A world of research at Oregon State University

Author: Nick Houtman

Nick Houtman is director of research communications at OSU and edits Terra, a world of research and creativity at Oregon State University. He has experience in weekly and daily print journalism and university science writing. A native Californian, he lived in Wisconsin and Maine before arriving in Corvallis in 2005.

Risk-Taking Results in Research that Matters

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 14, 2020

Linn-Benton and OSU students get ready to launch a high-altitude balloon in preparation for the total solar eclipse on August 21. (Photo: Evan Schreiber)

High risk can lead to high reward

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Farming the Waters

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 13, 2020

Scientists revisit the promise of a diverse aquaculture industry

Inquiry

A Community of Writers

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 12, 2020

MFA program nurtures creativity, collaboration

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Baby Love

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 12, 2020

Researchers seek to improve the odds for premature infants

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Dialogue on Drugs

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 12, 2020

Macro close up of mold spores and bacteria

We all have a role to play in keeping antibiotics effective.

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Bathed in Blue

Post author By Nick Houtman
Post date February 11, 2020

Jaga Giebultowicz and team reasearches affect of blue light on fruit flies and compares the possible correlations to humans. Images use for Terra Winter 2020 Issue.

Artificial blue light may accelerate aging