Researchers, patients optimistic in fight against alpha-gal syndrome
A support group and a lab in the St. Louis area provide resources for people with the allergy to mammal products — and evidence that its effects can be reversed.
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Finding the "so what" of science journalism
Reporter Harshawn Ratanpal shares how he brings science stories to the people
A new reporting project in the Basin
Our partners at Reasons to be Cheerful explore challenges and collaborative, forward-thinking solutions transforming the Mississippi River Basin today.
Building expertise through collaboration
Reporter Delaney Dryfoos reflects on her experiences with the Desk as new opportunities arrive
Tariffs, dead zones and forecasting cuts
Recent Desk stories from reporters across the Mississippi River Basin
Wildlife of the Mississippi River
An introduction to the many animals that call the mighty river home
The rising cost of earthquake insurance
Desk reporter Harshawn Ratanpal digs into why earthquake insurances costs are up on the New Madrid fault, leading to fewer people with coverage
The politics of disaster recovery
Desk reporters Lucas Dufalla and Phillip Powell share a story about states looking for FEMA help after severe storms
Announcing our photo contest winners!
Our first-ever photo contest focused on wetlands, and we've got some winning images to share.
Dam lucky: How to catch a beaver (on camera)
It’s not easy to document beavers in the wild. Could Wisconsin Watch succeed?