College of Agriculture, Health & Natural Resources

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From 4-H to Forestry: Diego Marks Continues His Family’s Legacy at UConn

'Leadership is definitely a big part of UConn 4-H, having to step in and help whenever. It’s helped me to take the first step in coming [to UConn] and to not be afraid.'

Ecology compost supply - kitchen waste recycling in backyard composter. The man throws leftover vegetables from the cutting board.

UConn and Fort Hays State University Compete in Werth Innovation for Sustainability Challenge

Both teams presented compelling projects focused on compost solutions

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Can We Heal Injured Veterans by Studying Basketball?

Neal Glaviano is acutely aware of knee pain's impact in active duty and reserve-based military units – and is applying knowledge gained from working with UConn's student athletes toward helping active-duty service members and veterans.

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UConn’s Hidden Gem: Master Gardeners

More than 700 master gardeners educate and beautify communities across the state

Attendees of the "UConn Forum: Economic Engine of a Thriving Connecticut" event listen to UConn President Radenka Maric speak in the Rowe Commons ballroom.

UConn Forum Draws Top Minds to Brainstorm Ways to Grow Connecticut’s Economy

'We make the impossible possible in Connecticut'

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Does Daylight Saving Time Actually Save? Research Shows Costs Outweigh Benefits

As we all prepare to "fall back," a UConn health and environment economist uses evidence-based research to inform policy

State Rep. Jaime Foster providing opening remarks during the first annual Moving Beyond Implications: Policy into Research conference at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford on January 9, 2024.

Second ‘Moving Beyond Implications’ Conference Aims to Advance Evidence-Based Policy

The conference, which aims to bridge the gap between research and policymaking, is accepting abstract submissions from researchers until Nov. 1

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From Policy to Action: Anna-Michelle McSorley Focuses on Health Equity for Latinos

McSorley's work goes beyond health policy to study political processes, potential political biases, and power dynamics

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Nutritional Sciences Ph.D. Candidate Earns NSCA Funding to Study Collagen Peptides

A former college athletic coach turned nutritional researcher, Nick Kuhlman studies links between nutrition and performance

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A Message to the CAHNR Community on Low Completion/Enrollment Academic Programs

From Dean Indrajeet Chaubey on CAHNR academic programs