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#2 – Best online master’s in computer engineering 2022January 3, 2022 Computer engineers develop, improve, and implement the technologies that have become essential to the success of so many organizations. We look at the best schools offering a master’s in computer engineering, with NC State’s online computer engineering master’s program at No. 2, which focuses on VLSI systems and networking, along with computer architecture and systems. |
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America’s Greatest Disruptors: Amay BandodkarDecember 15, 2021 Tiny computers can do wonderful things when strapped to your body—think smartwatches, fitness trackers and other wearables—but how to comfortably, easily and consistently power these devices without a bulky battery and the need for constant recharging is a challenge. Amay Bandodkar has come up with a novel idea: Use sweat. |
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Can U.S. remain competitive in SiC chip industry?December 1, 2021 While silicon chips for power electronics are an American innovation, their production slipped away from manufacturers in the United States to those in East Asia. Victor Veliadis is doing his best to keep that from happening with silicon carbide (SiC) chips, which outperform silicon. Veliadis, executive director, chief technology officer and principal investigator at PowerAmerica, has a stake in where the superior SiC chips are made. |
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Why this NC State project could accelerate drone entrepreneurshipNovember 10, 2021 Entrepreneurs looking to monetize 5G networks “and beyond” have a new tool thanks to a national effort spearheaded by a research team at North Carolina State University. AERPAW, a project designed to accelerate the integration of unmanned aerial systems – also known as drones – is now generally available, a development officials say could give Triangle companies the upper hand. |
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NCSU scientists develop process to make lasers, LEDs more efficientOctober 26, 2021 Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new process that makes use of existing industry-standard techniques for making III-nitride semiconductor materials, but results in layered materials that will make LEDs and lasers more efficient. |
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NC State researchers find security vulnerabilities with some older iPhonesSeptember 14, 2021 It was a very like a shot in the dark,” said Aydin Aysu, who is an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at N.C. State.
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Assisting guide dogs with data: Guiding Eyes for the BlindAugust 26, 2021 A team from North Carolina State University—including Alper Bozkurt—and IBM are working with the non-profit to improve operations. |
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Triangle area ranked second-best place in country to live in new U.S. News & World ReportJuly 13, 2021 Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill are known for their research/technology roots and collegiate rivalries. This tri-city region (known as the Triangle) is luring new residents every day with strong job growth and a high quality of life. |
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Alumnus Appointed to Board of TrusteesJuly 8, 2021 NC State’s Board of Trustees welcomes three new members including Timothy Humphrey. Humphrey is a 1996 graduate of NC State with a Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering. He is a member of the NC State Electrical and Computer Engineering Hall of Fame. Humphrey serves as vice president of the IBM Chief Data Office, senior state executive for IBM in North Carolina and senior location executive for IBM in Research Triangle Park. |
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Bandodkar: Innovators Under 35June 30, 2021 Amay Bandodkar’s lightweight sensors could make wearable tech more useful and practical. |
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Harnessing the Wild Power of AI Image GenerationJune 16, 2021 A new AI method (nicknamed “LostGANs”) creates and retains a background image, while also creating figures that are consistent from picture to picture, but show change or movement. |
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Garner man ‘walks’ to the ends of the EarthJune 1, 2021 24,901.6 miles: That’s the distance of the equator of the earth, and Jerry Healy (EE 1969) of Garner has one more mile to go before reaching it! |
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Will We Ever Be Able to ‘Talk’ With Our Pets?May 31, 2021 “We are definitely in a new era where we have new tools to achieve a more conscious and efficient communication with our pets and working animals,” explains NC State’s Alper Bozkurt. |
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40 Under 40 2021: Eric TaylorApril 23, 2021 Though he is today chief operating officer at Ben & Jerry’s ice cream franchisee Primo Partners LLC. Eric Taylor’s career journey includes working as an engineer and missile defense systems. “The [electrical] engineering degree that I received from N.C. State University created the foundation for me to be successful in life. I acquired invaluable skills that I utilize daily in problem solving and decision making.” |
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How Mussels can be Monitored to Indicate Aquatic ToxinsApril 12, 2021 AZoCleantech speaks with Dr. Alper Bozkurt and Dr. Jay Levine from NC State. The pair teamed up to develop a system that monitors the movement of mussels. The opening and closing of bivalve mollusks can indicate toxins in aquatic environments. |