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The Sky Needs Its ‘Silent Spring’ Moment

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Oct 3, 2022

NC State Avian Ecologist Lauren Pharr Examines Climate Change Impact on Birds

The Technician
Throughout her research, Pharr identified birds as a keystone or indicator species: a species that provides scientists with invaluable information on various environmental conditions. 

Oct 2, 2022

How To (Safely) Get Rid of Woodpeckers Attacking Your House

Greensboro News & Record
The area's common suburban and urban woodpecker species — primarily the downy woodpecker and red-bellied woodpecker — are resident, meaning they stay in the same place year-round, said Christopher Moorman, a professor and associate head of the Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at NC State. 

Sep 27, 2022

How is Fall Foliage Going to Look in NC This Season?

CBS 17
“We’ve had great weather with these warm sunny days and cool nights should help contribute to good vibrant colors in this region of the state,” said Robert Bardon, a professor of forestry and environmental resources at NC State. 

Sep 26, 2022

What is the Most Vulnerable City to Flooding in the U.S.?

Newsy
"There are communities all across the nation that are susceptible to flood damage," said Georgina Sanchez, a research associate with the Center for Geospatial analytics at NC State. 

Sep 26, 2022

Fall Color: When and Where to Find the Brightest Reds, Yellows and Oranges

Cornelius Today
“I think we’ll see leaves peak at about the same time as they have in recent years,” said Robert Bardon, a professor of forestry and environmental resources and the associate dean of extension at the NC State College of Natural Resources. 

Sep 23, 2022

Grape-Killing Insect Could Be In California By 2027

KRON4
An invasive insect that could severely impact the wine production industry could arrive in California’s vineyards by 2027, according to a study by NC State researchers. 

Sep 22, 2022

When Washington Will See the Peak Fall Foliage Season

KING 5 News
"Drought conditions through the summer often create shorter fall color seasons with less vibrant colors, which results in fewer leaves in the trees as the seasons change from summer and into the fall," said Robert Bardon, a professor of forestry and environmental resources at NC State. 

Sep 21, 2022

Study: More Green Space, Less Crime

INDY Week
A new study from NC State researchers finds that urban green spaces in cities like Durham and Raleigh are linked to a lower risk of crime. 

Sep 17, 2022

Christmas Countdown: Science Saves North Carolina’s Most Classic Christmas Tree

Queen City News
Climate change is putting the nearly $250 million state staple at risk. In response, there are some elves that work their magic, not on toys, but on an essential part of every family’s Christmas season. It’s not quite Santa’s workshop, but NC State’s Christmas Tree Genetics Lab. 

Sep 15, 2022

The Sky Needs Its ‘Silent Spring’ Moment

Scientific American
A surge of new research underscores the growing global problem of light pollution—as well as the urgent need for public awareness and action