Current Research by Department

Allured by night light

Light pollution is a top predictor for where migrating birds stop and rest

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Unlocking the secrets

UD researchers explore cell-to-cell signals in plants

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Former UD graduate student Nick Johnson operates the multi-spectral imaging instrument to look at plant sentinel response.

Test before you taste

UD professors, Delaware startup create novel, rapid detection of foodborne pathogens

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Agriculture & Natural Resources

Soil scientist Yan Jin awarded University’s highest faculty honor: youtube.com/watch?v=Rh__5gorAvo

Research News

UD receives $6 million in research funding on best practices for how coastal communities can combat sea level rise

September 13, 2024 | Written by Dante LaPenta

In the lowest-lying state in the country, the UD researchers are focused on the project “Risks, Impacts, & Strategies for Coastal Communities.” The project received $6 million in funding; UD will receive more than $3 million for the research. Led by principal investigator Leah Palm-Forster, the team will focus primarily on the risks of flooding and salinization on coastal land. These issues are significant not only in Delaware but also in states like Rhode Island and South Carolina, where UD partners will collaborate on the work. Emi Uchida is leading the Rhode Island team, and Norman Levine is leading the South Carolina team.
Valuing our ecosystem

September 09, 2024 | Written by Katie Peikes | Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson

University of Delaware researchers receive $1.5 million federal grant to assess the value of ecosystem services.
Isotope fingerprints of environmental contaminants

September 06, 2024 | Written by Katie Peikes | Photos by Kathy F. Atkinson

UD researchers use new method to track pollutants in the environment.
From bean to bar

September 05, 2024 | Written by Katie Peikes | Photos by Evan Krape

UD professor and students whip up unique chocolate sweets.

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