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Tracey Peake

Memorial Belltower

Feb 3, 2026

Bartonella, Babesia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

A pilot study has found evidence of Bartonella and Babesia infection in almost half of 50 blood samples from patients suffering chronic fatigue syndrome. 

Crystal on dark background to illustrate how applying a thermal gradient to the crystal creates orbital angular momentum.

Jan 21, 2026

Chiral Phonons Create Orbital Current via Their Own Magnetism

Chiral phonons can create orbital current without magnetic elements, and the effect can be achieved in common crystal materials. 

black dog

Jan 5, 2026

Researchers Develop Guidelines for Diagnosing, Monitoring Canine Cognitive Decline

The guidelines define the condition, offer practical diagnostic criteria and are meant to aid both clinicians and researchers in helping senior dogs with cognitive issues. 

Boxer

Dec 16, 2025

Study Explores Role of Neutrophils in Canine Atopic Dermatitis

The work is a first step toward understanding the role that these immune cells may play in the early stages of allergic skin response. 

horse in field

Dec 9, 2025

Novel Kirkovirus May Be Associated with Colitis in Horses

A novel kirkovirus may be associated with colitis – and potentially small colon impactions – in horses. 

a lone star tick against a white backdrop

Dec 2, 2025

Researchers Confirm New Rickettsia Species Found in Dogs

A new Rickettsia species, dubbed Rickettsia finnyi, is associated with symptoms similar to those of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in dogs, but has not yet been found in humans. 

Nov 18, 2025

A ‘Problem’ Leads to Potential Solutions for Injured Reptiles

Savannah Dunn tells us what she learned about treating snakes during her time with the Turtle Rescue Team. 

Cute piglet on straw

Nov 17, 2025

PRRSV Vaccine Effectiveness Linked to T Cell Response

The effectiveness of current vaccines against PRRSV is due to the response of T cells against the disease, rather than the production of antibodies. 

an orange snow shovel cuts through a pile of snow

Nov 12, 2025

Hourly Weather Data Reveals Climate Trends in U.S.

Over the past forty years, parts of the northeast have lost almost 1 1/2 weeks of temperatures below freezing, while portions of some states in the Gulf and Southwest have gained almost 1 1/2 weeks of temperatures that cause heat stress. 

Nov 6, 2025

Study: Composite Metal Foam Could Lead to Safer Hazmat Transportation

Composite metal foam can withstand tremendous force – enough to punch a hole in a railroad tank car – at much lower weight than solid steel. 

A pack of Nanotyrannus brazenly attacks a juvenile T. rex. Illustration by Anthony Hutchings.

Oct 30, 2025

Nanotyrannus Confirmed: Dueling Dinosaurs Fossil Rewrites the Story of T. rex

A complete Nanotyrannus skeleton has just ended one of paleontology’s longest-running debates. 

A faucet and drinking water.

Oct 27, 2025

High Levels of Short-Chain PFAS Found in Wilmington Residents’ Blood

High levels of ultrashort-chain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were found in blood samples taken from Wilmington, N.C. residents between 2010-2016. 

Oct 21, 2025

Increasing Heat is Super-Charging Arctic Climate and Weather Extremes

A “pushing and triggering” mechanism has has driven the Arctic climate system to a new state, which will likely see consistently increased frequency and intensity of extreme events across the atmosphere, ocean and cryosphere this century. 

Oct 6, 2025

Setting Health Standards for Sharks

How do veterinarians know what the health standards are for sharks? 

Sep 24, 2025

Study Challenges Theory Behind N.C. Blue Crab Decline

There are plenty of juvenile blue crabs in Pamlico Sound, so where are the adults?