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Belltower - Chancellor's Innovation Fund Helps Turn NC State Research into Real-World Solutions - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

Sep 6, 2019

Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Helps Turn NC State Research into Real-World Solutions

The Chancellor’s Innovation Fund is helping six researchers turn their discoveries into market-ready solutions.

Jun 4, 2019

Skyler Price: Citizen Science Sparrow Swap Internship

Have you ever seen a small, dainty, blue-colored bird with a dark tan chest? If so, you have probably seen an Eastern Bluebird, one of the area’s most beautiful native…
Bird in the weeds - How Sea Level Rise Affects Birds in Coastal Forests - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

May 9, 2019

How Sea Level Rise Affects Birds in Coastal Forests

Saltwater intrusion changes coastal vegetation that provides bird habitat. To find out what it means for birds, researchers went to North Carolina's Albemarle-Pamlico Peninsula, compared to the Everglades and Serengeti for its biodiversity.
Classroom - Creating a Climate Roadmap for Chatham County - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

May 8, 2019

Creating a Climate Roadmap for Chatham County

Environmental Sciences students worked with Chatham County to reduce the county's climate impact.
Classroom - Climate Education for Kids Increases Climate Concerns for Parents - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

May 6, 2019

Climate Education for Kids Increases Climate Concerns for Parents

A new study finds that teaching children about climate change increases their parents’ concerns about climate change.
Smoky Mountains - How Tree Diversity Regulates Invading Forest Pests - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

Mar 25, 2019

How Tree Diversity Regulates Invading Forest Pests

A study of U.S. forests reveals relationships between tree diversity and pest diversity. Results could help improve forest monitoring.

Mar 19, 2019

Let’s Talk Trash: The Ocean Edition

When you visit your favorite beach, what do you see? Maybe you see gorgeous shells decorating the sand and foot prints. Conversely, maybe you see discarded beverage cans, cigarette butts,…
Bird on a Box - Triangle Bird Count To Shed Light On Urban Wildlife - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

Mar 19, 2019

Triangle Bird Count To Shed Light On Urban Wildlife

Wildlife researchers are launching a bird population survey in the Triangle region, focused on getting a better understanding of the birds that live in Raleigh, Durham and other urban centers.
Network - Transcription Factor Network Gets to Heart of Wood Formation - Forestry and Environmental Resources NC State University

Mar 6, 2019

Transcription Factor Network Gets to Heart of Wood Formation

Research from NC State's Forest Biotechnology Group has applications in timber, paper and biofuels, as well as healthier forests.

Feb 19, 2019

Announcing Doris Duke Scholars

We are proud of our chosen Doris Duke Conservation Scholars for 2019-2020! Aaron Durham, Environmental Sciences Mya Wilson, Environmental Sciences Shannon Dolan, Environmental Sciences Jared Lamb, Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation…