Frank Graff talks with author and biologist E.O. Wilson about his plan to help save the planet.
Environment
The What's in the Water Show
Researchers want to understand why sea grass and fish are dying, algae is growing and water quality is deteriorating in North Carolina's largest natural lake, Lake Mattamuskeet.
NC State Parks Director Reflects on 100 years
Mike Murphy, the director of North Carolina’s State Parks, looks ahead to the next 100 years.
Great Smoky Mountain Air
Great Smoky Mountains National Park's biologically diverse ecosystems face the threat of air pollution. However, the future may hold clearer skies as air quality over the park might be improving.
Secrets of Currituck Sound
Scientists launch the first study of the unique Currituck Sound’s water quality, habitats and wildlife.
New Weather Warnings
A deep dive into a century of data stores at NOAA’s National Center for Environmental Information reveals new weather warnings as the Earth’s climate changes.
Hurricane Matthew: the Science of Cleanup
Hurricane Matthew's floodwaters are receding, but it's the mess, left behind, that could be dangerous. NC Science Now's Frank Graff explains the hazards of cleaning up.
Seagrass Science
Scientists discover and analyze the important function of seagrass beds as not only habitats, but as buffer zones and water purifiers.
Nest Egg Science
Researchers look at the connection between nest construction, climate and the survival and growth rates of Carolina Chickadees.
Synchronous Fireflies
Scientists don’t know why these rare synchronous fireflies, found in a section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, glow simultaneously.