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Nuclear Energy: Why Advanced Small Modular Reactors Now?

James B. Hunt Jr. Library, Duke Energy Hall

Today’s world needs more low-carbon power than ever before. Advanced Small Modular Reactors have emerged as a key part of the federal government’s strategy to combat climate change and strengthen energy security. If you’re unfamiliar with ASMRs, they are innovative nuclear reactors, far smaller than a traditional power plant, capable of generating up to 300…

Climate-Conscious NC: A Serious Game About Extreme Heat

Heat is nothing new to the Southeast, but a warming climate is giving rise to new challenges. North Carolina can expect to see more frequent and more intense heat events, including longer spans of extremely hot days that threaten human life. We can also expect to see warmer nights and higher minimum temperatures. These changes…

Making Space: Artist Talk With River Takada-Capel

DH Hill Jr. Library, Fishbowl Forum

Making Space is an NC State University Libraries event series that features underrepresented groups in science and technology. Join us for a talk featuring River Takada-Capel. Takada-Capel is a Durham-based mixed media and fiber artist, instructor and homemaker who teaches sewing and textile classes. Takada-Capel has taught courses for the Scrap Exchange, The ArtsCenter, the…