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How Do Wildfires Impact Water Quality?

Andrew Moore

Apr 11, 2025

Seventh Annual Day of Giving Raises Nearly $800K for College of Natural Resources

Wolfpack alumni, faculty, staff and others came together for the 24-hour fundraiser to support the College of Natural Resources.
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Apr 8, 2025

Federal Funding for Research Fuels Innovation in Natural Resources

College of Natural Resources faculty received nearly $22 million in federal research grants last year.
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Mar 18, 2025

Ready for Spring Allergies? Here’s What You Need to Know

Tree pollen is often the cause of most spring allergy symptoms, according to NC State professor Robert Bardon.

Mar 14, 2025

Natural Resources Alumni Affected by Federal Layoffs Speak Out

Courtney Hotchkiss and Julianne Reas were among the thousands of federal employees to recently lose their jobs as a result of the government’s “workforce optimization initiative.”
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Mar 3, 2025

Natural Resources Professor Promotes Post-Disaster Resilience in Impacted Communities

Kathryn Stevenson is one of many researchers collaborating on a project aimed at supporting teachers in resilience-focused disaster response.
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Feb 27, 2025

Trump’s Mass Federal Layoffs Raise Concerns About the Future of Public Lands

America's national parks, forests and other public lands could be facing an existential crisis as the Trump administration continues to terminate thousands of federal employees.
A distant view of a forest fire, with flames and smoke rising against the backdrop of trees and a darkening sky.

Feb 21, 2025

How Do Wildfires Impact the Environment?

In addition to altering vegetation patterns and destroying wildlife habitats, wildfires can degrade water and air quality.

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Feb 20, 2025

Natural Resources Professors Named 2024-25 University Faculty Scholars

Justin Baker and Mirela Tulbure are among 20 early- and mid-career NC State faculty to be recognized for their outstanding academic achievements and contributions to the university.
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Feb 17, 2025

How Do Wildfires Impact Plants?

Wildfires can have a wide range of effects on trees and other plants in affected areas, according to NC State professor Robert Scheller.
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Jan 23, 2025

How Do Wildfires Impact Water Quality?

High-intensity wildfires can remove vegetation and reduce the ability of soils to take up water, leading to increased runoff of ash and other pollutants into waterways.