The North Carolina Science Festival is a month long celebration of science every April. Each year there are hundreds of events focused on fun, interactive science learning opportunities. An initiative of Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, the Festival highlights the educational, cultural and financial impact of science in this state. Through hands-on activities, science talks, lab tours, nature experiences, expos, exhibits and performances, the Festival engages a wide range of public audiences while inspiring future generations.

The Master of Microbial Biotechnology (MMB) program at NC State University is a unique blend of science and business education with practical training in the biotechnology industry. We prepare students to become successful professionals in the bioscience industry.

Scientific Research and Education Network (SciREN) aims to connect local STEM researchers and educators to foster the dissemination of current research and ultimately enhance the science literacy of today’s youth through annual networking events and lesson plan workshops.

For students, focusing on underrepresented minorities, girls, and students from low-income backgrounds, they facilitate hands-on mentoring and engagement opportunities with STEM professionals. For educators, they provide half day immersion trips to experience STEM in real-life inside STEM companies around the Triangle region.

Offers an ABET accredited B.S. in Biomedical and Health Sciences Engineering (BMHE). Once admitted to the Joint Department at UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State University, students in the program become enrolled at both institutions and graduate with a joint degree from both institutions.

Offers a Master’s of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering, a PhD in Biomedical Engineering and two graduate certificates in biomedical imaging and nanobiotechnology.

The program in biotechnology prepares graduates for entry-level positions in drug discovery and development sciences, advanced biotechnology laboratory methodologies, and regulatory and managerial policies related to the approval process for new chemical entities and devices. Graduates will be sought after for positions in bio-manufacturing, environmental remediation, food sciences, and biopharmaceutical sectors of the biotechnology industry.

Young Women in Bio (YWIB) is a nationwide, nonprofit, volunteer organization that encourages young girls to explore opportunities, education, and careers in STEM. YWIB is affiliated with Women in Bio. YWIB RTP holds events for young women that introduce them to a range of STEM careers and experiences. YWIB RTP has capitalized on the many academic institutions and local biotech companies in the area to share and discuss a wide array of STEM fields with our student attendees.