animal research

A comprehensive study of U.S. butterfly populations shows dramatic declines in most species, but Pacific Northwest ecologists say swift recoveries are possible.

The once-thriving sunflower sea star has all but disappeared along the West Coast, but a San Juan Island lab is cultivating a new generation.

CRISPR meat produced at Washington State University is now ready for people to eat. Researchers say the technology could one day help reduce world hunger.

California blue whales have rebounded after decades of commercial whaling.New research from the University of Washington suggests their numbers are back…

People fighting hunger in the developing world have noticed a troubling mystery: malnourished children sometimes fail to get healthier even when given a…

A new study suggests there’s been a dramatic increase in plastic pollution off the coast of the Pacific Northwest over the past 40 years.That’s after…

One of the touchiest topics in medical research is the use of animals. For example, there are perennial protests at the University of Washington, which…

Making headlines around the Northwest this morning:Business Unemployment Tax Breaks on HorizonSeattle Considers Garbage Collection ReductionsUW Accused in…