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.,…
S. Korea confirms 3 more cases of highly pathogenic bird flu, raising this year’s total to 13 Updated: 2020-12-14 05:57:23 KST
South Korea has confirmed three more cases of highly pathogenic bird flu at poultry farms in the south and west of the country raising this year’s total to 13. The…
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…
‘Belonging’ can help keep talented female students in STEM classes
Research News Researcher Nilanjana Dasgupta’s work has led to recommendations for schools, other organizations August 26, 2016 Many women working in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) have faced a…