Will ticks be worse this year after another mild winter in the Lehigh Valley?
| lehighvalleylive.com
Tick season is upon us, but in a mild winter like the one we've just had, they can be out looking for something to bite well in advance. This article quotes Emily Struckhoff, vector-borne disease program specialist with Penn State Extension.
Susquehanna Valley agriculture business reacts to Port of Baltimore closure
| wgal.com
Farmers are concerned about the fertilizer supply. This article quotes Leon Ressler, agronomy educator with Penn State Extension.
Leader in Intersectional Environmentalism to visit Penn State
| psu.edu
The Penn State student group U-Belong will host Diandra Esparza, executive director of Intersectional Environmentalist, for a keynote talk on Wednesday, April 3, from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in 10 Sparks at the University Park campus.
Penn State startup developing spatially targeted cancer therapy
| psu.edu
Penn State startup Illuminate Therapeutics is working to create a potent and targeted treatment for head and neck cancers that would cause minimal damage to healthy surrounding tissues. The potential treatment leverages Illuminate’s Light Activated Drug Delivery and Release platform, or LADDR.
Melting ice in the polar north drives weather in Europe
| eos.org
Influxes of meltwater into the North Atlantic eventually lead to warmer and drier conditions over Europe. This article quotes Melissa Gervais, assistant professor of meteorology and atmospheric science.
Building affordable futures: The State College Community Land Trust's impact on housing equity
| happyvalleyindustry.com
In a community like State College, where the aspirations of its residents shape its identity, SCCLT stands as a testament to what can be achieved through collaboration and shared purpose. As SCCLT continues its mission, it not only secures homes but also fosters a sense of belonging and opportunity for all who call Happy Valley home.
Penn State expert says dairy farmers shouldn't worry about avian flu
| 1340wraw.iheart.com
Penn State Expert Says Dairy Farmers Shouldn't Worry About Avian Flu. This article quotes Hayley Springer, associate clinical professor of veterinary and biomedical sciences.
They're back: Spotted lanternflies to emerge with spring
| triblive.com
Spotted lanternflies, the invasive insects that have plagued Western Pennsylvania for the past several years, are expected to make a return starting in April, as their young emerge from egg masses. This article quotes Penn State Extension expertise.
Innovation linked to international exports for both rural and urban firms
| psu.edu
U.S. companies actively engaged in creating innovative products or processes are more likely to expand into international markets, according to a new study led by Penn State researchers. The findings, which apply to both rural and urban companies, could inform efforts aimed at boosting U.S. exports.
Vaccine protects cattle from bovine tuberculosis, may eliminate disease
| psu.edu
Bovine tuberculosis (TB) is a livestock disease that results in large economic losses to animal agriculture worldwide. The disease can also transmit to humans and cause severe illness and death. Researchers from Penn State, Addis Ababa University and the University of Cambridge have now demonstrated that a vaccine for TB currently used in humans significantly reduces infectiousness of vaccinated livestock, improving prospects for elimination and control. The study published today (March 28) in the journal Science.
Three Penn State faculty members collaborate on immigration initiative
| psucollegian.com
At the centennial of the 1924 Johnson-Reed Immigration Act, A K Sandoval-Strausz, Tobias Brinkmann and Jennifer Van Hook, faculty members for Penn State’s College of the Liberal Arts, shifted their focus to educating the community on the impacts of immigration.This article features A. K. Scandoval-Strausz, professor of history; Tobias Brinkmann, Malvin and Lea Bank Associate Professor of Jewish Studies and History; and Jennifer Van Hook, professor of sociology and demography.
Was Baltimore’s bridge collapse the fault of the cargo ship or the bridge? Both, experts say—and there’s no quick fix on the horizon
| finance.yahoo.com
Cargo shipping and port infrastructure are closely intertwined. Avoiding future tragedies means both entities stepping up. This article quotes Ilgin Guler, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering.
The global push to involve youth in climate action is gaining momentum, harnessing their innovative spirit, deep investment in the future, and strong collective voice to combat climate change. Getting young people involved ensures that climate policies are forward-thinking and geared towards sustainable development, while their global solidarity and use of digital platforms amplify the call for urgent action. At the forefront of this movement, Penn State's Global Youth Storytelling and Research Lab aims to become a pivotal transnational research hub, empowering young leaders to shape the future of climate and environmental justice. Listen to the podcast.
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