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Apr 19, 2022

Back from the Brink: NC State’s Key Role in Red Wolf Recovery

The College of Veterinary Medicine is at the center of a nationwide effort to help the canid survive, providing medical care, conducting research and tending its own pack of the critically endangered species. 

an adult brown bear and cub stand on a small spit of land with a lake on three sides

Apr 8, 2022

What Shapes Gut Microbiomes of Alaska’s Brown Bears? Location, Location, Location

The finding helps us understand the relationship between wildlife habitat, diet and gut microbiome diversity. 

two students in a cave with headlamps

Apr 7, 2022

‘Batty’ for Undergraduate Research Opportunities

Sophie Meng, an undergraduate student in applied ecology, went where most people won’t for her research project. 

Mar 29, 2022

A Conversation with Ecological Artist Eleanor Quist Costello Olson

Listen in on a conversation with artist Eleanor Olson, who was inspired by the wildlife in their home and the work of Rob Dunn. 

2022 Applied Ecology Minors' Research Symposia

Mar 28, 2022

The 2022 Applied Ecology Minors’ Research Symposia

Join us for the 2022 Applied Ecology Minors' Research Symposia across various times on Friday, April 22nd and Monday, April 25th! 

A bee with a marker dot on its head.

Mar 15, 2022

Counting Bees Needs A Recalibration

New research by Elsa and Emma confirms that one of the key tools used to assess bee diversity and population size is flawed, but measurable. 

Zoology professors Frederick S. Barkalow and Reinard Harkema with fur coat and display of fur-bearing animals.

Mar 14, 2022

Harkema Scholarships for Off Campus Experiences Now Accepting Applications

Applications for the Harkema Fund Scholarships for Off Campus Experiences are due April 6th 

Lindsay Zanno prospecting

Mar 9, 2022

The Deep Past and the Deep Future

Robb Dunn chats with Linsday Zanno to get her paleontological insights on her thoughts about the future.  

Applied Ecology professor and microbiologist Erin McKenney

Mar 3, 2022

Concerned About Your Students? Erin’s Faculty Blog

Erin outlines her process for addressing student absence, disengagement, and other concerns. 

Mar 2, 2022

Quiz: Which North Carolina Invasive Species Are You?

North Carolina is home to many invasive plants, animals and insects. Take our quiz to find out which one you are.