Urban birds show greater flexibility to habitat change than previously believedScience
Urban birds show greater flexibility to habitat change than previously believed
A new study from the University of Vermont (UVM) offers a fresh perspective on urban bird populations, revealing that certain species may adapt more flexibly…
Adrian AlexandreNovember 7, 2024
Full articleStorms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study revealsScience
Storms challenge albatrosses’ feasting flights, study reveals
New research shines a spotlight on the unforeseen challenges facing one of the world’s most iconic seabirds, the albatross, during extreme ocean storms. Known for…
Adrian AlexandreNovember 6, 2024
Full articleHow many trees does it take to cool a city?Science
How many trees does it take to cool a city?
Millbrook, NY | Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Cities around the globe are increasingly experiencing dangerous heat as urban concrete and asphalt amplify rising temperatures.…
SourceNovember 5, 2024
Full articleMathematical model illuminates how environment impacts life choices of salmonScience
Mathematical model illuminates how environment impacts life choices of salmon
Tokyo Metropolitan University – Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have created a mathematical model that models how the evolutionary strategies of organisms are affected by…
SourceNovember 4, 2024
Full articleAgrochemicals and rising temperatures found to intensify insect population declineScience
Agrochemicals and rising temperatures found to intensify insect population decline
Scientists have long been concerned about the global decline in insect populations. While factors like habitat loss and climate change have often been cited, new…
Adrian AlexandreOctober 25, 2024
Full articleArctic industrial activities expanding at alarming rateScience
Arctic industrial activities expanding at alarming rate
A recent study has revealed a significant rise in industrial activities across the Arctic, with more than 800,000 square kilometers of land impacted by human…
Adrian AlexandreOctober 22, 2024
Full articleAncient resilience: european forest trees retain genetic diversity despite climate shiftsScience
Ancient resilience: european forest trees retain genetic diversity despite climate shifts
Seven common European forest tree species have managed to maintain significant genetic diversity over millions of years, even as they weathered drastic environmental changes during…
Adrian AlexandreOctober 14, 2024
Full articleUsing economic strategy to save Puerto Rico’s endangered coquí frogScience
Using economic strategy to save Puerto Rico’s endangered coquí frog
A new study explores a novel approach to conservation, highlighting how modern portfolio theory - a tool commonly used in financial markets - can be…
Adrian AlexandreOctober 7, 2024
Full articleCentury-old barley experiment unlocks genetic secrets for climate-resilient cropsNewsScience
Century-old barley experiment unlocks genetic secrets for climate-resilient crops
A century-old experiment, initiated before the Great Depression, has led scientists to uncover the genetic keys behind barley's remarkable adaptability. This discovery could safeguard barley,…
Adrian AlexandreSeptember 11, 2024
Full articlePlants defy odds, thriving in some of the world’s harshest climatesScience
Plants defy odds, thriving in some of the world’s harshest climates
Study sheds new light on the capacity of plants to respond to climate change. By Katie Spenceley | University of Sydney The study is an…
SourceAugust 9, 2024
Full articleRainfall patterns have become more erratic over the past century: Solid evidence of human impactClimateScience
Rainfall patterns have become more erratic over the past century: Solid evidence of human impact
Rainfall fluctuates more vigorously. Why? Scientists say it's because of us. By Institute of Atmospheric Physics | Chinese Academy of Sciences Many people around the…
SourceJuly 26, 2024
Full articleResearch will establish best ‘managed retreat’ practices for communities faced with climate change disasterClimate
Research will establish best ‘managed retreat’ practices for communities faced with climate change disaster
By University of Kansas Around the globe, communities at risk from repeated flooding due to climate change face stark decisions. Some communities in peril of…
SourceJuly 19, 2024
Full articleAlthough tiny, peatland microorganisms have a big impact on climateClimateScience
Although tiny, peatland microorganisms have a big impact on climate
By DOE/US Department of Energy The Science Polyphenols are a diverse group of organic compounds produced by plants. These compounds are often toxic to microorganisms.…
SourceJuly 18, 2024
Full articleStudy examines urban forests across the United StatesScience
Study examines urban forests across the United States
Researchers find trees in parks are more drought-tolerant than species near homes. By Dartmouth College In recent years, tree-planting campaigns have been underway in the…
SourceJuly 13, 2024
Full articleUnprecedented warming threatens earth’s lakes and their ecosystemsClimateScience
Unprecedented warming threatens earth’s lakes and their ecosystems
By Institute for Basic Science Lakes, with their rich biodiversity and important ecological services, face a concerning trend: rapidly increasing temperatures. A recent study published…
SourceJuly 12, 2024
Full articleScientists release new research on planted mangroves’ ability to store carbonScience
Scientists release new research on planted mangroves’ ability to store carbon
By USDA Forest Service - Pacific Southwest Research Station Mangrove nurseries in Maputo, Mozambique, managed by the local community with technical support from the U.S. Forest…
SourceJuly 11, 2024
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