UConn CAHNR

06/18/2026

Invasive plants are a serious ecological concern. Without natural predators, they push out native plants and the wildlife that depend on them.

Led by Vickie Wallace, senior extension educator, members of UConn Extension's Sustainable Landscape Program now offers new UConn Extension certificate program helps residents tackle the 100+ invasive species spreading throughout our state

A new UConn Extension certificate program helps residents tackle the 100+ invasive species spreading throughout our state

06/17/2026

UConn 4-H Robotics offers STEM-focused, hands-on programming for Connecticut youth, featuring teams that compete in FIRST and VEX Robotics competitions. These programs develop skills in engineering, programming, and robot design, with some teams operating as part of county-based clubs that have reached national and world-level competitions, all while supporting future economic development in our state.

Since 2024, the state has invested more than $6M into robotics initiatives in the hopes of creating a new generation of STEM workers.

06/17/2026

There are no current cases of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the Northeast, but one UConn expert shares information to keep Connecticut animals and residents safe.

Camila Hamond, assistant research professor of pathobiology and veterinary science in the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources (CAHNR), answers some key questions about what Connecticut residents need to know about the current outbreak.

https://today.uconn.edu/2026/06/what-you-need-to-know-about-screwworm/

UConn Department of Pathobiology and Veterinary Science
UConn Extension

There are no current cases of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the Northeast, but one UConn expert shares information to keep Connecticut animals and residents safe

06/16/2026

What began as in-home cooking lessons in the 1960s is now a program that reaches across Connecticut with evidence-based, impact-driven nutrition education

https://today.uconn.edu/2026/06/from-kitchen-tables-to-healthier-futures-50-years-of-efnep/

UConn Extension

What began as in-home cooking lessons in the 1960s is now a program that reaches across Connecticut with evidence-based, impact-driven nutrition education

06/15/2026

CAHNR researchers were among the organizers and presenters during a day of networking and rapid research pitches to stimulate new university-community research partnerships with a Connecticut focus.

InCHIP Community-Engaged Health Research Forum funds three innovative pilot research projects focused on community needs

06/13/2026

A new framework developed by researchers at UConn and Yale uses high-frequency satellite data to track the vital signs of global cities in near real-time, fundamentally changing how we understand urbanization

A new framework developed by researchers at UConn and Yale uses high-frequency satellite data to track the vital signs of global cities in near real-time, f ...

06/12/2026

Jacob Earp, assistant professor of kinesiology, is studying the drivers of muscle quality loss in older adults to understand how to prevent it and help people retain function longer through life

Jacob Earp, assistant professor of kinesiology, is studying the drivers of muscle quality loss in older adults to understand how to prevent it and help peop ...

06/11/2026

We're excited to announce the official opening of the UConn Forest Ancient White Oak Heritage Trail. On Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 am to noon, weather permitting, Tom Worthley, Extension professor, is hosting a hike for any interested members of the UConn Community and public.

In recognition of a small collection of ancient trees and in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we are hosting a somewhat gentle hike to view some white oak trees believed to be more than 250 years old. Participants will hear the legend of the Charter Oak and learn about the importance of white oak trees to the history, culture and environment of our state. Hikers will also have a chance to view active wildlife habitat enhancement activities, ancient tree preservation and forest stand restoration efforts.

The hike will begin at the Horsebarn Hill Road Red Trail head, by the picnic tables near the bend of Horsebarn Hill Road. Meeting place coordinates: 41.821144, -72.247944.

With: Natural Resources & the Environment, UConn CAHNR

06/11/2026

UConn celebrated the opening of the George Leigh Minor Plant and Soil Health Center, bringing together research, diagnostics, and community engagement and advance plant and soil health across Connecticut

https://today.uconn.edu/2026/06/plant-and-soil-center-opens-to-the-public/

UConn Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture
UConn Extension
UConn Alumni