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Scientists have shown that viral infection is involved in coral bleaching - the breakdown of the symbiotic relationship between corals and the algae they rely on for energy.
Up until the 20th century, Palmyra was an isolated and tranquil atoll in the Pacific, until visiting ships introduced rats and invasive palms to the island's ecosystem. By the end of the century, the island was nearly unrecognizable - and an unexpected problem had emerged. The article interviews Rebecca Vega Thurber, an "expert in marine ecosystems," on the link between missing seabirds and declining coral populations.
Faculty Focus, an online teaching resource currently ranked as #8 in the Teach100 daily rankings of education blogs, has highlighted the innovative teaching strategies that OSU's math department is enlisting to teach large classes such as College Algebra.
George Poinar Jr., an international expert on using life forms trapped in amber to learn about the ecology of Earth millions of years ago, has identified 4 new species of parasitic, cockroach-killing ensign wasps that lived up to 25 million years ago.
Starting Wednesday, OSU's TRACE-COVID-19 team has been testing up to 1,000 faculty, students and staff at the OSU Corvallis campus each week, as well as collecting wastewater samples. Epidemiologist Benjamin Dalziel, who has co-led the project, contributes to the report.
A newfound collection of ostracods preserved in amber reveals that megasperm - giant sperm that in extreme cases may be over three times the adult body length - dates back to at least about 100 million years ago during the time of the dinosaurs. Article quotes OSU affiliate professor George Poinar, a prolific entomologist and paleontologist.
A United Nations report has concluded that the world has not met targets set ten years ago to protect global biodiversity. Esteemed OSU ecologist Jane Lubchenco has laid out an extensive plan to address these shortcomings.
President Trump has chosen David Legates to fill a top position at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - former seat of OSU distinguished professor Jane Lubchenco under President Obama.
David Legates, a University of Delaware professor and climate change denier, has been hired for a top position at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Jane Lubchenco, an OSU ecologist and former occupant of the position, casts doubt on the choice.
Seafood production could see as much as a 75 percent leap over the next three decades if certain policy reforms and technological improvements are put in place, according to research led by marine ecologist Jane Lubchenco.
Marine ecologist Jane Lubchenco has led an international collaboration of scientists that studied how seafood has the potential to meet the increasing global need for protein.
Oregon State biochemist Adrian Gombart has published new research suggesting that people may benefit from higher levels of vitamins and supplements than has previously been federally recommended.
Vitamin deficiencies are common, and may contribute to age-related decline of the immune system - shows new research led by biochemistry professor Adrian Gombart.
As the world's population continues to grow, new research from OSU marine ecologist Jane Lubchenco predicts that the ocean may hold solutions.
Biochemistry and Biophysics professor Tory Hagan has led a study that demonstrates the health benefits that lipoic acid supplementation can have on obese people.
Oregon State's TRACE-COVID-19 project is collaborating with the Clean Water Services to collect sewer water from several Oregon communities to give public health officials better information on the spread of the virus. Quotes epidemiologist Ben Dalziel on the project's future undertakings.
Biochemistry professor Adrian Gombart's research has helped spur textile chemicals innovator Devan to launch a new 'multivitamin' blend that utilizes vitamin C to boost immunity.
New research has come out underscoring the vitality of urgent action to preserve the earth's oceans. Preeminent marine ecologist Jane Lubchenco is quoted for her vast experience and insight on the next steps for humanity.
Biology undergraduate, science writer and book reviewer Sarah Olson Michel was selected by Science Friday to share her top summer science books of the year.
Federal regulators have given final environmental approval for a groundbreaking blue pigment discovered in Oregon. The clearance opens the door for “YInMn Blue” to be manufactured for commercial sale in a broad range of products.
