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Day: June 9, 2022

A photo of three people collecting rocks on the coast of Antarctica

Present Antarctic deglaciation may be unprecedented in last 5,000 years, UMaine study finds

Two major glaciers in West Antarctica may be losing ice faster than they have in at least the last 5,000 years, a University of Maine study finds. The rapidly melting glaciers could lead to major sea level rise over the next several centuries. Over the past few decades, the West Antarctic Ice Sheet has retreated […]

Tajvidi interviewed by media about newly developed nanocellulose food containers

News Center Maine and WVFX (Fox 22/ABC 7) spoke to Mehdi Tajvidi, associate professor of reusable nanomaterials, about his research developing safe and recyclable food containers from nanocellulose in an effort to reduce plastic waste. Tajvidi told WFVX that the containers would be made out of wood or nanocellulose, which has a high crystallinity that […]

Camire speaks to Atlanta Business Journal about buying organic

Mary Ellen Camire, professor of food science and human nutrition, was interviewed by the Atlanta Business Journal about how to shop for organic foods without breaking the bank. Camire discussed the impact of importing produce in general, noting that bringing conventional or organic produce from a distance can have a negative impact on its nutrient […]

The Cold Wire cites UMaine Extension information about cost of horses

In an article about the expenses of owning a horse, The Cold Wire cited a survey conducted by the University of Maine that shows that monthly costs for horse ownership are around $250–$300 per month, adding up to annual costs ranging from $2,419 to $3,876 per animal.

Baltimore Fishbowl, What’s Up magazine cite seal DNA given to UMaine

The Baltimore Fishbowl and What’s Up magazine reported on a grey seal named Louis Armstrong that was released at Assateague Island National Seashore on June 3 after rehabilitation at the National Aquarium’s Animal Care and Rescue Center in Baltimore. The article noted that a DNA sample from Louis was shared with the researchers at the […]

UMaine Extension 4-H summer learning series kicks off July 5

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer its hands-on virtual summer learning series July 5–Aug. 5 with over 20 workshops open to all youth ages 5–18. The UMaine Extension 4-H Summer Learning Series includes hands-on workshops in the fields of arts and crafts, food and nutrition, STEM, marine science and aquaculture, animal science and […]