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Open Space Has Increased in the Triangle, But There’s Still Work To Be Done

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Wide shot of forest fire. - Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risks, Expert Says - College of Natural Resources News NC State University

Oct 24, 2024

Hurricanes Can Increase Wildfire Risk, Expert Says

Damaged trees can become a significant fire hazard in dry conditions, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.

Oct 2, 2024

Port Strike Could Reignite Toilet Paper Shortage — But Don’t Panic, Expert Says

Whether the strike results in a toilet paper shortage depends on how long it lasts, according to one NC State professor.
Arial hurricane image - What Climate Change Means for Tourism - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Oct 2, 2024

What Climate Change Means for Tourism

Tourism-dependent communities must take action to become more resilient to climate change if they want to maintain visitors, according to NC State professor Erin Seekamp.
Anika Shah standing in front of Tower Bridge in London, United Kingdom - London Calling: Anika Shah Reflects on Studying Abroad in UK -College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Sep 30, 2024

London Calling: Anika Shah Reflects on Studying Abroad in UK

Shah was one of 14 NC State students who traveled to London and other cities across the United Kingdom this summer to study sport management.
Lainie Powell snorkeling in the Atlantic Ocean - Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas - College of Natural Resources at NC State

Sep 27, 2024

Learning in Paradise: Lainie Powell Reflects on Studying Abroad in the Bahamas

Powell was one of several NC State students to travel to Andros Island for two weeks this summer to conduct research on blue holes and other aquatic ecosystems.
Matthew Menon posing for a photo in front of the Swedish flag - A Scandinavian Summer - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Sep 25, 2024

A Scandinavian Summer

Matthew Menon, a sophomore majoring in environmental sciences, was one of several NC State students who traveled to Sweden and Norway this summer to study the sustainable use of natural resources.
Christmas tree farm in Avery County just outside Newland - Growing Christmas Trees for the Future - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Sep 16, 2024

Growing Christmas Trees for the Future

NC State is leading a nearly $7.5 million project to accelerate the genetic improvement of Christmas trees to mitigate the impacts of climate change and disease and pest outbreaks.
Silhouette of a person breakdancing in an underground garage - NC State Student Uses AI to Boost Team USA's Olympic Breaking Performance - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Aug 7, 2024

NC State Student Uses AI to Boost Team USA’s Olympic Breaking Performance

Breaking — more commonly known as breakdancing — is set to make its Olympics debut at the Paris 2024 Games, and Team USA could land top podium spots thanks to…
The Eiffel Tower with the logo of the Olympic Games - 5 Reasons Why the Olympics Are Important - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Aug 1, 2024

5 Reasons Why the Olympics Are Important

From facilitating international cultural exchanges to promoting diversity and inclusion in sports, the Olympics are unlike any other sporting event in the world.
Long exposure photograph of a flowing stream in Umstead State Park in Raleigh, North Carolina - Open Space Has Increased in the Triangle, But There's Still Work To Be Done - College of Natural Resources at NC State University

Jul 3, 2024

Open Space Has Increased in the Triangle, But There’s Still Work To Be Done

Population growth and development continue to outpace open space protection across the region, highlighting the need for continued investment in land conservation.