A Tale of Two Cows
How can the tiniest changes in a cow's genetic code make big impacts on her health and wellness?
Writing Samples
A featured selection of my science writing, from illustrated blogs to live radio segments.
The Genetics of Budgie Color: Punnett Squares
Our pet budgies come in a rainbow of colors, garnering names like opaline cinnamon, sky blue spangle, and recessive pied all due to their unique combinations of genes. To understand how selective breeding has resulted in such diverse plumage, you’ll need to master one of the simplest genetic tools in the book: Punnett squares!
The Lanternfly Invades: Ithaca's New Invasive Species
This transcript is from Izzy Frabotta's segment that aired on the Dec. 5th episode of Talk of the Town.
An ecological menace has moved into Tompkins County, but you may have to squint to see it.
An ecological menace has moved into Tompkins County, but you may have to squint to see it.
The Great Mummichog Mystery
If you've ever seen fish wriggling in the sand at the beach, you might've thought they were stranded. But some intrepid scientists have made a startling discovery: those little mummichogs know exactly where they're going!
Your Guide to Budgie Colors
Budgie color mutations are a hotly discussed and researched topic, and it’s easy to feel lost in this ocean of information. To help you navigate, we’ve compiled a major mutation guide (with photos!) so you can better understand what makes your flock unique.
Tompkins County Environmental Management Council Talks Environmental Justice
This article is a transcription of Izzy Frabotta's October 10th report on Talk of the Town.
On Thursday evening, the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council, or EMC, hosted a community outreach event on environmental justice.
On Thursday evening, the Tompkins County Environmental Management Council, or EMC, hosted a community outreach event on environmental justice.
What is Molnupiravir?
An animated explainer on the COVID-fighting antiviral drug, molnupiravir.
