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The bold discoveries coming out of UMass Amherst research labs draw national and international attention, and frequently make headlines. UMass researchers conduct impactful research across a wide range of disciplines, with real-world applications in areas such as:
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- Energy Transition
- Agriculture, Food, and Environment
- Internet, Technology, and AI
- Policy and Society
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Evolutionary ecologist Lynn Adler’s research is uncovering important new clues about interactions between pollinators, pathogens, and plants.
UMass Amherst researchers are developing innovative devices to closely monitor a range of health metrics outside the clinic.
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