Natural Resources and the Environment
In Consideration of New Approaches to Wildlife Research
Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø research reveals gaps in wildlife studies, calling for a balanced focus on smaller species to guide conservation efforts and prevent biodiversity loss. Read More-
11/20/24
Rising Above Traditional Crop Disease Scouting
Discover how Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø researchers are using drones to detect crop diseases early, offering affordable solutions to support New England's small and mid-... -
11/05/24
Coyotes Thrive Despite Human and Predator Pressures
Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø research reveals how human hunting and competition with large predators influence coyote populations, shedding light on their adaptability across... -
08/12/24
Rediscovering Lost Flora: The Extinction of a Native Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø Crabgrass
Discover the extinct Digitaria laeviglumis, a unique crabgrass identified with the help of Ò×ʤ²©¹Ù꿉۪s Hodgdon Herbarium. Learn about the crucial role of... -
07/12/24
Grandy Named Fellow of Soil Science Society of America
Stuart Grandy, professor of soil biogeochemistry and fertility and co-director of the Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø Center of Soil Biogeochemistry and Microbial Ecology (Soil...
Recent Stories
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07/08/24 - New Agroforestry Project Studies Integration of Farming and ForestsÒ×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø leads a new USDA-funded agroforestry project that studies integrating crop and animal farming in forested areas for enhanced food production, carbon sequestration and climate... Read More
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06/26/24 - Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø Receives USDA Grant to Boost Climate-Resilient Farming PracticesÒ×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø receives USDA grant to explore crop row orientation and cover cropping strategies, aiming to boost climate-resilient farming practices and enhance soil health. Read More
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05/07/24 - Recognizing Achievements in Aquatic ScienceÒ×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø Professor Emeritus of Environmental Science William H. McDowell was recently named a 2024 Fellow of the international Society for Freshwater Science (SFS) for his research... Read More
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03/18/24 - COLSA Faculty Spotlight: Remington MollExplore Assistant Professor Remington Moll’s journey from aspiring athlete to wildlife ecologist, his global research, and the discovery that changed his path. Read More
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03/13/24 - Alternative Syrups: What Are They and How Can They Improve Resiliency of Maple Syrup Industry?Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø doctoral candidate David Moore, a member of the Ecohydrology Lab at the Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø College of Life Sciences and Agriculture, led research into best management practices for... Read More
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02/12/24 - Studying Fisher Mortality in the Granite StateDiscover why North American fisher populations decline. Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø researchers study mortality causes with $1.2M grant. Key insights for conservation efforts. Read More
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01/19/24 - Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø Faculty Make Highly Cited Researchers ListTwo Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø faculty, Serita Frey and Stuart Grandy, both from the College of Life Sciences and Agriculture, were included in Clarivate’s 2023 Highly Cited Researchers list, which... Read More
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12/11/23 - Roads to Removal Charts Path to Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas EconomyThe University of Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø has contributed to a first-of-its-kind new report looking at carbon dioxide (CO2) removal in the United States. Mark Ducey, professor of natural... Read More
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11/28/23 - Conservation Planning Through Genetic MonitoringExplore Ò×ʤ²©¹ÙÍø's groundbreaking study on conserving the endangered saltmarsh sparrow through genetic monitoring, highlighting key strategies against habitat degradation and climate... Read More
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10/16/23 - Department of Energy Honor to Ph.D. Student Sean Schaefer Will Advance Arctic ResearchPh.D. student Sean Schaefer and his advisor, associate professor Jessica Ernakovich, have both received grants to use Department of Energy facilities to advance their research on... Read More