Researchers have described a new species of ancient shark that was collected in Arkansas 45 years ago and fills an important role in understanding an enigmatic and bizarre group of prehistoric fishes. The study is published in the journal Geodiversitas. “These creatures are part of a recovered ecosystem following a major extinction of fish groups […]
Cal Poly Humboldt
Posted inCalifornia
A new report explores offshore wind transmission scenarios for Northern California and Southern Oregon
December 18, 2023 – A new report from the Schatz Energy Research Center at Cal Poly Humboldt evaluates potential scenarios for electric grid transmission development to support floating offshore wind along the northern coast of California and the southern coast of Oregon. The scenarios include onshore and offshore (undersea) transmission systems, with interconnections ranging from […]
Posted inEnviro
Research Explores Capacity of Biochar to Combat Climate Change, Improve Forest Soils
December 8, 2023 – A Cal Poly Humboldt professor is partnering to research whether biochar can help tackle climate change by improving forest soils. Biochar is one of many possible solutions to help remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. It’s a kind of charcoal that results from heating dry plant-based materials at high temperatures without […]
Posted inCalifornia
Cal Poly Humboldt Tree Research Will Help PG&E Reduce Power Outages and Wildfires
In an effort to reduce the risk of wildfire, Cal Poly Humboldt faculty and students have embarked on a three-year study to investigate tree health. The research team, which includes two graduate and five undergraduate students, received $497,000 from PG&E for their study. Geography Professor Rosemary Sherriff, Forestry Professor Lucy Kerhoulas, Environmental Science & Management […]
Posted inCalifornia
Harvesting from Cal Poly Humboldt’s Seaweed Farm, the First of its Kind
Bull kelp is environmentally, culturally, and economically vital for California. Critical for marine life, it serves a vital bioremediation role by cleaning the water and protecting against the effects of climate change. Additionally, it’s a culturally important food source for coastal Tribal communities. Collaborators harvested, processed, and distributed the seaweed out to local community members […]
Posted inSci/Tech
Cal Poly Researchers Investigate Potential Tick-Borne Pathogens
As tick-borne illnesses continue to rise, Cal Poly Humboldt faculty and students are at the forefront of studying potential arachnid-transferred diseases. Biology professor Jianmin Zhong is working alongside students in his tick research lab to learn more about a novel bacterium found in certain varieties of ticks. The research team, which includes both undergraduate and […]
Posted inCalifornia
Northern California LandBack Symposium to Discuss and Plan for Tribal Land Return on March 24
Save California Salmon and Cal Poly Humboldt’s Native American Studies Department will be hosting the Northern California LandBack Symposium on Friday, March 24, at the Goodwin Forum at Cal Poly Humboldt. This first-of-its-kind free event will take place from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and feature Tribal and state leaders, University representatives, foundations, NGOs, land trusts, and […]