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Engineering an Impact: How a Rural Works! Intern Generated $160,000 in Savings

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Oct 29, 2026

Al Mason ’88 Scales Up Lean Enterprise Strategy

Al Mason is returning to M.C. Dean to scale up operational excellence across the organization, building on his experience at the company in 2024.
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Oct 22, 2026

NC State, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and JEOL put full-size 3D-printed tungsten tiles into a U.S. fusion facility

A team from North Carolina State University, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and JEOL Ltd. has 3D printed full-size tungsten tiles for the inside wall of a fusion device, finished…
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Oct 14, 2026

Study Offers Insights On How Heart Valves Last So Long

Researchers find that biomechanics play a surprising role in protecting heart valves from breaking down.
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Sep 30, 2026

From Air Force to Space, Kevin Ford Lands at MAE as Professor of the Practice

Retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Ford is bringing his expertise in space flight and perseverance to NC State’s Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) this…
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Sep 24, 2026

NC State Engineering Climbs National Rankings

U.S. News and World Report ranked the College of Engineering at NC State University No. 18 among public institutions in its 2027 list of best undergraduate engineering programs. 
William Carter pictured during his internship with Edelbrock.

Sep 22, 2026

Engineering an Impact: How a Rural Works! Intern Generated $160,000 in Savings

Led by NC State’s Career Development Center, Rural Works! connects students with paid summer internships at employers across rural North Carolina.