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Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered a group of genes in one species of snail that provide a natural resistance to the flatworm parasite that causes schistosomiasis, and opens the door to possible new drugs or ways to break the transmission cycle of this debilitating disease.

A new study warns that global warming may increase ocean upwelling by the end of this century.

A perfectly preserved amber fossil from Myanmar has been found that provides evidence of the earliest grass specimen ever discovered.

A perfectly preserved amber fossil provides evidence of the earliest grass specimen ever discovered.

Two integrative biology researchers have conducted pioneering research on the colorful patterns found on butterfly wings.

The College of Science has an extensive and deep research portfolio that is globally recognized.

An estimated 30-50% of the Oregon sea star populations in the intertidal zone have the disease.

New discoveries of ticks fossilized in amber show that the bacteria which cause it may have been lurking around for 15 million years.

Former National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Jane Lubchenco is back.

It may take a legion of scuba divers armed with nets and spears, but a new study confirms for the first time that controlling lionfish populations in the western Atlantic Ocean can pave the way for a recovery of native fish.

New research at Oregon State University provides evidence for the first time that disruption of circadian rhythms – the biological “clocks” found in many animals – can clearly cause accelerated neurodegeneration, loss of motor function and premature death.