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Computer Science

The College of Engineering offers globally ranked and industry-driven computer science programs within a supportive community, ensuring the tools and skills to lead with the technology of tomorrow.

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Nov 10

Tuesday12:00 PM

CS Grad School Panel Discussion
Nov 10

Tuesday1:30 PM

Engineering Meaningful Learning Experiences: Learner Modeling, Small AI, and the Effortless Bypass Dilemma
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Tuesday2:00 PM

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November 10, 2026

New Tech Turns Your Arm Into a Smartwatch Trackpad

The system uses radar to track the movement of a user’s fingers on the forearm and monitors pressure on the skin, providing the same level of force-touch detail available on laptop trackpads.
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November 09, 2026

Professors Iqbal Husain and Laurie Williams Receive the 2026 R.J. Reynolds Awards

NC State University professors Iqbal Husain and Laurie Williams each received the 2026 R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Award for Excellence in Teaching, Research and Extension, which is the most prestigious award the College of Engineering at NC State can bestow to individual faculty members.
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November 09, 2026

New ‘Directional’ Password Technique Addresses Memorability, Security, Efficiency

A new password authentication technique for use in virtual reality settings allows users to choose directions rather than numbers. The approach supports the same number of possible combinations as a six-digit numeric password, but is easier for users to remember.

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