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Released: 11-Feb-2016 9:05 AM EST
Safeguarding U.S. Wheat: Kansas State University Researchers Staying Ahead of Wheat Blast Disease
Kansas State University

Kansas State University researchers have received $6.5 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture since 2009 to keep a devastating wheat fungus out of the country's farm fields.

Released: 10-Feb-2016 10:05 AM EST
Genetics Help Fish Thrive in Toxic Environments, Collaborative Study Finds
Kansas State University

A 10-year collaborative project led by biologists from Kansas State University and Washington State University has discovered how the Atlantic molly is able to live in toxic hydrogen sulfide water.

Released: 8-Feb-2016 10:05 AM EST
Millennials Say One Thing but Do Another When Choosing Chocolate, Kansas State University Study Finds
Kansas State University

Despite strong preferences for ethical chocolate in focus groups, only 14 percent of millennials in individual choice studies selected candy with ethical or social factors labeling, according to a Kansas State University study. In addition, a majority of millennials also prefer chocolate with clean labeling.

Released: 3-Feb-2016 11:05 AM EST
High-Tech Toys Could Stagnate Babies’ Communication Skills
Kansas State University

When babies and toddlers play with a tablet or other noisy device, they often play alone, which can be detrimental to their development, according to Bradford Wiles, an assistant professor and extension early child development specialist at Kansas State University. Research has shown that children need meaningful interaction with adults to reach their full social potential.

Released: 28-Jan-2016 9:05 AM EST
Put Your Game Face On
Kansas State University

The dark, cold days of winter offer a great time for family or friends to bond over board games, which provide surprising benefits beyond the activity itself, according to Kansas State University's Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena.

Released: 25-Jan-2016 10:05 AM EST
NSF CAREER Award Supports Researcher's Cyber-Physical Systems Work
Kansas State University

Pavithra Prabhakar, Kansas State University assistant professor of computing and information sciences, has received a five-year $446,000 CAREER award for her research on cyber-physical systems.

Released: 22-Jan-2016 9:05 AM EST
Emojis May Help Reduce Waste by Measuring Kids' Emotional Response to Foods
Kansas State University

Sensory analysis researchers at Kansas State University Olathe are looking at whether emojis can help reduce the food grade school students throw away at lunch.

Released: 21-Jan-2016 11:05 AM EST
Season of Giving Extends Past the Holidays: Food Donations Needed Year-Round
Kansas State University

It comes naturally for many people to give to their local food pantries during the holidays, but it’s important to remember that “hunger knows no season.” An assistant professor of human nutrition and registered dietitian explains the importance of making healthful food pantry donations so families can have balanced meals, based on the MyPlate dietary guidelines.

Released: 14-Jan-2016 10:05 AM EST
Teenagers' Role in Language Change Is Overstated, Linguistics Research Finds
Kansas State University

Teenagers are not solely causing language change, according to Kansas State University research. Language changes occur throughout a lifetime and not just during the teenage years.

Released: 14-Jan-2016 9:05 AM EST
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
Kansas State University

A Kansas State University aging specialist discusses 10 main signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of obtaining an early diagnosis.

Released: 7-Jan-2016 10:05 AM EST
New NDV-H5NX Avian Influenza Vaccine Has Potential for Mass Vaccination of Poultry
Kansas State University

In the course of three months, Kansas State University researchers were able to develop and test a new vaccine that protects chickens and other poultry from multiple strains of avian influenza found in the U.S., including H5N1, H5N2 and H5N8.

Released: 23-Dec-2015 10:05 AM EST
Kansas State University Experts Share Five Guidelines for a Happy, Healthy 2016
Kansas State University

Researchers with Kansas State University's College of Human Ecology share tips on making the new year a healthy and happy one.

Released: 22-Dec-2015 11:05 AM EST
Holiday Harmony: Kansas State University Therapist Offers Advice on Coping with Stress, Depression
Kansas State University

A Kansas State University marriage and family therapist offers advice on coping with holiday stress and depression.

Released: 18-Dec-2015 5:05 PM EST
Kansas State University Veterinarian Offers Tips to Keep Holidays Safe and Accident-Free for Pets
Kansas State University

Susan Nelson, clinical associate professor at Kansas State University's Veterinary Health Center, offers tips for your pets that could help you prevent some holiday-related accidents.

Released: 18-Dec-2015 5:05 PM EST
Holiday Harmony: Kansas State University Experts Share Tips on Helping Preschoolers Deal with Family Gatherings, Divorce
Kansas State University

Experts from Kansas State University's College of Human Ecology share advice on helping preschoolers cope with large gatherings and divorced parents during the holidays.

Released: 18-Dec-2015 11:05 AM EST
Finance Professor Comments on Federal Interest Rate Increases
Kansas State University

Eric Higgins, Kansas State University professor and head of the finance department, discusses what interest rate increases mean for consumers and the economy.

Released: 17-Dec-2015 9:05 AM EST
Gerontologist Offers Suggestions for Families Coping with Dementia
Kansas State University

A Kansas State University gerontologist offers tips on coping during the holidays with a family member who has dementia.

Released: 10-Dec-2015 9:05 AM EST
Research Identifies Pivotal Role of Gut Bacteria in Insect-to-Insect Communication
Kansas State University

German cockroaches gather by acting on colony-specific pheromones produced by specific fecal bacteria.

Released: 10-Dec-2015 9:05 AM EST
Kansas State University Veterinarian Says Winter Preparation Important for Pets, Too
Kansas State University

Whether you have an indoor or outdoor pet, a Kansas State University veterinarian says it's important to remember these tips to keep them safe during the winter months.



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