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Aug 26, 2026

Ph.D. Student Wins University-Wide Contest for Research Video

Every year, students, faculty and staff submit photos and videos of their research for the annual contest, Envisioning Research. Whether in the lab or in the field, these images highlight…
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Aug 26, 2026

Get to Know Our Newest COE Students

From studying abroad to studying under some of the best faculty in the country, the newest undergraduate students at NC State’s College of Engineering are ready to engineer their futures. 
Christina Koch at NC State.

Aug 24, 2026

A New Name at Home

NASA astronaut Christina Koch returned to the campus where she earned three degrees, welcomed by a cheering crowd, a renamed building with her name on it and a limited-edition taste of her own Howling Cow ice cream.
Edward Jaselskis in a suit holding an award.

Aug 19, 2026

Jaselskis Named ‘Outstanding Academic’ by Construction Industry Institute

Edward Jaselskis is making a lasting impact on the construction industry. The Construction Industry Institute (CII) named Jaselskis one of its 2026 Outstanding Academic Award winners for his leadership in…
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Aug 6, 2026

New Community Collaborative Research Projects Address Water Issues Across the State

Four new projects have received funding from the Community Collaborative Research Grant Program (CCRG). North Carolina Sea Grant and NC Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) administer the CCRG Program in partnership with the William R. Kenan Jr. Institute for Engineering, Technology and Science (KIETS).
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Aug 3, 2026

A Public Health Challenge Has Led to a More Efficient Way to Allocate All Sorts of Resources

Researchers have demonstrated a way to drastically reduce the computing power needed to run large-scale optimization models while still producing near-optimal results.
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Aug 3, 2026

Researchers Improve Day-Ahead Solar Forecasting for Energy Sector by Up To 13%

Researchers have demonstrated techniques that can improve day-ahead solar forecasts by up to 13% over the most consistently performing individual model.
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Aug 3, 2026

NC State to Lead Three Department of Energy Genesis Mission Projects

NC State will lead three Genesis Mission projects using AI to expedite discovery in the fields of high-performance computing, cybersecurity and astrophysics.
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Jul 21, 2026

Offshore Energy Installations Could Get Easier with New Anchoring System

Offshore renewable energy is top of mind for NC State researchers looking to advance clean energy sources. From wind turbines to wave energy devices, the seafloor is the new horizon…
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Jul 20, 2026

High School Students Learn Real-Wold Impact of Engineering at CCEE Summer Camp

From touring world-class facilities to completing challenging projects, two dozen high school students got an inside look at NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) at this…
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Jul 17, 2026

CCEE Professor Uses Geotech to Aid Earthquake Recovery 2,000 Miles Away

On June 24, 2026, Venezuela experienced an unprecedented pair of earthquakes within 39 seconds of each other. A massive 7.2 magnitude earthquake was quickly followed by an even larger 7.5…

Jul 16, 2026

NC State’s World Cup Assist

Whether you’ve followed every FIFA World Cup game so far this summer or only caught the highlights, you’ve seen NC State Engineering at play.
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Jul 16, 2026

CCEE Faculty Member Contributes to Development of New UNC System-Wide AI Course

A new online course is helping students across North Carolina understand the everchanging landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). “Foundational Generative AI Literacy and Responsible Use” became available to students across…
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Jun 22, 2026

Detlef Knappe Recognized as ‘Trailblazer’ in Forever Chemicals Research

A 30-year veteran of NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE) was recently recognized for his research on forever chemicals. Detlef Knappe, S. James Ellen Distinguished Professor…
Madison Mueller in a red shirt standing in a grassy field with town buildings in the distance.

Jun 16, 2026

Madison Mueller ’23: Supporting Communities Through Engineering and Faith

Since graduating from NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), Madison Mueller has spent the last few years traveling across Africa. Mueller knew from a young age…
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Jun 9, 2026

New Structural Connection Can Shorten Construction Times and Strengthen Buildings Against Earthquakes

Researchers at NC State are developing a way to construct bridges faster and make them more resilient against natural disasters.  In a recent study, Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental…
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Jun 4, 2026

Full-Circle Moment: CCEE Graduates Renovate Former Classroom Building

Less than 10 years after graduating from NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), two alumni are back on campus to renovate a building that holds many…
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May 21, 2026

NC State’s Richard Kim Wins UNC System’s Highest Faculty Honor

Kim is the 2026 recipient of the UNC System’s O. Max Gardner Award for his contributions to improving roadway infrastructure around the world.
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May 19, 2026

Chris Frey Receives Dixy Lee Ray Award for Contributions to Environmental Protection

The award, established in 1998 in honor of Ray, recognizes significant achievements and contributions in the field of environmental protection and engineering.
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May 18, 2026

Data Centers Are Driving Up Power Bills. A New Study Looks at How Bad It Could Get

Electricity demand from data centers and cryptocurrency mining is likely to increase power costs in parts of the country by up to 57% by 2030.