Study reveals honey bee nest structure is surprisingly adaptive, resilient

Researchers from the Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University have discovered that honey bee colonies have surprising abilities to adapt and maintain their nest structure, even in the face of severe disruptions.

Contrary to previous assumptions, the researchers found that the disruption of three-dimensional nest structure while colonies were building their nests did not hinder colony performance. The findings shed new light on the adaptive nature of honey bee colonies and how nest structure contributes to colony function.

Auburn University’s Department of Physics celebrates a remarkable century

Auburn University’s Department of Physics celebrated 100 years with students, faculty, staff and many faces from the past.

“Our future is incredibly bright with the outstanding students and postdoctoral researchers in our department,” said Allen Landers, professor and chair of the department. “Fred Allison came this to this university 100 years ago and tonight we are here to celebrate a century of the amazing journey of this department.”

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