Research
UNH Research Finds Simpler and Cost-Effective Forensics Test to Help Identify Touch DNA
Television dramas, like CSI and NCIS, make criminal investigations look easy. In real life, DNA testing can be challenging and requires expensive equipment, special facilities and extensive training to identify DNA from a crime scene and determine which belongs to a potential suspect and which may... Read More-
03/12/24
Tracing Carbon Dioxide from the Atmosphere to the Trees
A three-year research grant will allow UNH scientists to study a curious trend in New Hampshire's tree growth. -
03/08/24
State Taps UNH for NH Outdoor Recreation Management Plan
UNH researchers conducted a survey on New Hampshire residents' relationship to outdoor recreation, in support of a statewide outdoor recreation plan. -
03/08/24
Extension Support Leads to Crop Aid for NH Farmers
After freezes in February and May of 2023 that resulted in significant fruit crop loss, UNH Extension helped NH farmers get aid. -
03/06/24
Paul College Researchers Use AI to Evaluate Health News Quality
Could machine learning models help the public better judge the quality of the health news they consume? Recent research by two University of New...
Recent Stories
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03/06/24 - Improving Tools to Track Carbon EmissionsLearn how University of New Hampshire scientists have optimized CO2 sensors for moving water systems, offering better insight into greenhouse gas emissions from rivers and streams... Read More
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03/01/24 - Snow Depth a Key Factor in Regional Fox PopulationsDiscover how snow depth influences red fox populations in northern New England. UNH research reveals climate's pivotal role over prey availability and competition. Read More
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02/27/24 - Study Finds Fewer Noise Complaints in NYC Areas with Airbnb RentalsNew research shows that the growth of Airbnb properties in New York City residential neighborhoods is associated with fewer noise complaints. However, this average effect doesn't... Read More
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02/22/24 - Anthropology Researcher Helps Unearth Major Site in AndesUNH postdoctoral researcher Alex Putnam-Garcia was part of the team that excavated one of the earliest-known circular plaza sites in the Americas. Read More
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02/22/24 - UNH’s Russ Congalton Awarded 2023 William T. Pecora Award for Achievements in Remote Sensing and Earth ObservationUNH's Russ Congalton receives the prestigious William T. Pecora Award from USGS and NASA, honoring his excellence in satellite and aerial remote sensing. Read More
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02/20/24 - Research Will Advance U.S. Offshore Wind EnergyWith funding from the Department of Energy, UNH researchers will lead a project that aims to improve power production of offshore wind farms. Read More
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02/19/24 - UNH Researchers Helping Strawbery Banke Fight Flooding IssuesRising sea levels and more frequent flooding have combined to become an increasingly alarming challenge for the Strawbery Banke Museum in Portsmouth, where basements on this... Read More
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02/12/24 - Studying Fisher Mortality in the Granite StateDiscover why North American fisher populations decline. UNH researchers study mortality causes with $1.2M grant. Key insights for conservation efforts. Read More
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02/06/24 - Fall in Love with Relationship Research This Valentine’s DayThe ubiquitous bouquets of flowers and boxes of chocolates that overflow big box store displays every February illustrate the significant commercial focus of Valentine’s Day. But... Read More
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02/02/24 - How Can We Increase the Success of Lion Conservation Plans?New UNH-supported research explores strategies for lion conservation, focusing on ecological and sociopolitical factors to protect vulnerable African lions effectively. Read More