The University of New Hampshire has delivered two identical Plasma and SupraThermal Ion Composition (PLASTIC) instruments for NASA's STEREO mission, which aims to study coronal mass ejections and their impact on space weather. The instruments will make measurements of the solar wind as they pass by the twin spacecraft.
UNH researcher Ray Grizzle is restoring oyster reefs in the Great Bay estuarine system to promote water quality, support marine life, and provide habitat for sport fishes. His research explores optimal reef restoration techniques using disease-resistant young oysters and recycled shells.
The Large Pelagics Research Center has awarded $1 million in grants to researchers studying highly migratory species. The grants will support projects on bluefin tuna, porbeagle sharks, leatherback turtles, and ocean sunfish.
New research uncovers factors triggering sex reversal in black sea bass, a key challenge for aquaculture. By studying hormones and enzymes, scientists aim to control sex change and improve breeding outcomes.
Seagrass beds are diminishing globally, with human activity identified as the primary cause. The root system of these flowering plants stabilizes sediments and provides habitats for numerous marine species.
Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have developed a groundbreaking water treatment technology combining ozone and ultraviolet light, providing highest level of public health protection while lowering harmful byproducts. The technology has been implemented in major cities worldwide and is considered cost-effective for many c...
UNH has launched its second spinout company, Xemed LLC, backed by three new NIH grants to commercialize a lung imaging technology that could benefit millions suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. The technology allows MRI to produce a clear picture of the lungs' interior, enabling doctors to see which parts are affected.
Researchers observed a sudden speed-up of the Jakobshavn Isbrae glacier, coinciding with rapid thinning of up to 15 meters per year after 1997. The acceleration in ice flow has significant implications for sea level rise, with this one glacier contributing roughly 4% of the 20th century rate.
Researchers will develop tools for nano-scale manufacturing and apply them to biosensors for early disease detection and nanotube memory chips. The collaboration aims to create new products contributing 2 million jobs and $1 trillion in revenue by 2015.
A six-week field experiment will gather data on regional air quality, intercontinental transport of polluted air masses, and human health effects. The study, ICARTT, involves five countries, universities, and government agencies.
Researchers investigate how income, race, and Medicaid regulations affect kidney transplant outcomes for low-income individuals. The study aims to provide guidance for policymakers on immunosuppression coverage duration.
A new study in Science finds a progressive increase in Arctic river discharge, which could reduce the Atlantic thermohaline circulation and impact global climate. The research also shows a correlation between increased discharge and global surface air temperature and North Atlantic Oscillation.
The University of New Hampshire has launched a biomedical research network, NH-BRIN, with a $5.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health. The network aims to improve science understanding and capabilities in students and faculty across the state, enabling researchers to develop effective therapies and medicines.