From NC State to the Olympics: One Graduate’s Unique Journey

Ellie Whittington ‘20 combined her passion for journalism and sports and now works as a social media freelancer for NBC Sports, covering mega sporting events like the Olympics.

Oct 24, 2024

Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risk, Expert Says

Damaged trees can become a significant fire hazard in dry conditions, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.

Oct 24, 2024

Feeling Stressed? Watching Birds is Good Therapy.

The Minnesota Star-Tribune
At North Carolina State University a study found “that students who have nature-based experiences described improved well-being and lower psychological distress than those who do not.”

Oct 23, 2024

New Certificate Prepares Grad Students to Engage Public in Research

The 12-credit certificate covers the fundamentals of participatory sciences and provides experiential learning opportunities for students.

Oct 23, 2024

Finding Could Help Turn Trees Into Affordable, Greener Industrial Chemicals

Morning AgClips
Trees offer a unique opportunity to replace petroleum-derived chemicals with bio-based alternatives, and NC State researchers are one step closer to making it a reality.

Oct 22, 2024

Are Trees the Future for the Production of Industrial Chemicals?

Chem Europe
The findings of a new study published by NC State researchers put us a step closer to making industrial chemicals from trees as an economically and environmentally sustainable alternative to chemicals derived from petroleum.

Oct 21, 2024

Finding Could Help Turn Trees Into Affordable, Greener Industrial Chemicals

Environmental News Network
Trees are the most abundant natural resource living on Earth’s land masses, and NC State scientists and engineers are making headway in finding ways to use them as sustainable, environmentally benign alternatives to producing industrial chemicals from petroleum.

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