Record #:

29658

Author(s):

Yeomans, Jonathan

Abstract:

Once known for textiles and tobacco, North Carolina is now renowned for technology. From computers and software to pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and research trials, top companies in technology and biotechnology are calling the state, particularly the Research Triangle Park, home.

Source:

NC Magazine (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 66 Issue 2, Feb 2008, p10, 12-15, por

Subject(s):

Research Triangle Park; Biotech industries--North Carolina; Technological innovations

Record #:

29690

Author(s):

Yeomans, Jonathan

Abstract:

The demand for residential and commercial space in downtown Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina is rapidly increasing. To meet the demands, companies have capitalized on high-rise condominiums and mixed-use skyscrapers like the RBC Plaza and Wachovia First Street Cultural Campus.

Source:

NC Magazine (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 66 Issue 3, Mar 2008, p38-43, por

Subject(s):

Skyscrapers--Charlotte; Skyscrapers--Raleigh

Record #:

29770

Author(s):

Yeomans, Jonathan

Abstract:

The biggest economic development in southeastern North Carolina will also create and new industry for the area. The GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy plant in Castle Hayne, North Carolina will expand its operations to include laser technology in order to extract uranium.

Source:

NC Magazine (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 66 Issue 9, Sept 2008, p28, 30, por, map

Subject(s):

Nuclear energy; General Electric Co. (GE); Power plants--Innovations