Determining whether invasive European green crabs were directly responsible for declining clam populations in Willapa Bay is trickier than it sounds. But DNA-based analysis helped investigate this mystery, described in a new paper in PLOS ONE.
Read more »Guillaume Mauger named Washington State Climatologist
Guillaume Mauger has been named the next director of the Office of the Washington State Climatologist. Mauger’s appointment began earlier this month. Mauger succeeds Nick Bond, who retired from the role in February after nearly 14 years. Karin Bumbaco, deputy state climatologist, served as interim state climatologist from February to May. Currently a research scientist at the Climate Impacts Group, Mauger has 15 years of experience working in climate change impacts and adaptation in the Pacific Northwest with a focus on flooding and water availability.
Read more at Climate Impacts Group »S2 E2: Claire Willing and Mycorrhizal Fungi
In this episode of FieldSound, Professor Claire Willing shares her research on the vital plant-fungal interactions hidden below the soil surface, particularly mycorrhizal fungi.
Read more »A haven for research in the South Pacific, Tetiaroa offers new insights on tropical ecosystems
College of the Environment researchers have been working on Tetiaroa since 2013 to better understand and protect marine ecosystems. Projects range from learning the behavior of young sharks to understanding where seabirds go for their daily meals. Learn more about the research in this feature story.
Read more »Spring Celebration honors 2023-24 UW Environment award winners
Spring Celebration honored the College of the Environment's 2024 award recipients. Chosen through a College-wide nomination process, awardees were recognized by their colleagues for making unique, inspiring and meaningful contributions to our community during the academic year.
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