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Department of Plant and Microbial Biology 
Microbiology Graduate Programs

News Archive

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May 11, 2022

2022 Plant and Microbial Biology Departmental Awards and Recognitions

Congratulations to all PMB students, faculty, and staff for all that you have accomplished this academic year! 
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May 2, 2022

Student Spotlight: Shreeja Chhaya

We recently had the chance to chat with Shreeja Chhaya, a first-year Master's of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) student, to learn about her academic journey and plans for the future. 
Alumni Spotlight - Ryan Larsen Headshot

Mar 8, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Ryan Larsen

Ryan Larsen graduated from NC State with his Master’s of Microbial Biotechnology in 2019 and his MBA in 2020. Check out what he has been up to since he graduated! 
Alumni Spotlight - Headshot of Kristen Eads

Mar 2, 2022

Alumni Spotlight: Kristen Eads

Kristen Eads graduated from NC State with her Master’s of Microbial Biotechnology in 2006. Check out what she has been up to since she graduated! 
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Feb 23, 2022

Student Spotlight: Ben Jones

We asked 2nd year MMB student Ben Jones a few questions about himself and his time in the program to get to know him better! 
MMB Student working in a lab during their summer internship

Oct 18, 2021

MMB Summer Internships

Despite the difficulties posed by COVID-19, MMB students safely completed their summer internships at biotech companies in RTP. Some MMB students share their internship experiences and any advice they have for future students. 
2021 CALS Alumni Award Recipients

Sep 29, 2021

2021 CALS Distinguished and Outstanding Alumni Honored

Congratulations to our PMB alumni for being honored as an outstanding CALS alumni! 
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Sep 21, 2021

Department of Plant and Microbial Biology Newsletter – Fall 2021

The PMB Department Fall Newsletter introducing new members of our department and recognizing new grants, papers and other achievements of the last year. 
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Aug 24, 2021

Student Spotlight: Dilan Rivera

We asked MMB student Dilan Rivera a few questions about himself and his time in our program to get to know him better! 
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Aug 18, 2021

Alumni Spotlight: James Rebenski

James Rebenski graduated from NC State in 2016 with a B.S. degree in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation Biology. He then went on to earn a Master's of Microbial Biotechnology in 2018. Check out what James has been up to since he graduated!