Geospatial Forum to Explore Social Justice and Sustainability

Published on Sep 18, 2019

Geospatial Forum to Explore Social Justice and Sustainability

On Oct. 3, North Carolina State University will host renowned critical urban planning and environmental social science scholar and author Julian Agyeman to present his work at the intersection of social justice and sustainability, followed by a geospatial panel discussion.

Published on Aug 2, 2019

How Big Data Can Help Predict the Spread of Pests and Pathogens

Dynamic modeling is helping decision-makers curb the spread of economically and ecologically destructive pests and pathogens.

Published on Jul 18, 2019

Big Cats in the Backyard: Master’s Research Reveals Important Finding About Human-Leopard Interactions

Habitat type could modify the relationship between leopards and humans.

Published on Jun 24, 2019

Can Genetic Engineering Save Our Planet’s Biodiversity?

Researchers at NC State’s College of Natural Resources — and around the world — are considering ways to employ genetic engineering for conservation.

Published on Jun 20, 2019

Can a Hands-on Model Help Forest Stakeholders Fight Tree Disease?

Ross Meentemeyer and fellow researchers offer Tangible Landscape, an interactive model that allows participants to try different solutions to help stop sudden tree death.

Animated woman looks at house sparrow eggs

Published on Jun 20, 2019

Sparrow Swap: Using Citizen Science to Study House Sparrows

Dr. Caren Cooper started Sparrow Swap, a citizen science project that studies house sparrows.

Published on Jun 17, 2019

How Sea Level Rise Affects Birds in Coastal Forests

Researchers in the College of Natural Resources explore the effects of change in vegetation for coastal bird species.

Published on May 17, 2019

1 Million Species Are At Risk Of Extinction — Here’s Why It Matters

Scientists say global biodiversity is declining at an “unprecedented” speed. But what does it mean for humans?

Published on May 16, 2019

Graduation to Vocation: Applying Research in Tree Water Usage to Real-World Issues

NC State College of Natural Resources graduate, Andrea Medenblik, wants clean and accessible water for everyone.

Published on May 13, 2019

Black Bears in the Backyard

Dr. Chris DePerno recaps the results of a multi-year study on black bear populations in Asheville, N.C.

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