News Story
OSU researchers propose CRISPR as influencer of low genetic diversity in deadly bacteria
Oct 18, 2018
Scientists at Oregon State University have shed light on the evolutionary history of a soil-borne bacteria that is so dangerous to grazing animals it is kept behind lock-and-key to prevent its spread.
News Story
Insects and spiders out to find shelter for winter
Oct 12, 2018
The insects trying to get into homes aren't going to hurt humans or houses.
News Story
Economic analysis provides watershed moment for environmental groups
Oct 11, 2018
Economists have found that in the United States, watershed groups have had a positive impact on their local water quality.
News Story
‘State of the Coast’ conference set for Oct. 27 in Coos Bay
Oct 10, 2018
Registration has opened for Oregon Sea Grant's annual State of the Coast conference, which will be held Oct. 27 in Coos Bay.
News Story
Strength of nicotine dependence tied to violations of campus smoking ban
Oct 10, 2018
Student smokers who appeared to be more dependent on nicotine were more likely to violate Oregon State University’s ban on smoking after the policy was adopted, new research has found.
News Story
Hydrangeas play a pretty role in the garden
Oct 5, 2018
Hydrangeas play many roles in the garden, whether it's shining in a special place or creating a hedge.
News Story
Start now to get beautiful poinsettias at the holidays
Sep 28, 2018
Poinsettias need periods of darkness to color up for the holidays.
News Story
Amazon mangrove forest stores twice as much carbon per acre as region’s famous rainforest
Sep 24, 2018
Scientists have determined for the first time that Amazon’s waterlogged coastal mangrove forests, which are being clear cut for cattle pastures and shrimp ponds, store significantly more carbon per acre than the region’s famous rainforest.
News Story
Know when it’s time to pick pears and apples
Sep 14, 2018
Apples ripen on the tree, but pears must be stored first.
News Story
Land Grant Festival commemorates Oregon State’s 150th anniversary
Sep 12, 2018
Oregon State University continues the commemoration of its 150th anniversary by holding a festival that highlights the university’s contributions to Oregon’s natural resource communities and economy.