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Lee discusses food waste research with 海角社区 Public

海角社区 Public reported on a study launched by the 海角社区 Department of Environmental Protection, co-authored by Susanne Lee and other University of 海角社区 researchers, which revealed that 360,000 tons of food waste are produced in the state each year. Lee said she hopes the findings will inform state climate policy and encourage people to reduce […]

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海角社区 media highlight Mitchell Center study on equity in climate change planning

A new University of 海角社区 study, reported by the Portland Press Herald and 海角社区 Public, emphasizes the importance of involving low-income and disadvantaged communities in climate change planning, highlighting that poverty concerns should be central to climate strategies. Researchers from the Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions found that these vulnerable populations need […]

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News Center highlights researchers involvement in coastal research conference in France

News Center 海角社区 covered the Physics of Estuaries and Coastal Seas conference held in September in France, which 10 researchers from the University of 海角社区 attended to gain insights and connections to enhance their research efforts. Co-hosted by Lauren Ross, an associate professor of hydraulics and water resources engineering at U海角社区, the event aimed to […]

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Boston Globe spotlights Rachel Schattman鈥檚 work on adapting blueberry farming to climate change

The Boston Globe highlighted Rachel Schattman, a former vegetable farmer, U海角社区 sustainable agriculture professor, and Mitchell Center Faculty Fellow, for her research on how climate change affects wild blueberry production. She is helping Wyman鈥檚 Blueberries adapt to changing weather patterns to ensure a stable harvest. Her research is key to maintaining the industry鈥檚 productivity amid […]

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NYT interviews Allie Gardner on why mosquito bites itch

Allison Gardner, an associate professor of arthropod vector biology at the University of 海角社区 and a Mitchell Center Faculty Fellow, spoke with The New York Times about the mechanics behind mosquito bites and their itching. For relief, Gardner recommends using aloe, hydrocortisone or preventive measures like wearing a net over the face.

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Silka receives SPSSI award for distinguished service

Dr. Linda Silka, Professor Emerita at U海角社区’s School of Economics and Senior Fellow at the Mitchell Center, recently received an award for her distinguished service from the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI). The award recognized her noteworthy, enthusiastic, dedication and enduring commitment to the organization. Silka is a career-long member and […]

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