Podcasts about nc science now

Artist Damian Stamer uses his brush to blend childhood memories into evocative works of art. Researchers use motion capture cameras to study how the body heals. A media arts program inspires students to learn & grow. Plus a wild & crazy sport binds these athletes together as a team & a community.

UNC Charlotte researchers apply motion analysis to study how the body responds after injuries, surgeries, and rehab programs.

UNC Charlotte researchers apply motion analysis to study how the body responds after injuries, surgeries, and rehab programs.

Jeff Smith rides along with an air ambulance crew. Frank Graff learns how the EPA is monitoring our air to keep us healthy. Erica Starke-Knight meets a family with a long history of traditional boatbuilding. And John Litschke takes us to a family farm that draws on its heritage while working toward a more sustainable future.

Endurance Seafood relies on a family foundation as it works to maintain its business in difficult times. Scientists study the mystery of Carolina Bays. Jerry Darnell man forges a career in traditional blacksmithing. Big Spoon Roasters makes big business out of its tasty nut butters. And life is peachy for life-long farmer Garrett Johnson.

Joe Kwon, the high-energy cellist for the North Carolina grown, American folk rock band, The Avett Brothers talks about music, family, friends, & food. Researchers at RTI are developing fuel from plants. Urban Ministries of Wake County planted a garden to supplement their food bank. And pre-teen Kenzie Hinson of Goldsboro started a food pantry to help people in her community.

Filmmaker Dawn Dreyer creates an animated documentary Bipolar Girl Rules the World about coping with mental illness. Researchers develop a substance that's harder than diamonds & cheaper to make. A weaving studio recycles scrap material into products that are sold to support area charities. And Pop Ferguson & his son Clyde work to preserve & promote traditional blues music.

Kings Restaurant in Kinston is a favorite among locals & tourists alike. A Charlotte engineering firm is working to bring electricity to areas in need. Former system president Tom Ross is the 2016 University Award recipient. Plus a woodcarver uses traditional techniques in making hand-carved bowls.

UNC Charlotte researchers track the Zika Virus. Western Carolina University speech pathologist Dr. David Shapiro receives the 2016 O. Max Gardner Award. Britt Boyette of Wilson makes beautiful instruments at his Salem Street Drum Company. Duke Chapel reopens after a year-long restoration project.

The NCSU 1983 National Championship basketball team, known as the "Cardiac Pack," is celebrated at the White House. The LIFT program shows families that Learning Is Fun Together. A new high-tech marine research tool is at work along our coast. History is preserved at the Alamance Battleground Center. Plus Campground Kathy has spent her career serving guests at Carowinds' Camp Wilderness.

Singer John Lewis is energizing nursing homes & senior care facilities all over Charlotte. New studies show seniors with hearing loss may be a greater risk of dementia. Paws 4 People trains service dogs for children and veterans. Goat Lady Dairy is NC’s largest & oldest goat cheese creamery in the state with a strong family legacy.

Purple Heart Homes helps wounded veterans purchase, manage, & adapt homes to aid them in their lives after service. A group of High Point University students made an amazing discovery while stargazing. Tim Gardner is makes world renowned banjos with traditional techniques. Eustace Conway promotes NC heritage & simple living on his Turtle Island Preserve.

Glass artist Ronnie Hughes' delicate wildflowers are world renowned. Scientists study why habits are formed & how to change bad habitual behavior. A women's group formed around a unique need - roof repair. Opera singer Elvira Green shares her skills & experience as an artist in residence at NCCU.

Veteran MSG John Masson shares his experiences as an ambassador for the Gary Sinise Foundation. Dominican Republic native Jay Bastardo brings his American dream to life in Greenville. Researchers study the science of sweat & hygiene. Zahra Harvey teaches aerial fitness for exercise & fun. Musician Jennifer Curtis uses her violin to work through & share life-changing events.

Gabe Eng-Goetz' Runaway Clothing line promotes his hometown of Durham. High Point University students design a tool for NASA to use in space. Waxhaw-based JAARS preserves world-wide languages in their Museum of the Alphabet. A Durham musician showcases the history of big brass in his tuba museum. Plus retired players & afficianados take to the plate in the Senior Baseball League.

The family pharmacy, Newton Grove Drug Company, is the heart of its community. Researchers study climate change & its impacts on the community at large. The Winston Cup Museum showcases the history of the NASCAR community. NC School of Science & Math teacher Phillip Riggs' work in the community earned him the 2016 Music Educator of the Year Grammy Award.

Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen has the best breakfast in NC. Two Brewmasters honor their city with their new craft beer. Art & engineering come together in the field of Mechatronics. Godwin Manufacturing earned the town of Dunn the nickname Dump Truck Body Capital of the World. Plus Dancer Ayanna Webster may be young but she's already performed on the world stage.

"The Chicken Lady" makes it her mission to serve the homeless in Greensboro. Researchers at UNCW are studying the human face for medical insights. The NC Ski Industry rebounds from an unusually warm start to the winter season. Plus the Phonomenal Dumpling Truck serves Asian cuisine that earned it the title of America's Best Food Truck.

Monthly coffee events bring veterans together across the state. Marty Kotis brings ideas from his travels home to the Triad. Researchers study the air we breathe. And scientists, tourists, & locals alike are fascinated by the Brown Mountain Lights.

Our communities and even our society is becoming increasingly eco-conscious. From recycling and composting to electric - and even pedal-operated - vehicles, inventors and innovators are constantly coming up with new ways to be more eco-friendly. So what does that have to do with the ocean?

Our communities and even our society is becoming increasingly eco-conscious. From recycling and composting to electric - and even pedal-operated - vehicles, inventors and innovators are constantly coming up with new ways to be more eco-friendly. So what does that have to do with the ocean?

Our communities and even our society is becoming increasingly eco-conscious. From recycling and composting to electric - and even pedal-operated - vehicles, inventors and innovators are constantly coming up with new ways to be more eco-friendly. So what does that have to do with the ocean?

Our communities and even our society is becoming increasingly eco-conscious. From recycling and composting to electric - and even pedal-operated - vehicles, inventors and innovators are constantly coming up with new ways to be more eco-friendly. So what does that have to do with the ocean?

Frank Graff checks in with researchers at Duke who are creating self-healing muscles, learns how special software can test new medicines, finds out about new ways to help us all eat our fruits & veggies, & learns why the soybean is considered the miracle crop.

From a new way to protect hemlock trees, to how acorns gauge the health of the forest, to preserving the history of NC's plants, to tracking the nighttime movements of wildlife, Frank Graff takes science out of the lab & into the field to see what researchers are learning as they study the natural world.

A look at the issue of domestic violence in NC. Scientists study released-discovered fossils of an unknown dinosaur. Another researcher looks into DNA from a T-Rex fossil. And Wake Forest Baptist is working with NASA to study the impacts of space flight on the human body.

Researchers are tracking great egrets to study their migratory patterns. Marine biologists are tracking gray seals. And paleontologists have discovered a new species of dinosaur.

Scientists are studying energy conservation & solar cycles' impacts on weather. Engineers are working to develop an electric-assist recumbent bike. Plus UNCC's Dr. John Connaughton releases his quarterly economic forecast.

Researchers look into just how important diet & exercise are to our health. Scientists are developing miniature organs to help drug therapies work better & faster. And a new type of medical implant is being created - one that dissolves away when its work in the body is done.

State lawmakers hear different perspectives on school funding. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Josh Stein. We continue our series of UNC campus profiles with North Carolina Central University. Beth Dehghan of Women NC & two of the group's scholarship fellows discuss this year's projects with the UN's Commission on the Status of Women.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

NCSU researchers recently traveled to Antarctica to study the glaciers. The Pop-Up Chorus offers a fun evening of music to singers of all experience levels. The NC Arboretum kicks off a new holiday light exhibit. And Dr. Landon Cox offers tips for safe cyber & brick-&-mortar shopping this holiday season.

Some NC farmers are using Aquaponics to farm in a more environmentally-friendly manner. Duck's Field Research Facility is helping scientists study the ocean. UNC Pembroke's Dr. Ben Bahr is a leading researcher in the study of Alzheimers Disease.

NC Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark Martin talks about improving the state court system. Researchers are studying acorns to test the health of the forest ecosystem. Muscadine & Scuppernong grapes are boosting the health of both people & our state's economy.

We wrap up Election season with a look back at yesterday's results, a lesson in the science of political polling, & a conversation about how well this year's polling predicted the election results.

UNCG's Dr. Robert Anemone uses modern technology to find ancient remains. Plus we'll visit two family-friendly events offering Halloween fun.

We continue our series of conversations with the candidates running for US Congress with Vince Coakley. NC A&T researchers are develop an enzyme that removes the allergen from peanuts. The Uwharrie Wine Trail showcases several NC wineries. And we preview the new season of Flavor NC.

Electricity is being generated by biogas drawn from landfills in North Carolina. A Raleigh company is creating a vaccine for mosquito-borne illnesses. Dr. Diane Howell talks about the importance of vaccines in society. And UNC Health Care is recognized for its work both treating patients & as a community partner.

We visit the campus of the University of North Carolina at Asheville. Chancellor Anne Ponder talks about her work & plans as she prepares to retire from UNCA. And Asheville musician Paul Vo has invented an adaptor that changes the sound of a guitar.

NC A&T researchers study ways to use coal ash as a building material. The Kenan Fellows Program gives classroom teachers real-world experience in science & technology. And Emil Kang gives us a preview of Carolina Performing Arts' new season.

The Roanoke River Lighthouse restoration project is complete & set to open to the public. Grimesland Plantation preserves the history of one of our state's Civil War communities. Sally Barker recreates works of art in quilts. And author Jill McCorkle talks about her new book..

Scientists aim to help NC's blueberry industry by developing a super blueberry bush. The WNC Cheese Trail showcases NC's cheese industry. And Dr. Joel Fuhrman has a new special teaching us how to eat healthy.

Several programs are working to provide solutions in mental health training & treatment. Researchers are developing new ways to treat & manage chronic pain. And author Ben Fountain talks about his new book.

Researchers work to protect & preserve the bee population. An Orange County program works to provide bees to area farmers. And Bob Geolas talks about the work of the RTP STEM Coalition.

NC Cooperative Extension works to promote & support local farmers. The Flavor NC team visits Smith's Blueberries. And author Alena Graedon talks about her debut novel.

North Carolina has the tenth highest rate of food insecurity in the nation. Researchers hope to create a warning system for the vibrio bacteria in oysters. Technicians at Duke are working on a device to help ALS patients communicate. And doctors at Wake Forest Baptist use a device to heal a pregnant woman's heart.

Researchers use computer models to study medicines impacts on our bodies. Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center's Cancer Center offers comprehensive care for patients. And we learn about pool safety tips and tools for individuals and families.

Researchers are tracking great egrets to study their migratory patterns. Marine biologists are tracking gray seals. And paleontologists have discovered a new species of dinosaur.

Researchers are partnering with drug companies to study the impact of medicines. The Swannanoa Valley Museum showcases the history of the Black Mountain region. And Tom Earnhardt talks about the work & mission of the NC Botanical Gardens.

Researchers look into just how important diet & exercise are to our health. Scientists are developing miniature organs to help drug therapies work better & faster. And a new type of medical implant is being created - one that dissolves away when its work in the body is done.

Researchers look into just how important diet & exercise are to our health. Scientists are developing miniature organs to help drug therapies work better & faster. And a new type of medical implant is being created - one that dissolves away when its work in the body is done.

Researchers look into just how important diet & exercise are to our health. Scientists are developing miniature organs to help drug therapies work better & faster. And a new type of medical implant is being created - one that dissolves away when its work in the body is done.

We remember the life & legacy of Maya Angelou. Researchers use drones to create a photo record for ecological monitoring. And Brian Maness talks about the work of the Children's Home Society of NC as we mark National Foster Care Month.

Researchers explore the possibility of repairing damaged & torn muscles through self-regeneration. The psychological & physical effects of rain & flooding on residents & businesses. Plus, Michael Sprayberry of the Dept. of Public Safety discusses various emergency preparations & responses.

Scientists are looking to pest management to preserve hemlock trees. Governor McCrory announces his budget proposal. State lawmakers convene the 2014 Legislative Short Session. And Belinda Pettiford talks about Women's Health Week.

A musician invents a device that transforms the sound of an accoustic guitar. We recap the results of the Primary Election. And KeAnne Hoeg & Alecia Altmueller give us a preview of the Listen to Your Mother annual Mother's Day show.

Science helps farmers adapt to this year's unusual winter. Quaintance-Weaver aims to promote sustainable practices & support the local economy. Plus a tour of the Kenan family's ancestral home - Liberty Hall.

Researchers study WWII shipwrecks off the NC coast. Kari Wouk & Debra Bailey talk about a special event at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences. Plus author & Exploring NC host Tom Earnhardt talks about his new book.

Lawmakers review the state pension plan for firefighters & EMT's. We go stargazing at the Staunton River Star Party. And retired NASA astronaut Dr. Mae Jemison talks about the importance of STEM education in preparing students for future careers.

NC scientists discovery a new species of dinosaur. Plus iron-rich blood may have helped preserve tissue in a T-Rex fossil. And Dr. Allen Dodson talks about the work of Community Care of NC & the state's new Medicaid proposal.

The UNC Coastal Studies Institute looks into the impact melting glaciers impact the oceans. The Cape Fear River Watch works to protect & preserve fish in the river. Plus Tara Romano talks about the work of NC Women United as we mark Women's History Month.

NCSU's Textile Testing Lab studies fabrics for a variety of criteria. Meanwhile, Opportunity Threads is giving immigrants jobs while bringing the textile industry back to NC. And Barry Porter talks about the work of the Triangle Region American Red Cross.

Scientists look into using the ocean as a source of power. Nutritionists revise the role sugar plays in a healthy diet. And Joyner Elementary's annual healthy living program & its upcoming 5K run/walk help kids & families learn to lead healthier lives.

Scientists launch the first effort to capture and track Great Egrets. And Leslie Boney & Patrick Kirsch give us a preview of the UNC Social Entrepreneurship Conference.

Scientists are using soybeans to improve medicines & therapies. The Dept. Of Commerce updates lawmakers on the new economic development corporation being established. Joan Siefert Rose gives us a preview of the annual CED Life Science Conference. And David Hains goes behind the scenes of the Tosco Music Party.

In this special we will continue to see how obesity issues are being addressed by some communities in the western region of our state.

In this special we will continue to see how obesity issues are being addressed by some communities in the western region of our state.

State lawmakers hear different perspectives on school funding. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Sen. Josh Stein. We continue our series of UNC campus profiles with North Carolina Central University. Beth Dehghan of Women NC & two of the group's scholarship fellows discuss this year's projects with the UN's Commission on the Status of Women.

NC researchers are pioneering genetic engineering of crops. Wildlife officials are working to bring water back to the Great Dismal Swamp. And Pam Wall talks about the upcoming move of the Kidzu Childrens' Museum in Chapel Hill.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

State lawmakers review the rising cost of caring for older inmates in NC prisons. Kelly McCullen talks further about the issue with Sen. Mike Woodard. A high-tech puppet show is presenting an old craft in a new light. And Dean Susan Jaffe of the UNCSA School of Dance talks about the programs underway at the school.

NC legislators discuss altering state rules for local environmental ordinances. Kelly McCullen talks further on the issue with Rep. Chuck McGrady. A nationally-known venomologist joins ECU to treat & study snake bites. Morehead Planetarium played an important role in training early astronauts.

President Barack Obama speaks on the economy during a visit to NC State University. A new WRAL documentary looks at child poverty in NC. And a Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center team is looking to develop therapies more quickly.

Appalachian State researchers study the health benefits of exercise. A tour of the Porsche By Design exhibit at the NC Museum of Art. And Dr. Stephanie Francis talks about the work & mission of InterAct of Wake County.

From a study of the life-cycle of box turtles, to tracking the red drum fish, to combating the invasive lionfish, Frank Graff looks back at the science of marine life in our state.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

From a study of the life-cycle of box turtles, to tracking the red drum fish, to combating the invasive lionfish, Frank Graff looks back at the science of marine life in our state.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

The NC Research Campus is using zebrafish to study potential drug therapies for humans. The Highland Games attract visitors & competitors from across the country. Plus Dr. Joe Zublena & Dr. Fletcher Barber talk about the NC Cooperative Extension's upcoming 100th anniversary.

The NC Arboretum is preserving our state's native plants in a unique archive. UNC Charlotte researchers use sound waves to aid utility crews. Dr. Elisabetta Politi talks about health habits for the holidays & beyond.

Gene Furr/PhotojournalistKelly McCullen has a conversation with Gene Furr, the former Chief Photographer for the Raleigh News and Observer who has received over 250 photography awards. Some of them include the North Carolina Press Photographer of the Year, the Southern Photographer of the Year Award twice and the World Press Award.

From the farm to the table, Kelly McCullen takes a look at sweet potatoes, one of North Carolina's biggest crops.

A UNC-CH researcher is developing a faster way to test water quality. Two Rolesville girls are raising champion turkeys for the State Fair. Gloucester celebrates its traditional Charcoal Mullet feast. And the Tar Heel Traveler meets an artist with a collection of gratitude.

New technology helps a UNCA professor find President Lincoln in a rare photograph. We begin a series looking at NC's connections to NASA. And Dr. Myron Cohen has been recognized with the NC Award.

A look at natural horsemanship and the growing area of research in human animal interaction. One NC family came up with a unique way to save their farm. And Dr. David Jones talks about current projects underway at the NC Zoo..

Researchers have developed an innovative tracking system for gray seals. Another scientist has developed a "robotic" rescue assistant from cockroaches. And NCCU student Sheldon Mba is the national spokesperson for the Give A Spit bone marrow donation campaign.

Archaeologists from Warren Wilson College study the remains of a Spanish fort found in NC. The NCSU Garage Lab helps aspiring entrepreneurs build their businesses. And Patrick Reid talks about TigerSwan's Guardian Angel Project.

An in-depth conversation about debt negotiations in Washington & their potential impact in NC. A look at how lasers can not only protect & preserve art, but also determine its legitimacy. And Anne Tazewell talks about alternative fuels & efforts underway to increase their usage in NC.

Researchers are using fish to study the health of not only the ocean, but of the fishing industry as well. Greensboro's SciQuarium is a state-of-the-art facility offering visitors a high-tech science experience. And Dr. Vinnie Popli talks about a new procedure to treat epilepsy.

Duke University Professor Donald Taylor talks about the Affordable Care Act & its implementation in NC. Elkin establishes the Overmountain Victory Trail. The Cradle of Forestry preserves our state's forestry education program.

Scientists are extracting nutrients from fruit & infusing them into other healthy snack products. Piedmont Distillers is brewing up sweet success with its moonshine. And a visit to the Sanctuary Vineyards.

Callahan's gift shop is drawing tourists & business to Calabash. Joy Salyers & Greg Bell preview this weekend's Folklife Festival. And author Allan Gurganus talks about his new book.

We continue our NC Science Now series with a UNC Greensboro study of the habits & life cycles of the box turtle. The marine science fun continues with a visit to the Fort Fisher Aquarium. And the World of Bluegrass Festival begins a 3 year stint in Raleigh next week - we get a preview from William Lewis.

We continue our NC Science Now series with a look at how composting brings new life to the soil. Dr. Bruce Jentleson shares his insights on Syria. Changes to the state's unemployment system are impacting many North Carolinians - we'll have details & talk in-depth with the overhaul bill's sponsor Rep. Julia Howard.

We commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington with conversations with Charmaine McKissick-Melton & Dr. Maya Angelou. Plus a computer program is helping scientists understand & predict storm surge.

We continue our Science Now series with a look at Durham's Raincatchers program. We visit an immersive sporting event drawing participants from near & far. And Dr. Terri Young talks about children's eye care.

We kick off our NC Science Now series with a look at how conservators preserve artifacts. And Dr. Irving Joyner talks about the impact of new voting laws in our state.

We kick off our NC Science Now series with a look at how conservators preserve artifacts. And Dr. Irving Joyner talks about the impact of new voting laws in our state.