In 2012, the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) made its way to the United States from China, sparking concerns among scientists, land managers, and growers about the potential damage this sap-feeding insect could inflict on native and commercial trees.
Sep 3, 2023
In 2012, the arrival of the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) in the United States from China raised concerns among scientists, land managers, and growers about potential damage to native and commercial trees.
Sep 2, 2023
A new economic analysis has linked, for the first time, conduct problems among kindergarten students with significant costs to society in terms of crime and associated medical expenses and lost productivity when they are adults.
Aug 31, 2023
Using a novel method to detect microbial activity in biological soil crusts, or biocrusts, after they are wetted, a Penn State-led research team in a new study…
Aug 11, 2023
‘What are the alien’s motivations?’ At the second annual Penn State SETI Symposium, hosted by the Penn State Extraterrestrial Intelligence Center at the Eberly…
Jul 13, 2023
Key Points Type I interferon protein plays a critical role in suppressing inflammation caused by the schistosome parasite.
May 6, 2023
Losing a spouse can be a devastating experience for anyone. A new study found that experiencing the death of a spouse due to COVID-19 may be worse for mental health than deaths from other causes.
Jul 26, 2022
Later-born generations of older adults in the United States are more likely to have a greater number of chronic health conditions than the generations that preceded them, according to a study conducted by Penn State and Texas State University.
Jun 13, 2022
If average temperatures rise as projected in eastern North America in coming decades, at least one widespread amphibian species likely will be unable to adjust, and its range may shift northward, according to a new study led by Penn State scientists.
Mar 28, 2022
Scientists are increasingly concerned that the lack of reproducibility in research may lead to, among other things, inaccuracies that slow scientific output and diminished public trust in science.
Mar 17, 2022
Exercise may help certain patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) reduce their risk of developing blood clots, according to a new study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers.
Mar 1, 2022
[caption id="attachment_524101" align="aligncenter" width="530"] Penn State researchers developed particles that target blood clots and visualize their structures well compared to traditional ultrasound imaging.
Jul 15, 2021
Clickbait headlines might not be as enticing to readers as once thought, according to a team of researchers.
Jun 21, 2021
A new, environmentally friendly, single-step process has been developed to convert carbon dioxide into higher hydrocarbons using plasma, according to scientists and engineers.
May 25, 2021
