Ashley Vargo

All posts by Ashley Vargo

A gloved hand holds two halves of a fruit

November 14, 2024

What is citrus greening — and why is it so hard to stop?

AgriLife Research scientist explains the not-so-sweet citrus disease and efforts to control it

A man and a nutrition student sit in a clinical setting

November 7, 2024

Department of Nutrition launches new human health degree track

New program to prepare students for careers in health and medicine

Two individuals sitting at a table holding coffee cups. The individual on the leaf it wearing a light blue shirt with writing on it and the other is wearing a dark blue shirt.

November 4, 2024

Education that saves lives

How AgriLife Extension empowered Maria Parsell to transform her lifestyle and prevent diabetes

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October 31, 2024

Discovery of a protein’s key role in RNA processes could improve disease treatment in humans and plants

Texas A&M AgriLife biochemists identify potential target to regulate RNA gene expression

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October 28, 2024

New Texas A&M AgriLife faculty member to support research on plant-fungal interactions

Baoye He joins Department of Plant Pathology and Microbiology

A wild tobacco plant in light conditions showing the spread of green fluorescence, indicating viral spread.

October 24, 2024

Plant pathologists develop new method to study plant defense against viruses

Landmark study caps off career of Texas A&M AgriLife researcher and professor

A woman stands with a shocked face and hands on her cheeks in front of a blue background

October 23, 2024

How fear fuels fight or flight

Biochemistry expert unmasks the science behind the fear response

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October 21, 2024

Distinguished investigator brings expertise in genetics and cell biology to Texas A&M AgriLife

Ann Wehman joins Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics faculty in research, teaching role

Two horses stand in an outdoor enclosure

October 10, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife leads program prioritizing mounted patrol horses’ health, safety

Equine health course to equip riders with essential horse care skills

October 8, 2024

Gohil wins Ivano Bertini Award for copper discoveries

Gohil named recipient of 2024 Ivano Bertini Award

October 1, 2024

The strange types of spiderwebs found in nature

AgriLife Extension specialist unravels the strategies of different spiderweb styles

A grove of trees with light green leaves

September 20, 2024

Texas tree care challenges focus of new arborist on plant pathology team

Adams set to address diverse tree population and complex health issues

August 19, 2024

Veterinary Science Certificate Program makes job-ready high school graduates

AgriLife Extension offers path into veterinary science with industry-recognized certification

August 15, 2024

Key biofuel-producing microalga believed to be a single species is actually three

Texas A&M AgriLife researchers propose new species classification after analyzing genomes

August 13, 2024

Dong named Sadie Hatfield Endowed Professor in Agriculture

Endowed professorship, five-year grant support plant developmental biology researcher

August 8, 2024

Minimize the risk of West Nile virus infection

Stay safe from mosquito-borne disease by preventing bites

August 1, 2024

Reduction in folate intake linked to healthier aging in animal models

Lowered dietary folate has the potential to enhance metabolic flexibility 

July 31, 2024

Are you a mosquito magnet? Science says you might be

AgriLife Extension entomologist talks mosquito menu preferences

July 26, 2024

Vishal Gohil recognized for impactful health and biology research

Scientist earns EDGES Fellowship for work tied to cures and therapies for metabolic disorders

July 18, 2024

MicroRNA study sets stage for crop improvements

Texas A&M researchers redefine our understanding of a key process in plant biology