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Songbirds socialize on the wing during migration, new study says

The night sky teems with migrating songbirds, aloft in their millions following routes etched in evolutionary time.

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Faculty receive funding for new projects in Kenya, Mexico, Sierra Leone, and UK

Four faculty from the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) have received funding to further their international work through the longstanding ACES International Seed Grant program, facilitated by the Office of International Programs. 

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ACE academic advisor participates in U. of I.’s Staff Global Exchange Program

Chaya Sandler’s return from Kyushu University in Fukuoka, Japan, brought with it an abundance of experiences, stories, and knowledge to share back on campus.

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U. of I. project uses large-scale, real-world data to improve farm management practices

Agricultural field trials can provide crucial information that helps scientists and farmers optimize production and reduce environmental impacts.

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Smart food drying techniques with AI enhance product quality and efficiency

Food drying is a common process for preserving many types of food, including fruits and meat; however, drying can alter the food’s quality and nutritional value. In recent years, researchers have developed precision techniques that use optical sensors and AI to facilitate more efficient drying.

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ACES grad student helps identify new species of invasive toad in Madagascar

Devin Edmonds isn’t like most amphibian hobbyists. For one thing, he’s now a trained herpetologist, studying frogs and turtles as a doctoral student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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