Women work out less than men (Prevention Magazine) A nationwide study, conducted at Oregon State University in Corvallis, found that women get only about 18 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise per day, while men get 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise daily, on average. (See also: Huffington Post, Everyday Health, Shape) Risky Business [...]

Acidity in ocean killed NW oysters, new study says (Seattle Times) Burke Hales, an Oregon State University chemical oceanographer and the study’s lead author, said they found that the corrosive water was most dangerous just before the oysters developed their shells. (See also: Associated Press, OPB) Women aren’t as active as men, and it’s making [...]

Study: We’re Screwed Without Wolves and Bears (Mother Jones) Moose, elk, and deer populations are at historic highs, according to an extensive review by scientists at Oregon State University. (See also: Earthfix) The lazy sex? Women get half as much daily exercise as men (Daily Mail) A team from Oregon State University analysed the fitness [...]

Oregon farmers posted record sales of $5.2 billion in 2011 (Oregonian) Oregon agricultural sales — which include farming, ranching and fishing — hit a record $5.2 billion last year, according to Oregon State University. (See also: Portland Business Journal, The Register-Guard) Michelle Obama: I’m a Beaver believer (KGW) First Lady Michelle Obama was perfectly clear [...]

Ocean Coral has Herpes (Tonight Show with Jay Leno) Clip of video transcript from the Tonight Show with Jay Leno City Club hosts OSU president (Bend Bulletin) According to a new study, findings show Oregon State University’s contributions to the economy now total $2.06 billion, with more than $1.93 billion staying in the state. iPad [...]