2024
Expanding cancer services through projects identified by communities across Oregon
(OHSU News)
Research reveals how bad bacteria trigger painful gut contractions
(Phys.org)
Our bodies are full of microplastics, but what are they doing to us? Scientists are searching for answers
(OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting))
Bad' bacteria can trigger painful gut contractions; new research shows how
(Science Daily)
OSU-invented bracelets help measure chemicals and pollutants
(OPB)
Microplastics may be a ticking time bomb for human health
(Environmental Health News)
Microplastics research probes the type of dangers they may pose to our bodies
(Boise State Public Radio)
Old lead-sheathed telecom cables found in nearly half of Portland neighborhoods so far; health risks unclear
(OregonLive)
How to check for lead-sheathed cables
(OregonLive)
Inside the ‘campaign of harassment’ to suppress anti-plastic health warnings
(iNews)
As Plastic Talks Continue, a Reminder of What We’re All Exposed To
(The New York Times)
Study links gas commonly found in Utah homes to childhood leukemia
(KSL News)
Stress and Gut Health in Pets: How the Microbiome Could Be the Key to Happier, Healthier Dogs and Cats
(My Vet Candy)
More states ban PFAS in everyday products
(FireRescue1)
IOC Co-Authors New Commentary on Highway Reclamation Impacts on Population Health
(Boston University)
Is the Willamette River clean? There’s still a lot we don’t know
(OregonLive)
More states ban PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ in more products
(Stateline)
How to: Reduce microplastics in your life
(Oregon State University)
How Healthy Is Broccoli?
(The New York Times)
Even Low Levels of Radon May Raise Children's Risk for Leukemia
(MSN)
PFAS levels increasing in Arctic animals, study finds
(The New Lede)
OSU Research: Even Below EPA Radon Guideline, Children at Increased Risk for Leukemia
(Corvallis Advocate)
Exposure to radon may raise risk of childhood leukemia, OSU study finds
(OPB)
Oregon State University study links childhood cancer to radon exposure
(KOIN)
Radon linked to childhood leukemia: OSU study finds
(The Triplicate)
Lead-sheathed telecom cables and historic leaded gasoline emissions substantially raise environmental lead levels in Portland, Oregon
(Nature)
OSU researcher exploring wastewater’s role in antimicrobial resistance
(North Coast Citizen)
Study finds telecom cables are a possible source of lead in Portland
(KATU)
Oregon State University researcher exploring wastewater’s role in antimicrobial resistance
(The World Link)
OSU researchers awarded $2 million to study antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wastewater
(Oregon Public Broadcasting)
Lead-sheathed phone lines contaminate some Portland neighborhoods
(Street Roots)
Air quality advisory issued for Portland area due to smoke, ozone
(KPTV)
Oregon State University researcher exploring wastewater’s role in antimicrobial resistance
(OSU Today)
With the help of Yachats and other coastal cities, PSU-led study will look at tourism's effect on microplastics • YachatsNews.com
(Yachats News)
$2.35 million EPA grant funds study on antimicrobial resistance in U.S. wastewater
(KATU)
Could Wastewater Treatment Affect Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria, OSU gets $2.35 million to Find Out
(Corvallis Advocate)
Using moss to test for urban pollution, NCAA concussion protocol fails, and one of the blackest substances ever made
(OPB)
Urban Moss in Older Portland, Oregon, Neighborhoods Reveals Alarmingly High Lead Levels
(EcoWatch)
Slippery fabric finish cuts microplastic pollution
(C&EN)
National Priorities Grants: Evaluation of Antimicrobial Resistance in Wastewater and Sewage Sludge Treatment and Its Impact on the Environment
(EPA)
Old telecom cables emit high levels of lead in Portland neighborhoods
(Axios)
Oregon market prices tease, but input costs higher
(East Oregonian)
New study takes comprehensive look at how pesticides are contributing to global PFAS contamination
(Nation of Change)
Study finds old telecom cables leaching lead in parts of Portland
(The Lund Report)
Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in pesticides used on food, in homes and on pets, study finds
(CNN)
Study of urban moss raises concerns about lead levels in older Portland neighborhoods
(OSU Today)
OSU study raises concerns about elevated lead levels from old telephone cables
(OPB)
Baby fish have started eating plastic. We haven’t yet seen the consequences
(National Geographic)
Oregon State University researchers discover novel way to make breast cancer cells die
(OSU Today)
First US state bans PFAS, other chemicals from period products
(Chemistry World)
Exposure to loud aircraft noises could lead to obesity: study
(New York Post)
Oregon State researchers uncover mechanism for treating dangerous liver condition
(Oregon State University)
Oregon State researchers make key advance in fight against dangerous surgical site infections
(Oregon State University)
How to Mitigate Your Exposure to 'Forever Chemicals' in Food, According to Experts
(Food & Wine )
‘Forever chemicals’ are pervasive. Here are 4 ways to avoid them in consumer products
(The Hill )
Oregon State University study shows health impacts from brief pesticide exposure on fish and their offspring
(Oregon Public Broadcasting)
Talks for a plastic pollution treaty are stalling. Could the U.S. be doing more?
(NPR News )
Do you need to worry about “forever chemicals”?
Do you need to worry about "forever chemicals'"?
(VOX)
EPA imposes first national limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
(NBC News )
Nearly half of the tap water in the US is contaminated with ‘forever chemicals,’ government study finds
(CNN)
Rohlman Ph.D.-- Innovating Evironmental Health Communication
(NIEHS )
Molly Kile, Sc.D.-- Conducting Community Participatory Research Across Continents
Zebrafish represent key piece to toxicology puzzle, Robyn Tanguay says
(NIEHS)
Researchers Testify on Impact of Microplastics in Water
(CSPAN)
6 Deaf Children Can Now Hear After a Single Injection
(WIRED)
Silicone wristbands track personal PAH exposure
2020
Science, interrupted: Oregon research threatened in a pandemic world
Even razor clams on sparsely populated Olympic Coast can't escape plastics, study finds
Science, interrupted: Oregon research threatened in a pandemic world
Wildfire Smoke Can Spread Toxics to Water, Soil, and Elsewhere
Wildfire Smoke Can Spread Toxics to Water, Soil, and Elsewhere
OSU receives $1.2M grant for program to encourage private well-water testing in Oregon
Is beer good for you? Yakima Valley hops fuel promising medical research
K.C. Donnelly Externships awarded to outstanding Superfund trainees
5G Most Likely Not Harmful to Human Health, Says Study
New 5G networks pose little risk to health, finds new study
5G wireless networks have few health impacts, finds study using zebrafish model
5G wireless networks have few health impacts, finds study using zebrafish model
Rain Dampens Above Average Wheat Harvest
Waterborne toxic pollutants can affect fish for generations
Effects from low-level concentrations of harmful chemicals preserved in three generations of fish
NIH launches analytics platform to harness nationwide COVID-19 patient data to speed treatments
Dogs can be 'early-warning systems' for toxic chemical exposure at home
When wildfire smoke blankets an area, staying inside might not be the refuge you think it is
What’s safe, what’s not: Guide to Oregon’s reopening amid coronavirus
Oregon State researchers discover new class of cancer fighting compounds Peer-Reviewed Publication
Vitamins against COVID-19
(DW)
Society of Toxicology awards recognize fellows, grantees
Press Release: Oregon State University Names New Linus Pauling Institute Director
Marion County has the highest documented COVID-19 rate in the state. No one is sure why.
Microplastic pollution: Scientists look at scope of risk from broken-down plastic in oceans