Released: 16-Dec-2003 12:10 PM EST
Molecular Biologist to Lead International Fungal Genome Project
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

An international team of scientists will investigate the genome of a fungus that helps crops grow and may be important in controlling global climate.

Released: 1-Mar-2004 5:10 PM EST
Researchers Creating First Binational Geographic Information System
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Researchers have completed the first phase of what will be the most detailed map ever produced of the 2,000-mile U.S.-Mexico border and its 39 crossings, including data on all roads, railroads, airports and ports of entry along the border, plus socioeconomic data and environmental info.

Released: 22-Apr-2004 4:00 PM EDT
Apollo Astronaut to Speak at Commencement
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Geologist, former Apollo astronaut, and former U.S. Senator Harrison Hagan Schmitt will receive an honorary doctorate at spring commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 15.

Released: 19-Jul-2004 6:40 AM EDT
'Smart Bridge' Technology Debuts in New Mexico
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A new Interstate 10 bridge in Las Cruces looks ordinary, but it's much "smarter" than the average bridge. Embedded in its beams are fiber-optic sensors that will allow engineers to carefully monitor its safety, says New Mexico State University civil engineering professor Rola Idriss.

Released: 24-Mar-2014 3:00 PM EDT
NMSU Teams Study Relationship Between Water, Energy, Environment
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A group of research teams in Las Cruces, NM, is working toward greater understanding of the relationships between water, energy and the environment.

Released: 21-Aug-2014 1:00 PM EDT
Nmsu Motorcycle Ride Offers Chance to Learn About 4-H
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The annual Ride for the 4-H Clover motorcycle tour is an awareness campaign for the Cooperative Extension Service 4-H program.

Released: 23-Sep-2014 2:00 PM EDT
NMSU's Clovis Science Center Explores Winter Canola as Alternative Crop
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Dual-purpose canola is being explored as an Eastern New Mexico crop based on a New Mexico State University research project.

Released: 13-Oct-2014 2:00 PM EDT
NMSU's Corona Center Hosts Symposium on Mineral Nutrition for Cattle
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The "Minerals and their Roles in Ranch Sustainability" symposium helps ranchers consider the importance of mineral nutrition for their cattle herds.

Released: 27-Jan-2015 3:00 PM EST
NMSU Takes Steps to Streamline Research Processes
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

An initiative at NMSU is underway to ensure that research processes are examined and changed to allow the researchers to spend as much time conducting research.

Released: 22-Dec-2014 12:50 PM EST
This Way to Better Health: Professors Want to Push Your Cart Toward the Produce Aisle
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Researchers in Las Cruces, NM, are exploring unconventional ways to encourage shoppers to purchase more fresh fruit and vegetables.

Released: 18-Aug-2014 1:00 PM EDT
NMSU Management Professor Uses Embodied Storytelling Research to Help Veterans
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A Las Cruces, NM professor focuses on a embodied restorying process to help veterans and their families begin to find empowerment.

Released: 2-Jul-2014 1:35 PM EDT
Arrowhead Center Provides Support to Help Entrepreneurial Alumni Succeed
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

NMSU's Arrowhead Center provides support for entrepreneurial alumnus Aaron Garcia, CEO of SiliconMesa.

Released: 25-Nov-2014 2:00 PM EST
Researcher Finds Tribal Wisdom, Business Ethics More Related Than They Seem
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A College of Business researcher is studying how Native American tribal values can be applied in today's business world.

Released: 13-Oct-2014 12:05 PM EDT
NMSU Professor Among Scientists Worldwide Testing Miniaturized Genome Sequencer
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A Las Cruces professor is one of a limited group of scientists now beta testing a handheld genome sequencer.

Released: 30-Oct-2014 12:05 PM EDT
Documentary Highlights NMSU Retablos Collection, Largest in U.S.
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A massive collection of a unique genre of folk art called retablos is housed in Las Cruces, NM.

Released: 15-Dec-2014 1:05 PM EST
NMSU Researchers Collaborate on Massive Bird Genome Study
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

More than 200 researchers, including a Las Cruces professor, are part of an international collaboration in sequencing DNA for all major groups of birds.

Released: 12-Jan-2015 1:05 PM EST
Professor, Student Among Scientists Worldwide Mapping Mosquito DNA
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The journal "Science" features a paper about mosquito DNA co-authored by 120 scientists from around the world, including a Las Cruces professor and student.

Released: 2-Feb-2015 1:05 PM EST
NMSU Astronomers Contribute to Massive Star Database, APO Impacts Regional Economy
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Las Cruces based astronomers have been contributing to a suite of experiments that includes studies of Milky Way stars.

Released: 3-Mar-2015 3:05 PM EST
Researcher’s Patented Tech Could Significantly Cut CO2 Emissions
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A provisionally patented technology from an NMSU researcher could revolutionize carbon dioxide capture and help significantly reduce pollution worldwide.

   
Released: 3-Apr-2014 12:05 PM EDT
Regents Approve New, Linearized Tuition Model, Budget Guidelines for FY 2015
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The Board of Regents at New Mexico State University approved a new, linearized tuition model which provides a financial benefit for students taking at least 15 credit hours per semester.

Released: 14-Jul-2014 12:05 PM EDT
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine to Open at New Mexico State University
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A newly formed medical school in New Mexico, the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, will admit its first class in August 2016.

Released: 23-Jul-2014 12:05 PM EDT
NMSU Creates Aggie Development Corporation
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The Aggie Corporation will allow NMSU to better manage and develop its land, property and water assets.

Released: 20-Jan-2015 1:05 PM EST
NMSU Celebrates Spiritual Center Opening
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The Spiritual Center, a new facility available for weddings, memorial services and peaceful meditation regardless of faith, is now open at the Las Cruces campus.

Released: 6-Jan-2014 1:05 PM EST
Chile Pepper Institute Goes From Red to Green with Latest Variety: NuMex Sandia Select
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Researchers at NMSU's Chile Pepper Institute are almost ready to release the NuMex Sandia Select, a Sandia variety that allows the traditionally red chile pepper to be used as a green chile.

Released: 20-Feb-2015 2:05 PM EST
Center for the Arts Gets National Attention
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The architecture and design of NMSU's Center for the Arts was highlighted in the January issue of College Planning and Management magazine.

Released: 11-Dec-2014 2:05 PM EST
NMSU to Host a Workshop on the Landscape Genetics of Golden Eagles and Wind Energy Policy
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Wildlife professor Gary Roemer and guests will hold a workshop Dec. 17-18 at the Pete V. Domenici Hall to address how landscape genetics can be used to understand the genetic structure of golden eagles.

Released: 11-Nov-2014 3:05 PM EST
Student Joins 2014-2015 National Officer FFA Team
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Among 42 candidates from across the country, student Caleb Gustin became one of just six chosen to serve on the 2014-2015 National FFA Officer Team.

Released: 6-Jan-2015 3:05 PM EST
Faculty Recognized for Online Teaching
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Faculty and staff were honored Dec. 4 for improving the quality of their online courses during the Instructional Innovation and Quality recognition and awards celebration.

Released: 7-Oct-2014 5:05 PM EDT
Professor's Research Focuses on Finding the Right Breast Cancer Treatment
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A Las Cruces professor is focusing on the role that progesterone and receptors that bind progesterone play in breast cancer.

Released: 18-Nov-2014 5:05 PM EST
Professor Focuses on House Fly Research
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

A professor of Urban Entomology is interested in researching urban pests that most affect people’s everyday lives including house flies.

Released: 27-May-2014 5:05 PM EDT
Drought-Tolerant Alfalfa Variety Created to Meet New Mexico Growers' Needs
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

This alfalfa variety was released in June 2009 and was favorably reviewed by the National Alfalfa and Miscellaneous Legume Variety Review Board in January 2010.

Released: 18-Feb-2014 5:05 PM EST
Professor Answers 10 Myths About Cockroaches
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Romero has been researching the biology, sexuality and behavior of cockroaches for two years, mainly studying the Turkestan cockroach, which is the most prevalent cockroach southern New Mexico.

Released: 24-Jan-2014 5:05 PM EST
Expert Seeks Alternative Irrigation Sources to Save Potable Landscaping Water
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Bernd Leinauer is a turfgrass expert, studying and researching ways to preserve green spaces in places like New Mexico, where water scarcity is a big problem.

Released: 16-Feb-2015 1:05 PM EST
Environmental Monitoring Research Center Protects Citizens in Southeastern New Mexico
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Established in 1991, the Carlsbad Environmental Monitoring and Research Center has operated an independent environmental monitoring program for the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant to detect for exposure to radioactive materials.

Released: 24-Nov-2014 2:05 PM EST
New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation Program Impacts Students, State
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Since 1993 New Mexico State University has helped change the lives of students in the state through the New Mexico Alliance for Minority Participation.

Released: 29-Sep-2014 2:05 PM EDT
Bridge Inspection Program Works to Ensure Public Safety
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Faculty, staff and students in the New Mexico State University Bridge Inspection Program are working to prevent tragedies and keep citizens safe.

Released: 23-Dec-2014 2:05 PM EST
Students Collect 600-Plus Books for Homeless Children
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The Communication Studies Graduate Student Association in the College of Arts and Sciences organized a book drive that helped collect more than 600 books and magazines for a library at Jardin de los Ninos.

Released: 21-Jan-2014 3:05 PM EST
CMI Ranks Among Top Animation Schools in the Southwest
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University has been ranked as one of the top 10 animation and game design schools in the Southwest by Animation Career Review.

Released: 8-Apr-2014 3:05 PM EDT
Professor Earns NSF CAREER Grant to Study Sun’s Magnetic Field
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Astronomy professor Jason Jackiewicz studies the sun’s (and other stars’) interior using seismology.

Released: 24-Jun-2014 4:05 PM EDT
Kennedy Center Theater Festival Recognizes Student Work in ‘Misanthrope’
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

New Mexico State University’s recent production of “The Misanthrope” earned four nominations from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival.

Released: 2-Feb-2015 4:05 PM EST
Researchers Use Crowdfunding for Mexican Wolf Tracking Experiments
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Researchers at NMSU are seeking donations to fund a project that could help estimate the population of Mexican wolves in the country in a way that is faster, cheaper and more accurate than the current method of tracking.

Released: 29-May-2014 12:05 PM EDT
Electrical Engineering Project Aims to Improve White Cane Design
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Team members worked to improve the white cane, a device used by visually impaired persons to become more aware of their surroundings.

Released: 17-Mar-2015 5:05 PM EDT
Electrical Engineer Inspired by Human Brain to Develop Wearable Micro-Sensors
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Wei Tang, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at New Mexico State University, is taking a cue from nature to devise the next generation of integrated low-power, wearable micro-devices.

Released: 28-Apr-2015 4:05 PM EDT
Biology Professor’s Projects Examine Regulation, Mechanics of Cell Division
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

NMSU Associate Professor Brad Shuster is the recipient of two grants totaling more than $1.2 million.

Released: 14-May-2015 4:05 PM EDT
NMSU Wins Designation as Core University of New FAA National Center for UA
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

New Mexico State University is a core member-university on a team that will operate a new Federal Aviation Administration National Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems. The Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE) would operate the new center.

Released: 18-Jun-2015 11:05 AM EDT
SkitoSnack Project Wins Gates Foundation Grant
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

Immo Hansen, an associate professor at New Mexico State University, received $100,000 Grand Challenges Exploration grant funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for his project to develop SkitoSnack, an alternative meal for mosquitoes, to meet a critical need for researchers trying to stop the spread of the disease-carrying insect

Released: 23-Jun-2015 3:05 PM EDT
NM Small Acreage Farmers Finding New Ways to Meet Demand for Fresh Produce
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

New Mexico is following the nation in the demand for locally-grown fruits and vegetables. New Mexico State University is working with small-acreage farmers around the state to meet the demand. At a recent vegetable-farming workshop in Albuquerque, 90 percent of attendees farmed 10 acres or less and 75 percent had farmed for less than 10 years.

Released: 13-Jul-2015 3:05 PM EDT
NM Professors, Graduate Explore Tiny, Complex Brain of Old World Monkey
New Mexico State University (NMSU)

The brain hidden inside the oldest known Old World monkey skull has been visualized for the first time with the help of two professors and a graduate from New Mexico State University. The ancient monkey, known scientifically as Victoriapithecus, first made headlines in 1997 when its fossilized skull was discovered on an island in Kenya’s Lake Victoria, where it lived 15 million years ago by NMSU anthropology professors Brenda Benefit and Monte McCrossin.


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