Unravelling ancient mysteries in sycamore fig DNA
Natalie Vance (’18 biology) extracts DNA from the sycamore fig to uncover its evolutionary history.
Tag: EEOB
New study finds timing is key in keeping organic matter in wet soils
Steven Hall, an assistant professor of ecology, evolution and organismal biology, shows periodically wet soils don’t always protect organic matter from decomposition.
Iowa State representation continues to grow at SACNAS Conference
Bryan Juarez, graduate student in ecology, evolution and organismal biology, was recognized for giving the best graduate student oral presentation in ecology/evolutionary biology.
Mariana Islands Research studies what happens in a forest without birds
Students spent the summer in Guam investigating the ecological impact of the missing birds.
Fertilizers adjust nitrogen cycle of prairie plants
Research shows excess nutrients from fertilizers gives an advantage to early season plants in prairies ecosystems.
Bessey Hall addition expands student and research lab space
New space in Bessey Hall enhances research and teaching.
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Carol Vleck awarded for lifetime achievement in ornithological research
Carol Vleck, professor emeritus in EEOB, received the Loye and Alden Miller Award for lifetime achievement in ornithological research at the American Ornithology Society annual meeting in August.
New study from LAS biologist tracks nonnative plant species in timing of grassland green-up
Changes in grassland seasonal greening may be due to different factors than once thought
LAS scientist details the indirect effects of an invasive species in Guam
The brown tree snake has affected the regeneration of trees on the island of Guam over a span of decades.