This month we look at scientists using NEON data to mitigate forest fires, researchers working to make NEON data more accessible, and how it will be critical in supporting a new research center.
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What the Endangered Species Act Means for the Agrochemical and Crop Protection Sector
The US EPA recently announced plans to accommodate the Endangered Species Act and Battelle's US Head of Regulatory Affairs, Phillip Cassidy, sheds light on the implications of these new regulations.
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July 2022: What’s New with NEON?
This month we highlight how scientists are using NEON data to predict berry trends for indigenous communities in Alaska, investigate ticks and study species and occupancy-relationships.
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How Do Fireworks Get Their Colors?
Battelle Principal Research Scientist Paul Shawcross drops some knowledge about the science behind how fireworks get their colors.
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Battelle Regional Community Grants Impact Wide Variety of STEM Programs
While Battelle is headquartered in Columbus, it still funds Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) programs around the country.
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Battelle Technology Ready to Address PFAS Problem
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently issued health advisories for chemical compounds known as PFAS. Here's how we're ahead of the curve on this problem.
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