North Carolina State University

Transitivity of mutation of τ‐exceptional sequences in the τ‐tilting finite case

Abstract We prove that mutation of complete ‐exceptional sequences is transitive for ‐tilting finite algebras.

Significantly Enhanced Interlaminar Shear, Fracture Toughness, and Bending Behavior of Glass Fiber/Epoxy Laminates Containing Aligned Graphene Nanoflakes

ABSTRACT Achieving controlled through‐thickness alignment of graphene flakes within electrically insulating glass‐fiber‐reinforced polymer composites remains a significant challenge due to the limited effectiveness of externally applied electric fields in such structural material...

Techno-economic assessment of atmospheric carbon removal via anaerobic digestion of biomass waste

Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a mature technology for converting organic waste into renewable methane, with growing interest in capturing the co-produced biogenic carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) for atmospheric carbon removal. This study addresses key knowledge gaps by designing and evaluat...

Phase Behavior of Pentablock Terpolymers Differing in Molecular Architecture and Modified with a Block-Selective Oil

Abstract Thermoplastic elastomer gels constitute a valuable class of composition-tunable materials that are typically fabricated from styrenic ABA triblock copolymers (i) possessing a morphology with A-dispersions in a B-matrix and (ii) physically modified with a B-selective, low...

Machine Learning-Assisted Calibration of Fission Gas Parameters in the DART Code for U-Mo Fuel

Accurate prediction of fission gas swelling in uranium-molybdenum (U-Mo) fuel is essential for fuel qualification. The primary objective of this work is to calibrate fission-gas-related DART parameters such that the model predictions match experimentally observed fission gas bubb...

Bioinspired Mechanosensitive Organic Artificial Neuron With Programmable Excitatory and Inhibitory Responses via Nonlinear Mechano‐Electrochemical Coupling

ABSTRACT Neuromorphic systems capable of directly interfacing with the physical world are essential for embodied intelligence, wearable bioelectronics, and adaptive human‐machine interaction. However, most artificial neurons process mechanical and chemical stimuli through externa...

Modeling the impact of healthcare personnel compensation and benefits on the spread of COVID-19 in skilled nursing facilities

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the vulnerability of older adults. Older adults are particularly at risk when in group home settings. One particular type of group living, skilled nursing facilities (SNF), was highly impacted by COVID-19, with their residents accounting for a su...

Perceptions of CRISPR and the role of risk information seeking and processing: An analysis of North Carolina consumers

Genetic engineering technologies, like CRISPR, have ignited public acceptance issues due to perceived risks and previous rejection of genetically modified organisms. Thus, there is a need for evidence-based strategies to inform effective science communication and outreach. The cu...

Strain-Stabilization of Collagen in Heart Valve Tissues: A Biomechanical Account of Proteolysis

Abstract A heart valve leaflet flexes tens of millions of times each year inside a fluid carrying active collagenases, yet its collagen network holds for decades before disease unravels it within months. This review argues the resolving principle is mechanical. Tensile strain res...

Numerical investigation of ground effect on a toroidal propeller

In this study, a numerical investigation is conducted to examine propeller performance, flow physics, and aeroacoustic signatures of a toroidal propeller in ground effect (IGE). Delayed Detached Eddy Simulation (DDES) is employed to resolve propeller performance, flow structures,...

2026 International Literacy Association's Timothy and Cynthia Shanahan Outstanding Dissertation Award: An Interview With the Winner

The authors declare no conflicts of interest. Data sharing not applicable to this article as no datasets were generated or analysed during the current study.

Surface-catalyzed decomposition of ammonia in MOCVD growth of III-nitrides

The amount of ammonia available at the growth surface during metalorganic chemical vapor deposition of III-nitrides differs significantly from the reactor input. It depends not only on reactor design but also on the properties of the growth surface. To predict the surface chemica...

Where the Growth Happens: A Qualitative Case Study of Preparation for Equity Work in One Principal Preparation Program

As public schools in the United States grow increasingly diverse, the need for equity-focused school leadership has become more pressing. This study examines the design and implementation of one equity-focused principal preparation program. Using a qualitative single case study d...

Harnessing Trust in Directed Graphs: Redefining Robustness of Graph Learning

Existing research on robust Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) focuses predominantly on undirected graphs, overlooking the trustworthiness inherent in the link directions of directed graphs. In this work, we analyze the limitations of current approaches from both the attack and defense...

Profile Bayesian optimization for expensive computer experiments

We propose a novel Bayesian optimization (BO) procedure aimed at identifying the “profile optima” of a deterministic black-box computer simulation that has a single control parameter and multiple nuisance parameters. The profile optima capture the optimal response values as a fun...

A Model for Cotton Emergence Based on Thirty Years of Seed Treatment Trials Conducted by the National Cotton Seed Treatment Committee

Over 30 years, the National Cotton Council’s National Cottonseed Treatment program has conducted coordinated seed treatment trials across the U.S., resulting in a comprehensive dataset of over 500 field trials. After data curation compiled from annual reports published in the Cot...

Travel Time and Cost-Benefit Evaluation of Alternative Intersections with Three-Critical-Phase Traffic Signals in North Carolina

Abstract This paper explores the potential benefits of three-phase intersections as a compromise between two-phase and conventional four-phase designs, particularly in terms of improving travel time efficiency and safety. While two-phase intersections offer advantages in reducing...

Identifying Research Priorities for the Development of High-Integrity Forest Carbon Credits

Abstract In the United States, voluntary carbon markets have gained significant traction in recent years. However, many offset standards, protocols, and credit ratings have come under scrutiny from the public and investors for failing to produce real or sustainable carbon offsets...

Chirality-induced magnetoresistance in hybrid organic-inorganic perovskite semiconductors

The combination of semiconducting properties and synthetically tunable chirality in chiral metal halide semiconductors (CMHSs) offers a compelling platform for room temperature control of electronic spin properties, leveraging effects such as chirality-induced spin selectivity (C...

ICT and CO2 Emissions in the G20: A Channel-Based Mediation Analysis

In this study, we examine whether digitalization, measured by internet, fixed telephone, and mobile phone usage, has helped to lower carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The correlation between ICT and CO2 emissions is assessed via panel data analysis using a sample of 33 years of G20...