Putting the sloth in sloths: Arboreal lifestyle drives slow pace
Research News Sloths, one of few species that live in tree canopies, subsist solely on leaves July 20, 2016 Although most of the terrestrial world is covered in trees, few…
Building communities of research at tribal colleges
Research News Two NSF-supported research programs share experiences from fieldwork August 2, 2016 When is research about more than just the findings it produces? What about when it connects with…
Calculating solutions to combat Zika
Research News NSF-funded mathematician playing pivotal role in disease mitigation August 5, 2016 The images are heartbreaking: thousands of infants born with small, misshapen heads, the result of a rare…
Computer programming made easier
Research News Harnessing automated program synthesis allows non-programmers to create working code August 11, 2016 Nobody said computer programming was easy. But maybe in the future, it could be. In…
Turn your eyes to the skies for the latest explorers
Research News 6 ways NSF-supported research is improving unmanned aerial systems for scientific and societal benefit August 18, 2016 From strengthening wildlife conservation efforts to improving disaster response, researchers are…
Biodiversity in salt marshes builds climate resilience
Research News Relationship between mussels and marsh grass protects species, prevents grass die-off August 19, 2016 Coastal ecosystems worldwide are feeling the heat of climate change. In the Southeastern U.S.,…
Using data to better understand climate change
Research News NSF-supported research team develops data-driven methods to refine climate predictions, analyze climatic changes August 23, 2016 The year 2016 is on pace to be the hottest on record,…
Flood forecasting gets major upgrade
Research News With launch of new National Water Model, advanced software and cyberinfrastructure help forecast flash floods with greater accuracy August 24, 2016 The recent floods in Louisiana have reminded…