SCIENCE

Challenges of conservation from a fungal pathogen perspective

By Michael Hensley | Apr. 27

Conservation efforts are often not fully appreciated by the general public. Fungal pathogens like Nannizziopsis guarroi can help shed light on what it takes to put forward an effective conservation effort.

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‘Swarm to Table’ inspires insect acceptance

By Madelyn Anderson | Apr. 20

 From eating cricket Chex Mix to painting with maggots, attendees embraced their curiosity at this event.

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What’s next for the climate crisis? Five key takeaways from the latest IPCC report

By Madelyn Anderson | Apr. 6

The Synthesis Report of the Sixth Assessment Report is here, and it’s packed with powerful information.  

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Former U.S. Secretary of Energy gives climate talk at UW-Madison

By Peter Waples | Apr. 6

 Dr. Steven Chu, professor of physics and former U.S secretary of energy, visited UW-Madison to talk about climate change, renewable energy, and the future of industry and agriculture. 

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A review of the four day workweek

By Julia Wiessing | Mar. 30

The concept of a four day workweek has surged in popularity, and new data suggests it could be a promising alternative to our current system.

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Dr. Emily Bick on research, industry, academia

By Julia Wiessing | Mar. 30

 Dr. Emily Bick sat down with The Daily Cardinal to talk about industry, academia and her path to becoming a UW-Madison assistant professor. 

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I just think it’s neat: particle physics

By Ian Wilder | Mar. 9

Many people end their studies of physics and chemistry at atoms, but what hides beyond the atoms is an intricate world still full of questions to be explored.

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Leopold’s Legacy: Inspiring or exclusive?

By Madelyn Anderson | Mar. 9

  As we honor one of Madison’s favorite conservation giants this March, let’s use his story to look at equity in the environmental field 

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STEM Major Spotlight: Computer Science

By Anupras Mohapatra | Mar. 9

 Computer science is a lot more than just programming. The major involves the study of logic and proofs, getting into the nitty gritty of software and hardware and understanding what makes algorithms quicker or slower. 

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Spectroscopy through Dr. Weaver

By Ava Menkes | Feb. 23

  Dr. Weaver discusses the scientific field of spectroscopy and its significance to astronomy and chemistry with The Daily Cardinal.

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STEM Major Spotlight: Life Sciences Communication

By Madelyn Anderson | Feb. 22

It’s a path for those who want to take every route.

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Valentines Day the Animal Way

By Julia Wiessing | Feb. 16

Everyone has a special way to celebrate Valentines day - even our friends in the animal world.

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Campus initiative seeks to beautify Bascom

By Julia Wiessing | Feb. 2

  A new campus initiative envisions a future where Bascom Hill is not only a haven for students, but a hub of biodiversity in Madison 

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New studies show light pollution increasing, stars disappearing

By Julia Wiessing | Jan. 26

 Researchers are using citizen science to find out how light pollution is affecting our night sky. 

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How California floods affect Madison's shelves

By Julia Wiessing | Jan. 26

Wisconsin relies on California to keep our shelves stocked, but flooding and extreme weather could be a threat to our supply.

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Federal investment in renewable energy spurs hydrogen research on campus

By Erik Pfantz | Dec. 8

Hydrogen could be the key to a more sustainable future.

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Why it’s impossible to evolve wheels

By Jeffrey Brown | Dec. 8

  The brightest minds have already created theories to answer one of your least important questions — and it’s pretty interesting.