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Named after the superhero sisters of the animated series “The Powerpuff Girls,” Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup each received two bands with unique ID codes on May 23: one silver, issued by the federal government, and the other green and black, issued by the state.
In experiments by scientists at the university’s New England Center of Excellence in Vector-borne Diseases (NEWVEC), the compound has demonstrated it is as effective as DEET.
The university joins nearly 450 other cities and campuses across the country that are united in improving their landscapes for pollinators by the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation.
This resource for the campus community, which is updated regularly, is dedicated to collecting and sharing vital information for students and employees in response to changes in the federal landscape.
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The Office of News and Media Relations works closely with journalists and the campus community to tell the UMass Amherst story. We gather and promote newsworthy developments about the achievements of faculty, staff and students; the university's programs and policies; research discoveries; and community outreach efforts.
Our team provides a variety of services: news releases, social media, video, photography, Inside UMass newsletter, crisis communication and reputation management, promotion of faculty expertise, and interview preparation. We are part of University Relations, which promotes UMass Amherst to all our varied audiences, both internal and external.
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