CSU researchers pivot, pursue, pioneer COVID-19 projects
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Colorado State University has received more than $16 million in funding for COVID-19 research projects.
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CSU leads study promoting food security during pandemic
As part of a $482,642 grant from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR), researchers at Colorado State University studied emergency food provisions that serve children and families in five U.S. cities during the pandemic.
CSU researchers play role in discovery of new method for making key component of plastics
A research team that includes scientists from Colorado State University has discovered a previously unknown way that some bacteria produce the chemical ethylene – a finding that could lead to new ways to produce plastics without using fossil fuels.
Nathan Mueller named a 'New Innovator' by Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
Mueller's project will heighten understanding of snowmelt-dependent agriculture hotspots and how trends in water supplies influence water scarcity.
Epidemic model shows how COVID-19 could spread through firefighting camps
The model demonstrates potential risks and worst-case scenarios COVID-19 poses for the fire management community.
Food systems experts to study Denver supply chain impacts from COVID-19
The researchers will also examine shifts in school-based emergency food service provisions resulting from COVID-19 shutdowns.
Four-year project delivers science-based solutions for managing Ogallala Aquifer
A CSU-led consortium of eight western universities and the USDA-Agricultural Research Service has worked toward strategies for extending the life of the aquifer.
But it’s a dry heat: Climate change and the aridification of North America
Discussions of drought often center on lack of precipitation. But among climate scientists, the focus is shifting to warming temperatures as potent drivers of greater aridity.
Cell phone data helps track mobility patterns during social distancing
A new modeling report estimates just how much Coloradans have changed their behaviors since the start of the pandemic.
Occupational therapy in an equine environment benefits youth with autism
A recent CSU pilot study aimed to develop and evaluate occupational therapy in an equine environment for youth with autism.