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Physical activity may protect your brain as you age
Even just a few more steps a day benefits cognitive function.
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Research in plant genomics is answering big biological questions
Buell’s plant genomics research has led to breakthroughs across several fields.
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Fungal infections cost U.S. $6.7B in a year
Fungal infections doubled hospital costs and a patient’s risk of death.
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Researchers discover when pollen comes of age
The study determined when pollen begins expressing its own genome.
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‘Eagle killer’ research wins Newcomb Cleveland Prize
It’s for the best research article or report published in Science each year.
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Learning in the lab can continue at a distance
Study evaluated 23 programs at institutions across the country.
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Archaeology Lab preserves Puerto Rican history
The artifacts range from thousands of years to just a few centuries old.
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Talent and drive elevated Wilkins at Georgia
Wilkins was a force in college basketball during his time in Athens from 1979-82.
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Defense treaties affect support of military action
People think the U.S. has an obligation to keep promises—even if it costs lives.
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First Black women’s tennis player dominated the courts
Natalie Frazier Jenkins was the perfect fit for the UGA program.
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Agricultural fungicides may be driving resistance
Drugs used to fight fungal diseases in plants are causing resistance to human medications.
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New project tracks coyotes through metro Atlanta
Using cameras and collars, UGA researchers aim to understand wildlife movements, geography.
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‘Smart’ greenhouses could slash electricity costs
A lighting control system could reduce electrical costs by as much as 33%.
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Geography affects mental health care
People in urban areas had better access to care and lower copays than rural areas.
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Peanut researchers create disease-resistant hybrids
Using wild peanut genes, they produce a more sustainable crop.
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Pandemic family stress leads to sleep problems for boys
Adolescent girls and boys reacted differently to the strain of adverse parenting.
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Gene discovered in Georgia water a possible global threat
The MCR-9 gene, which causes antimicrobial resistance, was recently found in Georgia.
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Sports teams instill sense of hope during pandemic
Involvement with sport brands may enhance psychological well-being.
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Declines in deer population may point to larger issues
Study finds fewer deer mean fewer hunters, points to forest management as cause.
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Leveraging social media during a disaster
New framework can help local emergency managers get the word out.
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Risk vs. reward: How towns care for trees varies
Officials’ and residents’ perceptions of risk can drive reactions.
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Parasitic worms in dogs, cats may jump into people
Three species of parasitic worms are more than 70% likely to cross species.
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Mountain spring water isn’t as clean as you think it is
Unpaved roads, open pastures and land use patterns contribute to poor water quality.
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Researchers help Miami fight plastic pollution
UGA’s Jenna Jambeck’s work stretches into the Magic City.
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