Parasite common in cats causes abortion in bighorn sheep
A parasite often spread by domestic and wild cats is a cause of abortions, or pregnancy loss, as well as neonatal deaths in big horn sheep, according to a study led by WSU researchers.
Science & Technology
Student microgrid project brings sustainability, resilience to Tulalip Tribes
WSU senior electrical engineering students are bringing classroom learning to life through the design of a microgrid for an administration building on the Tulalip Indian Reservation.
Low-impact human recreation changes wildlife behavior
A WSU-led study of Glacier National Park hiking trails during and after a COVID‑19 closure adds evidence to the theory that humans can create a “landscape of fear” like other apex predators.
Sustainable fertilizer production method proven to be cost-effective
New WSU research shows the cost of ammonia sustainably produced using steam or water electrolysis was comparable to current methods that use either natural gas or coal.
Screen-printing method can make wearable electronics less expensive
The glittering, serpentine structures that power wearable electronics can be created with the same technology used to print rock concert t-shirts, new WSU-led research shows.
Department of Energy grant to improve power grid resilience for hard-hit communities
WSU researchers will use the $3 million in funding to work with community members on solutions for when power outages occur due to extreme weather.
WSU research leader sees opportunities in nuclear fusion
Prior to leading WSU’s Office of Research, Chris Keane spent decades working on the quest for nuclear fusion. Now he is exploring ways the university can help develop the technology into a viable energy source.
New study suggests Mayas utilized market-based economics
More than 500 years ago in the Guatemala highlands, Maya people went to places similar to today’s supermarkets to buy and sell goods from craftsmen.
New ‘semi-sub’ shows spy potential of sailing at waterline
An unmanned semi-submersible vehicle developed at WSU may prove that the best way to travel in water undetected and efficiently is not on top, or below, but in-between.
Graduate student collaborates with PNNL on infectious disease prediction modeling
A WSU student is using internet‑based data collection about disease events in pre‑determined locations and various modeling techniques to predict the spread of diseases.
