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Times of India: Chennai-based SRIHER collaborates with Colorado State University
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research and Colorado State University (CSU) on Friday launched their academic and research collaboration in engineering, biomedical sciences, public health and medical microbiology. The collaboration will allow bilateral exchange of students, faculty and academic credits.
The Hindu: SRIHER ties up with Colorado State University for courses, research
CSU and Sri Ramachandra Institute for Higher Education and Research signed an MoU 2for four areas for exchange and transfer of academic credits: engineering, biomedical sciences, public health and medical microbiology.
A work of art and science: “Picasso Puppy” gets her face straightened out at CSU vet hospital
"There is something so special and unique about helping patients like Delilah. To be able to take a dog, who since she was a puppy, had not been able to live like a dog, and get her a new lease on life is such a blessing.” -Dr. Naomi Hoyer
CSU air pollution expert empowers people to reduce their personal risk in new report
Access to clean air is a human right, yet air pollution remains the world’s largest environmental health risk. A new WHO report prepared by Assistant Professor David Rojas outline practical actions individuals can take to reduce their exposure to air pollution.
In memory: Stephen Reynolds
Dr. Stephen "Steve" Reynolds, professor in the Department of Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences, passed away on January 31, 2024. Reynolds was a national leader in Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health focused on agricultural workers.
College celebrates 25th Research Day with record participation
The 25th annual CVMBS Research Day showcased cutting-edge research projects from members of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences community. The annual symposium is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to present their work and talents, connect with other students and faculty at CSU, and learn about other disciplines.
Steamboat Pilot: What’s indoor air quality like in long-term care facilities during wildfires? It’s worse than you’d think.
Every year, wildfires across the western U.S. and Canada send plumes of smoke into the sky. When that smoke blows into southwestern Idaho’s Treasure Valley, it blankets Boise-area residents in dirty air. “An astonishing amount of smoke gets inside these facilities,” said Luke Montrose, an environmental toxicologist and researcher at Colorado State University.
CBS News: Risk of wildfire smoke in long-term care facilities is worse than you’d think
"An astonishing amount of smoke gets inside these facilities," said Luke Montrose, an environmental toxicologist and researcher at Colorado State University. Data from monitors Montrose installed in four Idaho long-term care facilities in 2020 showed that large amounts of smoke pollution recorded outside during wildfire season seeped into the facilities.
NPR Weekend Edition: New research finds building evidence for the long-term health effects of wildfire smoke
"We call the smoke episode a silent epidemic, or it's a silent disaster because people aren't worried about losing their lives, per se. But it doesn't have that same dramatic impact as watching a city burn - right? - or watching a forest burn." -Sheryl Magzamen
Boise State Public Radio: Research aims to shield Idaho nursing home residents from wildfire smoke
Luke Montrose is leading a research study to see how fires are affecting air quality for residents. He’s an environmental toxicologist, and used to be based at Boise State University; now he’s an assistant professor at Colorado State University. Montrose recognized that those over 65 are at greater risk from wildfire smoke due to pre-existing heart and lung conditions.