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WSU Research
Washington State University researchers untangle complex problems to enrich quality of life for us all. Their work safeguards the health of humans and animals. It helps ensure the security and abundance of our food supply. It cultivates sustainable sources of energy to power future generations. Discoveries and innovations of this Tier 1 research institution fuel prosperity across the Pacific Northwest.
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SESRC celebrates 50 years of social science research
The Social and Economic Sciences Research Center (SESRC) is celebrating 50 years of conducting social science research for Washington State University and others in need of information on people’s opinions … » More …
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WSU researchers, students develop agriculture water monitoring website
A growing number of fruit and vegetable growers in the Columbia Basin are working with researchers in WSU Extension to find an easier way to track and share data on … » More …
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The WSU Vancouver Research Showcase must go on: Virtually
Research Showcase is one of the largest events for graduate and undergraduate students on the Washington State University Vancouver campus to showcase their research. But when the “Stay Home, Stay … » More …
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Researchers Solve Construction Waste Problem with Help of Amazon Catalyst Grant
Construction waste is a growing problem in the United States. Waste consists of unwanted materials left over during new construction or renovations from both residential and commercial buildings. The waste … » More …
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Who goes there?
Secret weapons come in surprising shapes and sizes. For the National Park Service, it’s Washington State University’s Public Opinion Laboratory where, by simply asking questions, the agency wins battles over … » More …
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Stopping the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
Advancing the health of communities worldwide
For decades, doctors have trusted antibiotic medicines to fight Infectious bacteria, saving lives and restoring health. Lately, though, the drugs often fail. To blame … » More …
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Promoting an informed and equitable society
Preserving indigenous traditions in digital form
A complete picture of U.S. history requires the information held in tribal archives, libraries, and museums (TALMs). While many major libraries and museums now … » More …
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Research news
The Spokesman-ReviewJuly 30, 2021WSU to lead new research institute to apply artificial intelligence innovations to farming
Washington State University will lead a new federally funded research institute to take the agriculture industry further into the future via artificial intelligence.
The Spokesman-ReviewJuly 24, 2021‘A pressing national challenge’: WSU to lead new regional cybersecurity education and research institute
Washington State University professor Bernard Van Wie pointed to data breaches at banks and other cyberattacks as examples illustrating the importance of cybersecurity in today’s world.
Phys.orgJuly 12, 2021How to preserve employee morale during cost-cutting
After cutbacks and layoffs, remaining employees were more likely to feel they were treated fairly if the companies invested in them—and morale was less likely to plunge, according to new research.
The Seattle TimesJuly 11, 2021Newly discovered fungus spores spurred by heat and drought are killing Seattle street trees
So-called sooty bark disease is named for the black, powdery patches that are the telltale marks on tree bark of the fungus Crypotostroma corticale. At least 46 street trees have been observed to be suffering or killed by the disease so far in the city, but many more trees may be infected.
The ColumbianJuly 11, 2021Research aims to examine ‘compounding’ health effects of climate change
Claire Richards research, which was awarded funding under WSU’s new faculty seed grant competition, will look at the extent to which the region is experiencing extreme heat, power outages and wildfire smoke and then look at what data exists — or not — to help identify solutions.
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Partners in discovery
Collaboration accelerates and strengthens the discovery of WSU scholars. Partners in industry, government, and academia help WSU faculty address a set of Grand Challenges—priorities that focus on urgent problems of the state, nation, and world.
Bringing innovations to the marketplace
WSU researchers’ technological innovations drive economic expansion for the state of Washington and the nation. Find out how WSU partners with private industry to move from invention to commercialization.
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