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Download the NHAES 2022 Inspired Horticultural Research Report today!
Learn about some of the latest NHAES research in horticulture and crop production
The latest edition of the NH Agricultural Experiment Station’s Inspired magazine and research report is here! The latest edition explores station research into horticulture management and the potential impacts to New Hampshire of growing new crops in the region and using new tools and practices in the growth and harvesting of favorite New England crops. Download and learn what's inside on our... For Young Adults, Heart Health Begins with Sleep
New UNH research examines link between sleep and diabetes, heart disease risk factors among young adults
Key Finding:
Emerging adults who received less than 7 hours of sleep per day and more than 9 hours of sleep per day experience increased risk of MetS.
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College Health and Nutrition Assessment Survey (CHANAS): Expand for definition
An ongoing cross-sectional survey that’s been conducted annually at UNH since 2005, sampling young college adults (18-24). The survey is led by... Hike More, See More Trees, Worry Less
UNH research explores the link between forest biodiversity, psychological wellbeing and education
Research Goals:
Examine the relationship between wildlife biodiversity, forest management, perceptions of biodiversity, and psychological wellbeing in recreational hiking, with the aim of investigating how higher biodiversity and accurate perceptions of biodiversity contribute to increased health benefits.
The popularity of hiking in the United States continues to surge, and that’s good... Brussels Sprouts: To Top or Not
UNH research compares effects of topping Brussels sprout varieties
Photos of Brussels sprout plants (Jade E Cross and Diablo varieties) topped at different dates
(A): Shown, arranged from left to right and top to bottom, are ‘Jade Cross E’ plants grown in 2015, topped on 24 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 2 Oct, and 23 Oct; and untopped plants. (B): Shown, arranged from left to right and top to bottom, are ‘Diablo’ plants grown in 2017 topped on... Upcoming COLSA & NHAES Events
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