College of Life Sciences & Agriculture
The Rhythms of the Sea and a Snail
Researchers led by Elizabeth Fairchild are studying channeled whelk movement and behavior to support the growing whelk fishery along the New England coast. Read More
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06/03/25Rooted in Research
The sweetpotato, a crop traditionally associated with the South, is making waves in New England, thanks to the collaborative efforts of researchers... -
06/03/25Ph.D. Student Researching Rare Bone Disorder She Was Diagnosed with as a Child
Camryn Berry can distinctly recall the first time a doctor talked to her rather than around her. Now, years later, she’s bringing that same... -
05/29/25Small but Mighty: Precision Dairy Health Monitoring with Sensor Technology
UNH's Claira Seely studies how to implement advanced sensor technologies on small New England dairy farms. -
05/20/25Weekend of Commencement Festivities Celebrates 2025 Graduates
The University of New Hampshire celebrated commencement weekend with three ceremonies on the Durham campus and one at the UNH Franklin Pierce School...
Recent Stories
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11/05/24 - Coyotes Thrive Despite Human and Predator PressuresUNH research reveals how human hunting and competition with large predators influence coyote populations, shedding light on their adaptability across New Hampshire. Read More -
11/01/24 - Innovations in New Hampshire AquacultureDiscover how aquaculture research supported by the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station is advancing sustainability, from oyster health monitoring to combating sea lice... Read More -
10/29/24 - External Funding for UNH Research Leaps to $252 MillionUNH researchers brought in $252 million in competitive external funding in fiscal year 2024, supporting projects that aim to solve problems and improve lives in New Hampshire and... Read More -
10/18/24 - Synthetic Microbiomes: Building Plant Defenses for a Changing ClimateUNH researchers explore how synthetic microbiomes can help plants like duckweed adapt to climate change, boosting resilience and aiding in environmental sustainability. Read More -
10/02/24 - New Leadership at the NH Water Resources Research Center Continues Mission of Environmental InnovationThe NH Water Resources Research Center, now led by Adam Wymore, continues its mission to innovate and safeguard New Hampshire's water resources amid climate challenges. Read More -
10/01/24 - Ecuadorian Researchers and Students Visit UNH as Part of Ongoing PartnershipUNH’s College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (COLSA) recently welcomed a contingent of faculty and students from two universities in Ecuador for a visit to Durham as part of an... Read More -
09/23/24 - Warming and Nitrogen Enrichment Lead to Surprising Soil Carbon DynamicsUNH study reveals that despite warming and nitrogen enrichment, soil carbon in New England forests remains stable due to plant inputs, challenging earlier predictions. Read More -
09/16/24 - Lessons from Rain and SnowLong-term studies from UNH reveal changing nitrogen deposition in NH, highlighting potential impacts on water quality, plant growth, and ecosystem health amid climate change. Read More -
09/06/24 - Estrogen in Clover?Researchers at UNH find drought increases phytoestrogen levels in red clover, impacting dairy cows’ health. Kura clover shows promise as a resilient forage alternative. Read More -
08/14/24 - Innovations in Dairy: UNH Researchers Drive Advancements in Dairy FarmingDiscover how innovative research at New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station is transforming dairy farming with sustainable practices, healthier calves, and methane-reducing... Read More