Tagged - Science
birders log
Birder’s Log: Spotlight on warblers
Warblers are one of my favorite songbird groups for the many reasons I listed above. While there are multiple groups of songbirds called “warblers,” this article focuses on the species in the Americas, including those in the family Parulidae — also called “wood warblers,” — and why they are one of the most remarkable songbirds. Read More
Laser Lab
Inside Rochester’s Laser Lab: Home to The World’s Largest Academic Laser
The LLE received $13.7 million to enter the final design phase for the U.S. National Science Foundation Optical Parametric Amplifier Line (NSF OPAL), to make it an even more powerful academic laser facility. Read More
Research
iGEM’s V.E.R.D.A.N.T. Engineers Bacteria as an Environmentally Friendly Pesticide Alternative
URochester undergraduate students in the International Genetically Engineered Machine (iGEM) program have been working to find and develop a solution to this problem. Read More
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Birder’s Log: Spotlight on Migration
For birds, the cycle of migration occurs annually and is linked with the changing of the seasons as well as the abundance of food. Read More
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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
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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