Research
UNH Study Shows Non-Competes Can Stifle Innovation
A UNH study cited by the Federal Trade Commission finds that stricter enforcement of non-compete agreements can lower the value of patents and discourage employee creativity, highlighting how these contracts may unintentionally hold back innovation. Read More-
07/01/25
Large Lessons from a Tiny Wasp
Holly Hoag and István MikóÌýstudiedÌýNasonia, tiny wasps that parasitize flies, for insights into how species evolve and how small genetic differences... -
06/25/25
How Would Reduced Indirect Costs Affect UNH Research?
What are indirect costs, and how does the government's proposal of reducing them affect research at UNH?Ìý -
06/24/25
A Different Mindset for Farm Viability in New England
Analena Bruce led a study to determine what makes a New England farm viable in today's economy, and her findings show that it goes far beyond food... -
06/12/25
Institute for Health Policy and Practice Keeps New Hampshire Healthy
To analyze the data at the root of high-quality health care and inform policy and practice, the state of New Hampshire often turns to UNH’s Institute...
Recent Stories
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10/31/23 - Earth’s atmosphere plays major role in creating space stormsNew research indicates that the Earth’s atmosphere plays a larger role in the creation of space storms than previously thought. Read More
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10/29/23 - A Global Exchange: COLSA Summer Scholars Engage in Ag SciencesExplore how the Âé¶¹app's College of Life Sciences and Agriculture bridges students to global opportunities through experiential learning and research. Read More
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10/24/23 - Bolstering Fish and Dairy Consumption in the Granite StateUNH research enhances SNAP, supporting NH's vulnerable communities through tailored nutrition education, fresh food access, and improved public health. Read More
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10/20/23 - Shuili Du Earns UNH Excellence in Research AwardShuili Du is not one to spend time reflecting on previous research. Her thoughts mostly center on what topics need exploring next.Ìý Du’s enthusiasm and thirst for research were... Read More
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10/19/23 - Tartary Buckwheat: A Climate-Ready Crop for the FutureDiscover Tartary Buckwheat: The Climate-Resilient Superfood. UNH researchers explore this nutritious grain's potential in the face of changing weather patterns. Read More
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10/17/23 - Adding Social Cost to Fossil Fuels Could Benefit Both Climate and WaterA new study led by UNH researchers focuses on the co-benefits to climate mitigation and water quality by adding social cost to fossil fuels.Ìý Read More
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10/16/23 - Department of Energy Honor to Ph.D. Student Sean Schaefer Will Advance Arctic ResearchPh.D. student Sean Schaefer and his advisor, associate professor Jessica Ernakovich, have both received grants to use Department of Energy facilities to advance their research on... Read More
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10/10/23 - Corporate Social Responsibility May Induce Unethical Choices in LeadersLeading a company known for strong corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices does not necessarily equate to consistent ethical decision-making by its leader. In fact,... Read More
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10/09/23 - Monitoring Harmful Algal Blooms Using DronesUNH researchers use drones equipped with sensors to identify cyanobacteria blooms — also known as harmful algal blooms — in New Hampshire lakes faster and more effectively. Read More
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09/29/23 - Flax to Linen Project Weaves History With ExperienceThe path to a deeper understanding of rural New England’s pre-industrial textile economy begins in a muddy field on the edge of UNH’s Woodman Horticultural Research Farm. There, a... Read More