Professor Rich Phillips, former postdoc Ryan Mushinski, former graduate student Adrienne Keller, and colleagues dig deeper to learn how and why tree species impact air quality and climate.
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An analysis of a global dataset of collected and observed bees shows that fewer species are being found in most recent decades. Research Associate Eduardo Zattara is lead author of the study.
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Professor Matthew Hahn has been awarded the IU Bicentennial Medal for his distinguished service to the university.
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The New York Times reports on our very own, and world-renowned, Bloomington Drosophila Stock Center and the dedicated faculty and staff who keep it going strong—even during a pandemic.
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Ph.D. candidates Kaitlin Doucette (Patton lab) and Allie Smith (Kumar lab) co-founded IUpcycle to help IU students who need laptops for remote learning.
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Biology faculty members Karen Bush, Jay Lennon, and Rich Phillips recognized as "Highly Cited Researchers" by Clarivate.
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