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Invasive jumping worms are spreading in Minnesota

Invasive jumping worms are spreading in Minnesota

Lee Frelich, the lead researcher on the University of Minnesota’s Jumping Worms Project, describes this new invasive species and what problems it causes for Minnesota’s environment.
by Clay Masters and Ben Revier

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From kimchi to kombucha: Hype or healthy habit?

From kimchi to kombucha: Hype or healthy habit?

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two researchers studying the connection between fermented foods and our health.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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U of M researchers create world's first synthetic cell

U of M researchers create world's first synthetic cell

MPR News host Clay Masters spoke with synthetic biologist at the U of M College of Biological Sciences, Kate Adamala about the Spudcell.
by Jeff Jones and Clay Masters

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A rare blue micromoon rises this weekend

A rare blue micromoon rises this weekend

Get set for a rare blue micromoon this weekend. It's when a blue moon that's also the most distant and smallest-looking full moon of the year rises.
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis high school swimmer invents device that detects harmful pool chemicals

Minneapolis high school swimmer invents device that detects harmful pool chemicals

Aditi Gandhi, a student athlete from the Blake School in Minneapolis, has invented a device that continuously monitors for chloramines, a toxic type of chemical compound found in swimming pools.
by Noah Bloch

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After Artemis hype, Dark Sky Week aims to keep focus on the night sky

After Artemis hype, Dark Sky Week aims to keep focus on the night sky

Voyageurs National Park is a designated International Dark Sky Park. Its nonprofit partner is hosting programs through Saturday to celebrate the night sky and share strategies for preventing light pollution.
by Kelly Gordon and Alanna Elder

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