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Improving Georgia land conservation through algorithms
A team of UGA researchers has created a model to help land developers and public…
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Most infants on WIC don’t get enough vitamin D
Health care providers can address vitamin D deficiency through education.
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Learning through language
An immersive dual language learning experience is delivering a big impact.
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Peabody Awards reveals the top 60 nominees
Nominees celebrate best storytelling across broadcasting and streaming media.
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Crisis Communication Think Tank offers unique program
It provides academics and PR professionals with insight for real world crises.
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Mosquito metamorphosis through a macro lens
Through Jena Johnson’s camera, they’re beautiful models for macrophotography.
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UGA team develops faster, cheaper COVID tests
The new COVID test, developed at UGA, will cover all COVID-19 variants.
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Turkey season changes aim to stabilize wildlife populations
A delay of just a couple weeks could have a positive effect on turkey populations.
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Chatbots deployed in response to COVID-19 pandemic
UGA researchers track public health use of chatbots during COVID to provide best practices.
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What is the secret to happiness?
A sense of community and low levels of pollution are strong predictors of well-being.
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Alzheimer’s center dedicated to researchers’ loved ones
The CARE Center provides resources for those suffering from Alzheimer’s.
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Creating databases to help cure diseases worldwide
Jessica Kissinger is using her expertise in biology and big data to help other scientists.
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Plastic bag bans may drive other bag sales
When these plastic bags are banned or taxed, people look for alternatives.
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Researchers protecting solar technologies from cyberattack
New study highlights sensor system designed to protect solar farms from hackers.
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Precision conservation saves time, money — and species
Researchers devise ways to facilitate major projects with conservation in mind.
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Storing seeds for the future
UGA’s Griffin campus sows seeds to store, aiding plant preservation and research.
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Russian invasion at Chernobyl puts future research in limbo
UGA researchers, along with international scientists, put Chernobyl studies on hold.
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Active video games provide alternative workout
New to exercise? You may find it easier to stick with exergames than aerobics.
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COVID-19 pandemic fueled massive growth in green industry
Sales are likely to revert to normal levels, but some buyers will be hooked.
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Color the World Bright
Artists from Color the World Bright are beautifying Georgia.
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How you think about money affects what you do with it
Changing how you think about spending money can change your financial behavior.
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The science and secrets of four-leaf clovers
Four-leaf clover spotting isn’t easy, but Vincent Pennetti shows how to “make your own luck.”
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Does daylight saving time affect marathon runners?
Research shows it can have an impact and not necessarily for the best.
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A Mind Matter
Parkinson’s researcher at UGA makes progress in treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
