{"id":10,"date":"2022-04-15T14:22:21","date_gmt":"2022-04-15T18:22:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/pse-draft\/?page_id=10"},"modified":"2022-09-28T14:07:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T18:07:06","slug":"research","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/pse\/research\/","title":{"rendered":"Research and Outreach"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The research activity undertaken by faculty and students centers around the challenges and priorities of Rhode Island and the Northeast region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our land-grant mission provides the foundation of our connection to local communities, and as the world changes\u2013demographic shifts, new technologies, and global connections\u2013our research, teaching, and service will help address a broader set of challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Sustainable landscapes<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

We work collaboratively with local businesses and agencies to develop sustainable practices for landscape management and to educate professionals and the community about sustainable landscapes. Our researchers are studying landscape use of native plants and pollinator-friendly landscapes. We also study plant pathogens, insect pests and invasive species to discover ways to minimize the impacts on plant life. <\/p>\n\n\nWhat we do<\/a>\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n

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Sustainable food crops<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Ensuring a sustainable supply of food is one of the primary challenges for future generations. Working closely with the area growing community\u2013from small-scale commercial growers to alternative urban food networks\u2013we help develop new production methods, effective ways to improve soil and manage pollinator habitat in order to strengthen local food sovereignty.<\/p>\n\n\nWHat WE Do<\/a>\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n

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Invasive species<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Non-native plants and animals that are introduced into North America typically come without the natural enemies and controls present in their native habitats and are able to reproduce and spread unchecked. We are attempting to reduce the risk from purposeful plant introductions, and by working on biological control of insect and weed problems.<\/p>\n\n\nWhat we Do<\/a>\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n

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Disease Vector<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

As reforestation and demographic shifts facilitate tick-transmitted infections, the diseases transmitted by ticks are a significant concern in the region. Our researchers are working to enhance surveillance and identification, improve diagnostic tools, and develop preventive strategies.<\/p>\n\n\nWhat we do<\/a>\n<\/article><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n

URI Cooperative Extension programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Applied research is at the core of what we do. Learn more about the programs run by faculty and researchers in the Department of Plant Sciences and Entomology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Home horticulture certificate<\/h2>

A comprehensive education program that provides a solid understanding of a range of horticultural science topics, and approaches to environmentally-friendly landscape management and gardening<\/p><\/div><\/div>

details and registration<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div> \n\n
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Integrated Pest Management Program<\/h2>

Our researchers work through the URI Cooperative Extension to help local growers identify, monitor and manage pest problems in ways that are both economically and environmentally sustainable.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Program details<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Master Gardener Program<\/h2>

Our instructors work with the Cooperative Extension to help educate local communities in environmentally-sound gardening practices through the dissemination of factual, research-based information.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Program details<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Pesticide safety education<\/h2>

A license is required in Rhode Island for commercial use of General Use Pesticides. Our pesticide safety class will help you prepare for the Department of Environmental Management\u2019s license exam.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

program details<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Plant Protection Clinic<\/h2>

Our researchers work through the URI Cooperative Extension program to help members of the local community identify insects and diagnose plant diseases.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Program details<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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TickEncounter Resource Center<\/h2>

Our faculty enjoy international reputations in tick biology, tick-borne disease ecology, and invertebrate pathology and offer tick bite prevention education to the general public.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Get tick smart<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Vegetable production program<\/h2>

We provide current science-based crop production practices to vegetable producers in R.I. and surrounding communities through site visits, events, and on-farm workshops<\/p><\/div><\/div>

Learn more or register<\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
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