Heat waves, dry spells have financial impacts yet to be seen by local farmers
| triblive.com
A roller coaster summer of heat waves and dry spells is pausing business on some local farms, threatening their pocketbooks. “We’re usually open at the end of July,” said Mikayla Long of Myers Pickle Farm in Gilpin, a well-known farm and store. This article quotes Robert Pollock, educator with Penn State Extension.
Risk of ‘catastrophic’ sea level rise increases after worrying Greenland discovery
| nypost.com
The risk of a “catastrophic” sea-level rise that would swamp some of the world’s major cities has increased after scientists made a worrying discovery. This article quotes Richard Alley, Evan Pugh Professor of Geosciences.
Ag Progress Days returns for packed schedule of activities, demos and exhibits
| psu.edu
Penn State’s Ag Progress Days is back Aug. 13-15 with a full schedule of demonstrations, activities and learning for agriculture enthusiasts of all ages, including the latest in tech, an expansive trade show and activities for kids of all ages.
Penn College's Clean Energy Center to open Pittsburgh facility in early 2025
| psu.edu
Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Clean Energy Center has announced a new strategic partnership with Pittsburgh Gateways Corp. to bring nationally recognized clean energy workforce solutions to Pittsburgh.
Center for Quantitative Imaging launches computed tomography users group
| psu.edu
The Center for Quantitative Imaging has launched the Penn State CT Users Group, which is open to all faculty, students and researchers interested in harnessing the power of computed tomography for their work.
How tiny quantum twists could power tomorrow’s tech
| scitechdaily.com
Researchers at Penn State are developing advanced quantum electronics using kink states, which are unique electron pathways in semiconducting materials. These states could potentially form the backbone of a quantum interconnect network, crucial for transmitting quantum information efficiently. This article features Penn State research.
The last thing bees need right now
| theatlantic.com
Air pollution is distorting the insects’ sense of smell and memory. This article quotes Jose Fuentes, professor of meteorology.
A Note from Neeli: Penn State steering the future of autonomous vehicles
| psu.edu
Ride along with President Neeli Bendapudi and the faculty and students who are helping develop tech for self-driving cars at the Larson Transportation Institute Test Track.
USDA officials visit Jeff Tech's Farm to Refrigerator training facility
| thecourierexpress.com
U.S. Department of Agriculture State Director for Rural Development Bob Morgan, on Wednesday, visited the construction site of Jeff Tech’s Farm to Refrigerator program training facility. This article mentions Penn State research.
Ag Progress Days events to focus on farm bill, agricultural policy, technology
| psu.edu
Reauthorization of the federal farm bill, emerging and climate-smart technologies, and other agricultural policy matters will be the focus of several events at Penn State's Ag Progress Days, Aug. 13-15 at Rock Springs.
Extension team earns national award for work on active transportation plan
| psu.edu
A Penn State Extension team won a 2024 Excellence in Teamwork award from the National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals for their project, “Partnering to Create PA Municipal Active Transportation Plans.”
Professor’s new book examines universities’ role in advancing science
| psu.edu
Penn State Professor of Sociology, Education and Demography David P. Baker is the co-author of the new book, “Global Mega-Science: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production,” which charts the spread of the global university system over the past 120 years and how it precipitated the growth of scientific knowledge.
Flooding is the world's most devastating natural disaster, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Millions of Americans live in high-risk flood zones, with the threat amplified by climate change and aging infrastructure. This episode explores how innovative computer modeling and visualizations can help communities plan for future flood risks and develop effective response strategies. Listen to the podcast.
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