Tag: forestry and environmental resources

Published on Dec 9, 2019

Mapping the Expansion of Coyotes

Dr. Roland Kays, a Research Associate Professor at NC State's College of Natural Resources, discusses the explosive growth of coyote populations across North America with National Geographic. 

Published on Nov 20, 2019

NC State Undergraduate Research in Conservation Provides Unique Opportunity to Student

Despite only being a sophomore in college, Kirsten Keleher has participated in numerous conservation-focused research studies through NC State University and partner organizations. 

Published on Oct 17, 2019

NC State’s Anna Humphrey Chosen For Prestigious NOAA Hollings Program

The Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship program by NOAA includes a financial award paid summer internship. 

Published on Sep 25, 2019

Does the Rising Heat in Raleigh Disproportionately Affect Low-Income and Minority Groups?

Due to a lack of green space and a gentrification pattern in Raleigh, heat is rising. Who does this impact the most? 

Published on Jul 29, 2019

Forestry Student Wins Resource Management Service Scholarship

The forestry scholarship will allow Sarah Bailey to practice forestry and graduate with no debt. 

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 25, 2019

NC State to Offer Online Graduate Certificate in Renewable Energy Development

The program consists of four online courses that are designed to give individuals a comprehensive understanding of the clean energy market. 

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. 

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.