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New Effort Hopes to Make ‘Weed-Out’ Courses More Equitable

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Organic chemistry , anyone?) Research by the nonprofit Gardner Institute and other groups has found that these typically-freshman-year classes tend to prune some kinds of students from academic tracks more than others. Research shows students may drop out or change their major based on these gateway courses.” history surveys.

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement Published: The global cement industry is gigantic, so finding ways to reduce its impact on the climate is essential for a sustainable future. The chemistry of cement It is the use of resources, especially raw materials, that forms the current focus of Theo’s research.

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How do bacteria help and harm crops?

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Jong and his team use various tools and techniques from molecular biology and genetics to study B. Jong and his team have had great success investigating the biology of B. Jong’s research is also focused on the beneficial interactions that could improve rice and soybean crop yields. “We glumae and its interactions with rice.

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The engineering behind Evolutor

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BIOECONOMY — the economic potential of harnessing the power of bioscience. The team in Sheffield has over 40 years of accumulated research experience in applying an evolutionary approach to engineering biology. TALK LIKE A BIOMANUFACTURER. ENZYMES — the proteins responsible for catalysing all chemical reactions in cells.

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Engaging with the science behind food

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Here, researchers and students collaborate with the food industry to address real-world challenges in food production and safety by uncovering the secrets of food microbiology. By providing students with opportunities to learn about and participate in food science research, the lab is also inspiring the next generation of food scientists. “Our

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science

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A unique team of early-career researchers from the University of Exeter and the University of Bristol in the UK is addressing this concern through environmental tests and direct engagement with farmers. We wanted our research to develop from our discussions with farmers and stakeholders,” says Andy. GLOSSARY. THE RISKS OF FUNGICIDES.

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Fostering love and knowledge of agriculture and the environment

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The islands face significant challenges with regards to agriculture, which stem from issues related to geography, politics, history, economics and education. “We Agriculture in the US Virgin Islands A US territory, the US Virgin Islands are a collection of tropical islands in the Caribbean.