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Kim Carlson: ‘I’m most thankful for’ Crock-Pot mashed potatoes, grandma Vicki, Def Leppard

November 21, 2018 by admin

By TODD GOTTULA UNK Communications KEARNEY – Kim Carlson has had the same Thanksgiving tradition for as long as she can remember. Drive to her hometown of Scribner, eat lunch at her dad’s house on Sixth Street and “act silly and do things I normally wouldn’t do unless my siblings are around,” said the UNK biology professor. The second oldest of seven children, Carlson spends Thanksgiving with her dad Des Smith, four brothers, three sisters, nieces and nephews – 31 people … [Read more...] about Kim Carlson: ‘I’m most thankful for’ Crock-Pot mashed potatoes, grandma Vicki, Def Leppard

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, News Tagged With: Biology, Bruner Hall, Des Smith, Julie Shaffer, Kim Carlson, Scribner, Thanksgiving, University of Nebraska at Kearney, UNK, Vicki Novak

UNK researchers Brinley Buckley, Harner look at eclipse’s impact on ecosystem

August 27, 2018 by admin Leave a Comment

University of Nebraska at Kearney faculty Emma Brinley Buckley, left, and Mary Harner conducted a study investigating the biological and environmental effects of the Aug. 21, 2017, solar eclipse. (Photo by Corbey R. Dorsey, UNK Communications)

By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – One year ago, thousands of people flocked to Nebraska to witness “The Great American Eclipse.” The solar eclipse, spanning from Oregon to South Carolina and casting a 70-mile-wide shadow along the path of totality, was a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle for many observers staring at the sky through those special cardboard glasses. Watching the sun disappear midday was an awe-inspiring moment for spectators, but two … [Read more...] about UNK researchers Brinley Buckley, Harner look at eclipse’s impact on ecosystem

Filed Under: Arts & Sciences, News Tagged With: Biology, Center for Global Soundscapes, Communication, Crane Trust, Ecosystem, Emma Brinley Buckley, Environment, Mary Harner, Rowe Sanctuary, Solar Eclipse, trail camera, wildlife

Biotech professional Tyler Martin speaking at UNK’s DNA Day

April 26, 2018 by admin Leave a Comment

Tyler Martin

KEARNEY – Dr. Tyler Martin, who has 25 years of experience in the biotechnology industry, will return to the University of Nebraska at Kearney as the keynote speaker for the sixth annual Doug Lund DNA Day. Martin will discuss the use of DNA motifs to improve vaccine effectiveness during Friday’s event in Copeland Hall Room 142. Light refreshments will be available at 3:30 p.m. followed by Martin’s presentation at 4 p.m. DNA Day is free and open to the public. Martin, a … [Read more...] about Biotech professional Tyler Martin speaking at UNK’s DNA Day

Filed Under: Natural & Social Sciences, News Tagged With: Adjuvanc, Biology, Biotech, DNA Day, Doug Lund, Great Plain Biotechnology, Tyler Martin, University of Nebraska at Kearney, UNK

Bryan Drew plant research receives $306,000 grant

July 25, 2017 by admin

Bryan Drew Photo

By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Biologist Bryan Drew’s research collecting plants to study their evolution takes him all over the world. Drew, an assistant professor of biology at University of Nebraska at Kearney, recently received a $306,614 grant from the National Science Foundation for his research on the evolution of the mint family. “The grant will help fund collecting expeditions for Salvia and another mint plants, and will facilitate training … [Read more...] about Bryan Drew plant research receives $306,000 grant

Filed Under: Natural & Social Sciences, News Tagged With: Biogeography, Biology, Bryan Drew, DNA, Mint, National Science Foundation, Phylogenetics, Plants, Salvia

Bickford, Bice bringing aquaponics to Nebraska schools

April 5, 2017 by admin

UNK assistant professors Nate Bickford, left, and Matt Bice look over an aquaponics system on campus. They are teaming up to teach Nebraska middle school teachers how to integrate aquaponics into their classrooms and curriculum. (Photo by Corbey R. Dorsey/UNK Communications)

Growing own food helps children make healthier choices By SARA GIBONEY UNK Communications KEARNEY – Two University of Nebraska at Kearney professors and their collaborators are embarking on a research project that could change the way kids think about food. Nate Bickford, assistant professor of biology, and Matt Bice, assistant professor in the Physical Activity and Wellness Laboratory, are teaming up to teach middle school teachers how to integrate aquaponics … [Read more...] about Bickford, Bice bringing aquaponics to Nebraska schools

Filed Under: College of Education, Natural & Social Sciences, News Tagged With: agriculture, aquaculture, Aquaponics, Biology, Food, Kinesiology and Sport Sciences, Matt Bice, Nate Bickford, Nebraska Coordinating Commission, Nutrition

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