Tagged - Science
birders log
Birder’s Log: Spotlight on shorebirds
It may be the middle of September and the weather has started to cool, but that doesn’t mean I can’t still reminisce about summer from time to time. Every July or August, when I visit the beach or even when I’m near a body of fresh water, I always look forward to spotting one unique group of birds. Read More
birders log
Birder’s Log: California birding in Orange County
California has been an enchanting and unforgettable place to bird and encounter multiple different species in a wide variety of habitats. For me, Southern California has been a longtime favorite place in the U.S. to visit, and seeing this area’s wide variety of bird species and its diverse natural habitats has been a real treat. Read More
lab
New URMC study discovers antioxidant supplements could increase your risk of cancer
New research conducted by URMC’s cancer researcher Dr. Isaac Harris, who oversees a lab that studies the role of antioxidants in cancer development, showed some of the drawbacks antioxidants can have for your health. Read More
birds
Birder’s Log: South Florida
South Florida is one of many places in the U.S. where birdlife is both diverse and abundant, and mid-winter through early spring is one of the best times to spot and photograph the different native and migratory birds. Read More
Climate
Spring is coming, but what does that mean?
In colder climates where spring means warmer weather and more sunshine, the first days of spring include getting to say goodbye to heavy layers, spending more time outside, and enjoying the flora and fauna. But, other than the weather, how do you actually define the first day of spring? Read More
Opinions
The value of op-eds: Interpretation, not gospel
Op-eds matter when they are honest about their limitations and point to evidence, rather than replace it. Read More
Science
How to survive talking science with your family this holiday
Are you dreading the moment when your crazy uncle brings up climate change at dinner? You are not alone. Read More
court case
When courts decide science: the University and the cases that could decide our future
By September, UR reported at least twenty terminated federal grants, totaling $9 million in losses. That is not a policy debate — it is stalled research, frozen hiring, and real people caught in the middle. Read More
life
Do not trust the “life on Mars” headline
NASA’s Perseverance rover found something remarkable on Mars last year, but it's not proof of life, yet. Read More
data
When did earth science become controversial?
It is essential that we fund the basics that make science work, like field labs, calibration, and long-term monitoring. Read More