Pineapple plantations’ effect on rural Costa Rican children
In the Sarapiqui region of Costa Rica, it’s hard to walk around without seeing a pineapple or banana plantation. But is pesticide use from the plantations affecting the locals? By Malory Shaw/KUNR.
From monkeys to desert tortoises: how wildlife crossings differ from Costa Rica to Nevada
Every year, thousands of animals are killed on Nevada’s roads. Costa Rica is facing a similar problem. By Kathleen Leslie/KUNR.
The mightiest pollinators, from the tropics to the desert
Around the world, including in Costa Rica, hummingbirds are at risk. Humans can help. By Natalie MacKay/KUNR.
The decline of May Beetles in Costa Rica due to light pollution
The May Beetle and other nocturnal insect species in Costa Rica are in decline. But, all hope is not lost. By Mariel Day/KUNR.
Emily Krieger Discusses Fact-Checking with RSJ Science Reporting Students
What does a fact-checker do, and why does this work matter? A conversation with Emily Krieger. By Guadalupe Alvarez.
A lone wolf crossed into Nevada. Scientists are watching what happens next.
As gray wolves expand across the West, some researchers say Nevada may be entering the early stages of a recovery story. By Alanna Garcia/Nevada Independent.
Researchers are still trying to understand microplastics in Lake Tahoe
Plastic pollution threatens human and environmental health – but cleanups and pollution prevention efforts can help. By Malory Shaw/KUNR.
New Life in a Burn Scar
Scientists use novel planting techniques to restore pine seedlings after a fire. By Katherine Johnson.
Desert tortoise immune systems change with the seasons, researcher finds
New research from Colorado State University explores how tortoise immune systems respond to seasonal shifts in temperature. By Zoie Alstad.
Early-stage research hopes to have sheep and robots cohabitate
UNR Engineers are developing a mobile robot with a closed watering tank and built-in health monitoring system. By Malory Shaw/KUNR.