Research

May 22, 2023

The Changemakers

Terri Long, Marvin Moncada and Kenny Sherin are creating life- and industry-altering change. Close the digital divide, shuck stereotypes for plant scientists and age liquor at a breakneck speed–all in a day’s work for these changemakers. 

May 10, 2023

New Faculty Position in Food Sustainability

Assistant Professor Minliang Yang is creating global solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create healthier — and more sustainable — food. 

Apr 27, 2023

Farming with Artificial Intelligence

In this episode of Farms, Food and You, we’ll dig deep into A.I. and other technology utilized in agricultural research with Jevon Smith, a research computing manager for the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative. 

Apr 26, 2023

Nature’s Chefs

Researchers are proposing a new way to think of some interactions between species, classifying various plants, animals and fungi as “nature’s chefs.” 

Apr 26, 2023

Study Finds Significant Variation in Anatomy of Human Guts

Researchers found significant variation in the anatomy of the human digestive system, with pronounced differences possible between healthy individuals. 

Apr 24, 2023

Study: Tribal Water Rights Underutilized in U.S. West

Lack of irrigation infrastructure and convoluted land ownership issues represent the major impediments to tribes, the study suggests. 

Apr 17, 2023

Earth Day Special Highlights Soil-Based Solutions

In an Earth Day broadcast special, PBS North Carolina highlights research on carbon removal and capture by two soil science faculty. 

Apr 17, 2023

Multifunctional Patch Offers Early Detection of Plant Diseases

The patch can be applied to the leaves of plants to monitor crops for different pathogens – such as viral and fungal infections – and stresses such as drought or salinity. 

Apr 17, 2023

Perfume Helps Lure Male Moth Pests

Adding a small amount of a perfume component to pheromones helps attract male fall armyworms looking for a good time. 

Apr 14, 2023

People, Plants and Profit

Assistant Professor Melinda Knuth and her lab study the intersections between horticulture, personal well-being and consumer interest.