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Friday, June 5, 2026

National/International

Detection at the nanoscale: A phosphate-detecting electrochemical sensor
6/4/26 Phys.org
Graphene, the "wonder material," has shaped much of Suprem Das's research career. From nano-manufacturing to advanced printing for applications such as sensing and energy, Das is committed to finding graphene solutions with real-world impact. Das and his team manufacture graphene in the form of printable ink for various applications.

State/Regional

What is the screwworm and should Kansas ranchers be concerned?
6/4/26 KSN
“Because the USDA has such an aggressive management strategy in place, that helps to soften the blow of just one case showing up,” said Todd Gunderson, a clinical assistant professor of beef production medicine at Kansas State University.

The Screwworm Battle Begins on U.S. Soil: Now What?
6/4/26 AgWeb
Glynn Tonsor, Kansas State University professor of agricultural economics, stresses, “First and foremost, I don’t anticipate a beef demand challenge from it. There’s no reason to believe a consumer should be concerned.”