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Economist researches impact of COVID-19 on frontline workers

This article originally appeared on CAHNR Newsroom. By Kim Colavito Markesich Nathan Fiala, associate professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, conducts research toward the goal of reducing poverty and food insecurity, both in the United States and abroad. One of his latest projects, funded through the United States Department of Agriculture, assessed […]

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UConn Startup Unlocking the Promise of Hemp

UConn startup 3BC is using cutting-edge research to produce high-quality hemp products.

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Meet the Researcher: David Noble, Werth Institute

UConn's David Noble helps students find their way on the path to startup success.

UConn Health drive through testing station on the lower campus in Farmington on April 13, 2020.

Nurse Researchers Study How to Increase COVID-19 Testing, Vaccination Among Underserved Hispanic Families

Xiaomei Cong and Kelley Newlin Lew are partnering with the Hispanic Alliance of Southeastern Connecticut for the study, with support from the Office of the Vice President for Research’s COVID-19 Research Seed Funding Program.

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Phubbing: Does Having a Phone Out Make Someone Feel Snubbed?

What does our constant use of cell phones mean for interpersonal relationships?

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Nutritional scientist studies blackcurrant health benefits and obesity-related disease prevention

This article originally appeared on CAHNR Newsroom. By Jason M. Sheldon Yoojin Lee studied food science and engineering in South Korea. A growing interest in how nutrients affect the body led her to the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources where her research focused on the relationship between […]

Rethinking Care for Older Adults with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia

Two UConn researchers will study how well state programs provide care for older adults living with dementia while remaining at home.

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UConn Researcher Finds Family Support Key to LGBTQ+ Student Wellbeing During Pandemic

Support from parents is a key indicator of whether LGTBQ+ college students are experiencing higher levels of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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UConn Researcher Develops Town-Level Model for COVID-19 in Connecticut

UConn researchers have created the first COVID-19 model to focus on the town, rather than the state or national level.

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Researchers Collaborate to Study Impact of Ocean Acidification on Northeast Fisheries, Develop Management Tools

A multi-institution team led by UConn researchers is using computer modeling and biological research to help northeast scallop fisheries facing the threat of ocean acidification.