Science News highlighted the work of Mario Andrade, a plant geneticist at the University of Maine, who is developing climate-resilient crops such as heat-tolerant potatoes. Researchers are leveraging advanced tools like genome-assisted breeding to create crops that can withstand the impacts of climate change.
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In a story about a new regulation for increasing the minimum size for harvested lobsters, the Associated Press interviewed Rick Wahle, former director of the University of Maine Lobster Institute.
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Richard Brzozowski, a retired professor from University of Maine Cooperative Extension, was honored with the NACAA 2024 Hall of Fame Award for his exceptional work in agricultural education and leadership. His 35-year career, marked by innovative programs and securing over $1.9 million in grants, was highlighted in a recent Morning Ag Clips article.
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Mary Lou Ciolfi, Patricia Oh and Lenard Kaye from the University of Maine’s Center on Aging wrote a column for the Bangor Daily News titled “Check your attitudes about aging.” Kaye is a member of the Maine chapter of the national Scholars Strategy Network, which brings together scholars across the country to address public challenges […]
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The University of Maine has teamed up with the Southern Smoke Foundation to offer up to 200 hours of free mental health counseling for Maine’s food and beverage workers through the Behind You pilot program, as reported by the Portland Press Herald. This initiative is available online and in person to help manage stress and […]
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The University of Maine was featured in the PBS documentary series Sea Change: The Gulf of Maine, which explores the rapid warming of the Gulf of Maine and its impacts on the region. The series, which ran from July 24 to Aug. 7, 2024, highlights the university’s role in researching and addressing climate change in […]
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News Center Maine reported on the new Transfer ME program, which guarantees community college graduates admission to any University of Maine System school. This initiative is designed to simplify the transfer process and encourage more students to pursue bachelor’s degrees.
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BIM Plus reported that the University of Maine and Oak Ridge National Laboratory have created a 3D-printed, recyclable floor cassette using biodegradable materials, which could replace steel and concrete floors. The “SM2ART Nfloor cassette” combines corn-derived polylactic acid and wood flour, offering a strong and eco-friendly construction alternative.
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The Boston Globe reported on the work of Bonnie Newsom, associate professor of anthropology, and her team to save historic Wabanaki Nations sites along Maine’s coast from rising sea levels. Their goal is to recover and protect valuable artifacts before the ocean washes them away.
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Mainebiz reported on a $10 million USDA grant awarded to the University of Maine to convert low-value wood into jet fuel and fish feed. The project, which involves UMaine’s Forest Bioproducts and Aquaculture Research Institutes, aims to sustainably use surplus wood and enhance forest management.
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