Madelyn Anderson

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Will cicadas invade Wisconsin this summer? Not quite

These cyclical insects are expected to create a stir in the coming months as broods emerge. 

Lake Mendota fills with 34,000 gallons of wastewater after valve leak

The health of Lake Mendota, the largest lake in the Madison area, took another hit when a valve broke last week.  

Where do insects spend the winter?

Discover overwintering, or how our six-legged friends stay safe in the cold.  

Science sit down with geologist Susan Swanson

The Daily Cardinal talks all things interdisciplinary science with the director of the Wisconsin Geological and Natural History Survey.

Dane County updates initiative for carbon neutrality by 2030. Will Madison make it?

New technology will go underground to take climate solutions to the next level in Dane County

Hottest game in Camp Randall history highlights severity of climate change

Badger fans packed the stadium for the season opener Saturday despite temperatures soaring over 90 degrees 

I Just Think They’re Neat: Badgers

 Explore the science behind the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s beloved mascot.

The science of staying motivated in STEM

New research from the University of Wisconsin-Madison sparks conversation about finding encouragement in competitive fields 

Lake Mendota: To swim or not to swim?

  Take a look at the hidden dangers of your favorite lake. 

‘Swarm to Table’ inspires insect acceptance

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

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Researcher Ken Tennesen (left) and his colleague Bill Mauffary head out to survey dragonflies at Jyme Lake in Woodruff, WI, July 2023.

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