In a study on how nest cavities affect growth in alfalfa leafcutting bees, 8-mm diameter cavities produced the biggest bees, while 7 mm produced more bees.
The NSF INCLUDES Aspire Alliance, which engages a growing network of partners to support systemic change in the STEM higher education system, has announced the fourth cohort of 18 fellows in its IAspire Leadership Academy. The academy is designed to support STEM faculty from underrepresented backgrounds to ascend to leadership roles at colleges and universities.