ISTC’s annual report for the period July 1, 2018-June 30, 2019 is now available. The report features ISTC’s research and technical efforts during the period. Highlights
Day: August 15, 2019
Chicago water pollution may be keeping invasive silver carp out of Great Lakes
Read the full story from the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences. Invasive silver carp have been moving north toward the
Cover crops, compost and carbon
Read the full story from the American Society of Agronomy. A new study compares techniques in organic farming that influence soil health.
Lollapalooza increases green initiatives
Read the full story in the Columbia College Chronicle. Empty beer cups, water bottles, paper plates and napkins are some of the many pieces of
Biodegradable alternative to replace microplastics in cosmetics and toiletries
Read the full story from the University of Bath. University of Bath project seeking to commercialise plant-based beads for cosmetics receives major funding
Lake Tahoe shows microplastics aren’t just an ocean problem
Read the full story in Futurity. Research at one of the clearest, cleanest lakes in the world suggests the problem of microplastics is widespread in
