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February 7, 2023 General

A time-lapse photo of a traffic intersection at night

Researchers Propose a Fourth Light on Traffic Signals – For Self-Driving Cars

By Rob Lasson Engineers at NC State University are now proposing a “white light,” for autonomous vehicles to help control traffic flow and let humans know what’s happening.

February 2, 2023 General

Ben There, Will do That

By Rob Lasson It seemed easy for the newest OR faculty member, Ben Rachunok, to return to NC State. He received his bachelor's degree from NC State and grew up here.

January 17, 2023 General

A row of blue digital wind turbines drawn with lines on a black background

It’s like a Fitbit, But Bigger

By Rob Lasson OR assistant professor Sara Shashaani is researching digital twins thanks to a three-year grant from the National Science Foundation.

December 15, 2022 General

Ph.D. student Jessica Mele gets hooded during the OR Fall 2022 OR Graduation Ceremony

OR Fall 2022 Graduation Ceremony

By Rob Lasson The Fall 2022 OR Graduation Ceremony was live-streamed so that all the friends, families, and OR community could celebrate this joyous event anywhere.

December 12, 2022 General

Leila Hajibabai and team analyzing an active EV charging station

Will the Widespread Adoption of EVs Crash the Power Grid?

By Rob Lasson Leila Hajibabai and her team are developing models to weigh EV challenges, including where to deploy charger locations and how to make them more efficient.

November 14, 2022 General

Grad Student Profile: Russ Nelson

By Rob Lasson Russ Nelson, U.S. Army Veteran, is using his time in the OR Program to help ensure mission success.

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