Study of Gut Microbes in Black Bears Finds Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria

The Office of Undergraduate Research congratulates Dr. Erin McKenney, recent graduates Erik De Jesus, Natalie Morais, and Adrianna Stall, and current NC State undergraduate students Kaleb Holder and Hunter Payne on their recent publication in PLOS One focusing on the gut microbiome of bears. Read the article to learn about how bear feces helps researchers monitor forest health. (Photo credits: Peregrine Photography)