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J. Martin Bollinger named Marker Professor of Natural Products Chemistry
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Marty Bollinger

J. Martin Bollinger Jr. has been named the Russell and Mildred Marker Professor of Natural Products Chemistry.

What shapes the composition of microbes in a warbler’s gut?
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Northern parula perches on branch credit: Hans Toom Pixabay

New research by Penn State biologists suggests that the microbiomes of warblers are influenced more by evolution than diet.

To prevent next pandemic research suggests we need to restore wildlife habit
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bat hangs in pine tree

New research shows that anthropogenic change drives bats closer to humans, where they infect intermediary hosts and can infect people.

Michael Axtell named Louis and Hedwig Sternberg Chair in Plant Biology
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New statistical method improves genomic analyses
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A new statistical method by Penn State researchers provides a more efficient way to uncover biologically meaningful changes in genomic data.

New research on effects of binge drinking earns biologist early career award
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Nikki Crowley

Penn State biologist Nikki Crowley is the recipient of the Neuropsychopharmacology Editor’s Early Career Award (NEECA).

Gut parasites may increase onward transmission of respiratory bugs in rabbits
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A new study shows co-infection of gut parasites increases shedding of Bordetella bacterium and could increase onward transmission.

LaJeunesse awarded Maskalick Biodiversity Seed Grant
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Todd LaJeunesse collecting coral fragments

Todd LaJeunesse awarded Maskalick Biodiversity Seed Grant along with graduate student, Caleb Butler.

Ancient genomes reveal hidden history of human adaptation
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Schlegels Endow Early Career Professorship in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
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Bob and Peggy Schlegal among trees with fall leaves
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