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Released: 5-Sep-2018 10:00 AM EDT
New UNH Research Aims to Help Humans Survive Dehydration
University of New Hampshire

A grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) will help a University of New Hampshire researcher better understand dehydration and ultimately help humans better survive it by studying a tiny desert rodent that’s adapted to survive both acute and chronic dehydration.

Released: 30-Aug-2018 9:30 AM EDT
Solar Eruptions May Not Have Slinky-like Shapes After All
University of New Hampshire

Revisiting some older data, University of New Hampshire researchers discovered new information about the shape of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) – large-scale eruptions of plasma and magnetic field from the sun – that could one day help protect satellites in space as well as the electrical grid on Earth.

Released: 28-Aug-2018 10:00 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Chaos at Home Can Adversely Affect Adolescents
University of New Hampshire

Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have found that youth living in chaotic households, characterized by confusion, disorganization and lack of routines, were more likely to be depressed, have poorer physical health and engage in problematic substance use.

   
Released: 9-Aug-2018 1:05 PM EDT
New UNH Research Identifies Need for Title IX Tune Up on College Campuses
University of New Hampshire

A mystery shopper approach uncovered a need for more education about Title IX regulations and sexual assault on college campuses, according to new research from the University of New Hampshire. In particular, there is confusion about which individuals on campus are and are not confidential resources.

8-Aug-2018 8:30 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Seed Coats Could Lead to Strong, Tough, Yet Flexible Materials
University of New Hampshire

Inspired by elements found in nature, researchers at the University of New Hampshire say the puzzle-like wavy structure of the delicate seed coat, found in plants like succulents and some grasses, could hold the secret to creating new smart materials strong enough to be used in items like body armor, screens, and airplane panels.

Released: 24-Jul-2018 9:05 AM EDT
UNH Research Shows Climate Change Affects Recreational Behavior
University of New Hampshire

Whether it’s casting a fishing line, launching a boat, or taking a dip to cool off, most people heading to a lake rarely think about how climate change is impacting their overall recreation experience. However, more often than not, it does. Research at the University of New Hampshire shows that as unfavorable water quality conditions in lakes continue to rise, anglers, boaters and beach goers are using various coping mechanisms that can alter their behavior, from switching to a different location or activity to simply abandoning the experience altogether.

Released: 17-Jul-2018 8:05 AM EDT
Researchers Show Impact of Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare More Lasting
University of New Hampshire

Mental health and substance abuse issues in adolescents have become major societal problems, forcing parents and health providers to look for innovative treatment options that may better suit some teens. However, some proven therapy programs, like Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare (OBH), can be challenging to access because many are not covered by insurance companies – creating an enormous cost burden for parents. Now, a landmark study by researchers at the University of New Hampshire has found that parents of youth who went through an outdoor behavioral program report that their children showed almost three times the improvement after one year than youth who remained in their communities for more traditional treatment.

Released: 18-Jun-2018 11:05 AM EDT
UNH Researcher Captures Best Ever Evidence of Rare Black Hole
University of New Hampshire

Scientists have been able to prove the existence of small black holes and those that are super-massive but the existence of an elusive type of black hole, known as intermediate-mass black holes (IMBHs) is hotly debated. New research coming out of the Space Science Center at the University of New Hampshire shows the strongest evidence to date that this middle-of-the-road black hole exists, by serendipitously capturing one in action devouring an encountering star.

Released: 7-Jun-2018 10:05 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Land Roles in NASA Mission to Study Outer Solar System
University of New Hampshire

Researchers and engineers from the University of New Hampshire's Space Science Center (SSC) have been selected to be a part of a science mission by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to sample, analyze, and map particles streaming to Earth from the edges of interstellar space.

Released: 5-Jun-2018 10:45 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Shine a Light on More Accurate Way to Estimate Climate Change
University of New Hampshire

All plants take up carbon dioxide during photosynthesis. During this changeover, the plants emit an energy “glow” that is not visible to the human eye, but can be detected by satellites in space. Now, researchers at the University of New Hampshire have taken that one step further. By using satellite data from different major land-based ecosystems around the globe, they have found that the photosynthesis glow is the same across all vegetation, no matter the location. This first-of-its-kind global analysis could have significance in providing more accurate data for scientists working to model carbon cycle and eventually help better project climate change.

Released: 22-May-2018 10:05 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Invasive Seaweed Makes Fish Change Their Behavior
University of New Hampshire

When it comes to finding protection and a safe feeding ground, fish rely on towering blades of seaweed, like kelp, to create a three-dimensional hiding space. Kelp forests have been shown to be one of the most productive systems in the ocean with high biodiversity and ecological function. However, in recent decades, many kelp habitats have been taken over and replaced by lower turf-dominated seaweed species. Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have found that this change in the seascape may impact the behavior of fish and could be leaving them less options for refuge and more vulnerable to predators.

Released: 12-Apr-2018 11:00 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Combination For Small Data Storage and Tinier Computers
University of New Hampshire

It may sound like a futuristic device out of a spy novel, a computer the size of a pinhead, but according to new research from the University of New Hampshire, it might be a reality sooner than once thought. Researchers have discovered that using an easily made combination of materials might be the way to offer a more stable environment for smaller and safer data storage, ultimately leading to miniature computers.

Released: 28-Mar-2018 9:05 AM EDT
Research Finds Dramatic Increase in Flooding on Coastal Roads
University of New Hampshire

High tide floods, or so-called “nuisance flooding,” that happen along shore roadways during seasonal high tides or minor wind events are occurring far more frequently than ever before. Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have found that in the past 20 years roads along the East Coast have experienced a 90 percent increase in flooding – often making the roads in these communities impassable, causing delays, as well as stress, and impacting transportation of goods and services.

Released: 22-Mar-2018 10:00 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Landscape Ridges May Hold Clues about Ice Age and Climate Change
University of New Hampshire

While the repeating pattern of ridges along New Hampshire's Seacoast may be eye-catching for drivers, and sometimes challenging for bicycle riders, researchers at the University of New Hampshire say they may also hold answers to how glaciers helped form the current terrain and provide insight into the progression of climate change.

Released: 15-Mar-2018 9:00 AM EDT
UNH Researchers Find Space Radiation is Increasingly More Hazardous
University of New Hampshire

As missions with human crews are planned for deep-space, new research from the University of New Hampshire’s Space Science Center cautions that radiation exposure is much higher than previously thought and could have serious implications on both satellites and future astronauts.

Released: 8-Feb-2018 10:05 AM EST
UNH Researchers Find Warmer Oceans Could Increase Invasive ‘Sea Squirts’
University of New Hampshire

They’re lovingly called ‘sea squirts’, but certain marine soft-bodied animals, or tunicates, could cause a giant-sized problem in cold water areas like the Gulf of Maine. New research shows that with a water temperature increase of just two degrees Celsius predicted in the coming years, the invasive tunicate species Botrylloides violaceus will be able to double their reproduction.

Released: 8-Feb-2018 10:05 AM EST
UNH Researchers Find Beetles Make Way For Baby Similar To Humans
University of New Hampshire

Before having a baby, most human parents determine if they are able to feed them, give them a good home and provide them with the best chance to grow up. Researchers have found a similar behavior pattern in the beetle world - specifically with burying beetles who may choose the number of their offspring based on available resources like food.



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