Caroline Long
Science News ReporterCaroline Long is a science reporter at UPR. She is curious about the natural world and passionate about communicating her findings with others. As a PhD student in Biology at Utah State University, she spends most of her time in the lab or at the coyote facility, studying social behavior. In her free time, she enjoys making art, listening to music, and hiking.
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Each year, a small number of limited-entry and once-in-a-lifetime hunting permits are designated as conservation permits. Money raised from auctioning conservation permits goes toward conservation projects.
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According to the U.S. Department of Justice, rape occurs in Utah at a rate higher than the national average.
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The Utah Wildlife Federation and mural artist Chris Peterson are holding the first Celebrate Utah Wildlife Contest to encourage people of all ages across the state to share the ways in which Utah’s wildlife has inspired them.
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To monitor Great Salt Lake's recovery, scientists and officials are watching water levels, salinity and the health and abundance of organisms in the lake.
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A new report from the Center for American Women and Politics (CAWP) ranks U.S. states according to the number of women serving in their legislatures. Utah ranks 40th out of the 50 states, with 25% of legislative seats held by women.
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House Bill 288, which would ban the use of conversion therapy in Utah, passed its final vote on Friday, Feb. 17.
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A study from Intermountain Healthcare shows that weight loss surgery lowers mortality from most common causes.
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For the first time since 2017, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is feeding deer to help them survive the winter.
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With funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Natural History Museum of Utah is working with Utah Native tribal members to enrich the understanding of indigenous history and culture.
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Effective since Nov. 7, off-road use of class 2 and class 3 e-bikes is prohibited in all waterfowl and wildlife management areas.