‘Amazing moths’: Study pinpoints insect habitat that draws grizzlies to Glacier peaks
When grizzly bears clamber onto the talus slopes high in Glacier National Park, they’re searching for an abundant, fatty meal: army cutworm moths.
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New Scientist: Special relativity can warp chemical bonds – now we’ve seen it happen
Chemistry professor Kirk Peterson spoke with New Scientist about his recent publication in Science Magazine about the first observation of relativistic chemistry, using a bismuth carbide charged molecule.
Quiet, please: Hatchery salmon raised amid noise are less likely to return to spawn
That’s a key finding of new research from Washington State University Vancouver showing that hatchery-raised fall Chinook salmon that started life in noise-protected environments were more likely to complete the journey to the ocean and back than fish raised in noisy ones.
WSU psychology course boosts student well‑being
A Washington State University psychology course is helping students improve their well-being, and new research from the class shows participants reported statistical gains in positive emotions, health, and life satisfaction over the course of the semester.
WSU to host Thursday sendoff concerts for Washington Ambassadors of Music
On Thursday morning, July 9, there will be a special concert behind Bryan Hall Theatre on the lawn as well as inside Kimbrough Concert Hall as part of the sendoff festivities for the Washington Ambassadors of Music program.
Op-Ed: Education opens the door to opportunity
History professor Ryan Booth recently contributed his perspective to the Lewiston Tribune’s round-up of stories about America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Developing AI assistance for diabetes management
Research underway at Washington State University will help medical practitioners understand how artificial intelligence can assist diabetes patients with glucose tracking and follow-up care.
WSU grad student speaks at Billy Joel event
Blake Love discussed how Joel put into lyrics widespread cultural anxieties and disillusionment that emerged following the optimism of postwar America.
Kalispel students experience international conference at WSU
Mathematicians and statisticians from around the world descended onto Pullman to attend the regional conference of the International Biometric Society (IBS) in early June. Kalispel students were invited to join them.
WSU study shows food insecurity varies among low-income racial and ethnic groups
Sociology professor Justin Denney was interviewed by “Think Out Loud” on Oregon Public Broadcasting about his research showing that rates of food insecurity in the U. S. Vary among members of different racial and ethnic groups.