This research introduces an ultra-wideband tracking system to detect heat stress in dairy cows through behavior monitoring. By analyzing movement patterns with 98% accuracy, it enables early intervention and targeted cooling. The solution improves animal welfare, boosts milk production, and helps farmers manage labor and efficiency challenges in modern dairy farming.

This research develops small-molecule treatments for chikungunya virus using a lock-and-key approach targeting viral proteins. A key challenge—molecular orientation (enantiomers)—was addressed with a new synthesis method producing over 95% effective molecules. The optimized compound, BDGR-651, shows promise as a future antiviral treatment for this debilitating disease.

This research investigates whether small mangrove patches can effectively protect coastal areas from hurricanes. Using insect biodiversity and environmental DNA, it evaluates ecosystem functionality across patch sizes. The goal is to identify the minimum viable size for resilient mangrove systems, informing urban planning and improving coastal protection in space-limited environments.