Environmental, social initiatives lead to greater returns in high-income nations
| psu.edu
Environmental, social and governance initiatives lead to greater financial gains for hospitality firms in high-income countries compared to middle- and low-income nations, according to new findings from researchers in the Penn State School of Hospitality Management.
Doug Werner receives research award from Antennas and Propagation Society
| news.engr.psu.edu
Douglas Werner, the John L. and Genevieve H. McCain Chair Professor in the Penn State School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, received the Harrington-Mittra Award in Computational Electromagnetics from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S).
Air pollution makes it harder for bees to smell flowers
| knowablemagazine.org
Contaminants can alter plant odors and warp insects’ senses, disrupting the process of pollination. This article quotes Jose Fuentes, professor of meteorology.
How our bodies can adapt to heat
| nytimes.com
It’s possible to train your body to better handle high temperatures in just a few weeks. This article features Penn State research.
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy forges forest of the future in face of global warming
| triblive.com
The goal is to diversify tree species in the area and begin identifying trees that could be better suited to a changing climate. This article quotes Brian Wolyniak, urban and community forestry educator with Penn State Extension.
Gardener sparks concern after purchasing potentially mislabeled plant with destructive features: 'A noxious weed'
| thecooldown.com
A home gardener in Pennsylvania was worried about whether plants they just bought from a nursery were natives or invasive. This article quotes Penn State Extension expertise.
USDA moves to limit salmonella in raw poultry products
| abcnews.go.com
Federal officials are moving to set new limits on salmonella in raw poultry products in the U.S. The Agriculture Department's proposal is aimed at reducing the number of people who get sick. This article quotes Martin Bucknavage, senior food safety associate with Penn State Extension.
The pesticide industry’s toxic lobby
| msn.com
A new study found the amount of pesticides used on farms was strongly associated with the incidence of cancer. This article quotes Leland Glenna, professor of rural sociology and science, technology, and society.
Spotting and stopping the spotted lanternfly: A guide for homeowners
| inquirer.com
From identifying the first signs of infestation to employing effective control methods, learn how to protect your beloved landscape from these destructive pests. This article mentions Penn State research.
It's been a decade since the lanternfly landed in Pennsylvania. Is it as bad as we feared?
| inquirer.com
After a decade of living with spotted lanternfly in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, some things are better than we feared, and some are worse. But all that stomping helped. This article mentions Penn State research and quotes Brian Walsh, spotted lanternfly researcher with Penn State Extension.
‘Kink state’ control may provide pathway to quantum electronics
| psu.edu
The key to developing quantum electronics may have a few kinks. According to a team led by researchers at Penn State, that’s not a bad thing when it comes to the precise control needed to fabricate and operate such devices, including advanced sensors and lasers. The researchers fabricated a switch to turn on and off the presence of kink states, which are electrical conduction pathways at the edge of semiconducting materials. They published their approach in Science.
Penn State Extension educators recognized with national awards
| psu.edu
Several Penn State Extension educators were honored by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents at its annual awards program in Dallas, Texas.
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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