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From living ecosystems to human health and new monitoring tech — the New River anchors App State inquiry and contemplation

Sep 15, 2026

BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian State University research starts high in our watershed and flows down to mountain communities and beyond, informing policy, practice, and a greater understanding of interconnection. The New River is a learning laboratory for student-engaged inquiry linking researchers across disciplines.