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Image shows Afsaneh Rabiei inspecting metallic foam created in her lab.

Apr 8, 2026

Improving Safety When Transporting Radioactive Material Using Composite Metal Foam

A safer, easier way to transport nuclear fuel may be on the horizon, thanks to researchers at NC State. 
Image shows a headshot of Assistant Professor Andrew Ziccarelli.

Mar 31, 2026

Award-Winning Steel Researcher Featured in Industry Magazine, Podcast

A leading publication in the steel industry recently featured one of our own, Assistant Professor Andrew Ziccarelli. The magazine Modern Steel Construction, published by the American Institute of Steel Construction… 
Image shows a graduate student explaining his research on a stage.

Mar 19, 2026

‘It Will Pay Off’ | Ph.D. Student Thomas Thelen Highlights Importance of Communication in Research

Graduation is right around the corner for Ph.D. student Thomas Thelen. As he finishes his journey at NC State’s Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering (CCEE), he’s leaving with a… 
Image shows Sarah Grace smiling at Jockey's Ridge.

Mar 17, 2026

Researcher Spotlight – Sarah Grace Lott

Sarah Grace Lott is a 2025-26 Global Change Research Fellow in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering. Read her interview below. About You What do you study? I… 
An NC State student smiling at another student at the EWC Symposium.

Mar 11, 2026

Graduate Students Tackle Environmental Challenges, Share Research at EWC Symposium

On March 6, students shared their work at the Environmental, Water Resources and Coastal Engineering (EWC) Symposium. Nearly 40 graduate students created research posters to present to colleagues, faculty, prospective graduate students and a panel of judges. 
A headshot of Prof. Emily Berglund.

Mar 6, 2026

Prof. Emily Berglund Recognized for Promoting Women in Engineering, Water Resources Research

In the male-dominated field of engineering, an NC State professor is being recognized, both for her exceptional work in water resources and for her promotion of women in engineering.