Latest news from Iowa State University on Newswise en-us Copyright 2025 Newswise 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/diversified-cropping-systems-boost-nitrogen-supply-but-not-soil-carbon-study-finds/?sc=rsin /articles/diversified-cropping-systems-boost-nitrogen-supply-but-not-soil-carbon-study-finds/?sc=rsin Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:10:22 EST Longer, more diverse rotations of crops fertilized with livestock manure have many environmental benefits, but carbon sequestration isn't one of them, according to a new study led by Iowa State University researchers. Iowa State University /articles/iowa-state-university-scientists-lead-breakthrough-to-understand-contents-of-plant-cells/?sc=rsin /articles/iowa-state-university-scientists-lead-breakthrough-to-understand-contents-of-plant-cells/?sc=rsin Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:55:32 EST Iowa State University scientists have made a significant breakthrough in identifying specific proteins within individual plant cells. Iowa State University /articles/researchers-use-lab-data-to-rewrite-equation-for-deformation-flow-of-watery-glacier-ice/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-use-lab-data-to-rewrite-equation-for-deformation-flow-of-watery-glacier-ice/?sc=rsin Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:15:38 EST Experiments designed to deform ice at its pressure-melting temperature were like grabbing a bagel at the top and the bottom, then twisting the two halves to smear the cream cheese in the middle, said Iowa State's Neal Iverson. The resulting data could lead to more accurate models of temperate glacier ice and better predictions of glacier flow and sea-level rise. Iowa State University /articles/innovation-on-tap-iowa-state-brewing-science-students-create-new-ipa-for-backpocket-brewing/?sc=rsin /articles/innovation-on-tap-iowa-state-brewing-science-students-create-new-ipa-for-backpocket-brewing/?sc=rsin Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:35:31 EST A new IPA developed by Iowa State University students will soon be available through a collaboration with Backpocket Brewing. The Iowa brewery challenged students to take what they learned in class and in the lab and apply it to a professional situation. Iowa State University /articles/nanoink-printing-technologies-could-enable-electronics-repairs-production-in-space/?sc=rsin /articles/nanoink-printing-technologies-could-enable-electronics-repairs-production-in-space/?sc=rsin Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:00:05 EST Researchers tested new nanoink and printing technologies on the "roller coaster" of NASA microgravity flights. They demonstrated that electronic circuits can be printed in zero gravity -- potentially leading to electronic repairs or manufacturing in space. Iowa State University /articles/growing-soybeans-has-a-surprisingly-significant-emissions-footprint-but-it-s-ripe-for-reduction/?sc=rsin /articles/growing-soybeans-has-a-surprisingly-significant-emissions-footprint-but-it-s-ripe-for-reduction/?sc=rsin Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:10:50 EST Over a typical two-year rotation of corn and soybeans, 40% of nitrous oxide emissions are in the fertilizer-free soybean year, according to new Iowa State University research. Winter cover crops and planting soybeans earlier could reduce emissions of the potent greenhouse gas by one-third while increasing yields. Iowa State University /articles/linking-data-on-genetics-traits-and-environment-gives-crop-breeders-a-wider-lens/?sc=rsin /articles/linking-data-on-genetics-traits-and-environment-gives-crop-breeders-a-wider-lens/?sc=rsin Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:30:18 EST The interplay between the genetic makeup of crops and the conditions in which they grow is difficult to untangle. A research team led by an Iowa State University professor aims to help breeders analyze the interactions to make crops more resilient and productive. Iowa State University /articles/a-new-wrinkle-in-turtles-their-genomes-fold-in-a-unique-way-iowa-state-researchers-find/?sc=rsin /articles/a-new-wrinkle-in-turtles-their-genomes-fold-in-a-unique-way-iowa-state-researchers-find/?sc=rsin Mon, 11 Nov 2024 16:10:16 EST A new study led by an Iowa State University evolutionary biologist described for the first time the three-dimensional architecture of turtle genomes, which fold in a configuration unlike any other animal observed so far. Iowa State University /articles/tune-into-cyber-house-rock-for-rhymes-tunes-and-cybersecurity-basics/?sc=rsin /articles/tune-into-cyber-house-rock-for-rhymes-tunes-and-cybersecurity-basics/?sc=rsin Wed, 30 Oct 2024 14:15:11 EST "Cyber House Rock!" is a fresh and helpful way for people to learn a few basics about securing their digital information. The series of music videos, with more to come, launches during this year's Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Iowa State University /articles/new-study-uses-climate-data-to-predict-building-maintenance-costs-for-u-s-department-of-defense/?sc=rsin /articles/new-study-uses-climate-data-to-predict-building-maintenance-costs-for-u-s-department-of-defense/?sc=rsin Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:00:43 EST Researchers examined the costs of weather-related damage and destruction for companies and government agencies with multiple buildings. The researchers focused on the large building portfolio of the U.S. Department of Defense. Their study aims to help organizations plan for the rising costs associated with long-range facilities maintenance and replacement. Iowa State University /articles/iowa-state-study-shows-zinc-s-potential-to-fight-antimicrobial-resistance/?sc=rsin /articles/iowa-state-study-shows-zinc-s-potential-to-fight-antimicrobial-resistance/?sc=rsin Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:55:04 EST A research team at Iowa State University has found that zinc supplements may be an inexpensive, effective antidote to the growing health threat of antimicrobial resistance, potentially extending the effectiveness of today's antibiotic arsenal against disease. Iowa State University /articles/engineers-build-zero-trust-real-time-cybersecurity-tools-to-protect-renewables-on-the-grid/?sc=rsin /articles/engineers-build-zero-trust-real-time-cybersecurity-tools-to-protect-renewables-on-the-grid/?sc=rsin Thu, 17 Oct 2024 08:00:09 EST An Iowa State engineer is leading development of cybersecurity tools to guard power grids that carry renewable energy resources such as such as wind or solar farms. The researchers will develop "zero-trust" tools to reduce cyber exposure. The U.S. Department of Energy is supporting the project. Iowa State University /articles/understanding-how-plants-balance-growth-and-survival-one-cell-at-a-time/?sc=rsin /articles/understanding-how-plants-balance-growth-and-survival-one-cell-at-a-time/?sc=rsin Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:00:24 EST An Iowa State University plant biologist received a $1.8 million federal grant to study a gene that affects both how plants grow and how they respond to environmental threats. Unraveling the balancing act between fortifying and flourishing could help scientists develop crops that are more resilient in challenging conditions. Iowa State University /articles/researchers-study-3d-printing-tungsten-parts-for-extreme-conditions-in-nuclear-reactors/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-study-3d-printing-tungsten-parts-for-extreme-conditions-in-nuclear-reactors/?sc=rsin Thu, 03 Oct 2024 08:00:12 EST Sougata Roy and his DREAM-TEAM collaborators are studying 3D printing as an alternative way to process tungsten for use as shields and other components in nuclear reactors. The project is supported by a new, $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. Iowa State University /articles/research-examines-alcohol-use-and-stress-during-the-pandemic/?sc=rsin /articles/research-examines-alcohol-use-and-stress-during-the-pandemic/?sc=rsin Mon, 30 Sep 2024 11:05:40 EST Iowa State University /articles/unique-straining-affects-phase-transformations-in-silicon-a-material-vital-for-electronics/?sc=rsin /articles/unique-straining-affects-phase-transformations-in-silicon-a-material-vital-for-electronics/?sc=rsin Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:05:51 EST Iowa State's Valery Levitas and his collaborators have used pressure with a twisting shear to permanently deform silicon, an important material for electronics. The resulting changes in silicon's microstructure produce material phases that feature different and potentially useful properties. Iowa State University /articles/researchers-working-to-keep-electric-vehicles-charging-even-when-the-lights-go-out/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-working-to-keep-electric-vehicles-charging-even-when-the-lights-go-out/?sc=rsin Tue, 17 Sep 2024 12:05:54 EST A research team led by Iowa State's Zhaoyu Wang will study electric vehicle charging stations with a goal of developing strategies and technologies to keep the chargers operating, even when storms hit and the power goes out. Iowa State University /articles/cold-temperatures-linked-to-immigrant-entrepreneurship/?sc=rsin /articles/cold-temperatures-linked-to-immigrant-entrepreneurship/?sc=rsin Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:05:06 EST Iowa State University /articles/iowa-state-leads-a-dream-project-to-catalog-livestock-dna-regulatory-regions/?sc=rsin /articles/iowa-state-leads-a-dream-project-to-catalog-livestock-dna-regulatory-regions/?sc=rsin Thu, 12 Sep 2024 17:05:14 EST A new USDA-supported project based at Iowa State University will create an encyclopedia of livestock species' genetic regulatory regions, a DNA netherworld that could be useful in breeding for improved animal efficiency and health. Iowa State University /articles/pausing-biological-clock-could-boost-lab-produced-blood-stem-cells/?sc=rsin /articles/pausing-biological-clock-could-boost-lab-produced-blood-stem-cells/?sc=rsin Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:05:49 EST An Iowa State University research team has discovered when and why inflammatory signaling affects the formation of blood stem cells in embryos, which will benefit efforts to develop lab-grown, patient-derived stem cell transfusions to treat blood disorders. The promising advancement in regenerative medicine could eliminate the need for bone marrow transplants. Iowa State University