Environment

New Bacteria Found in the Deep Sea That Cling to Plastic and Travel the Ocean, According to Research

New Bacteria Found in the Deep Sea That Cling to Plastic and Travel the Ocean, According to Research

Researchers from Newcastle University have discovered novel strains of bacteria that cling to plastic in the deep sea and may even be able to “hitchhike”…
Study Shows that as Life Evolved, the Earth became more Hostile

Study Shows that as Life Evolved, the Earth became more Hostile

Scientists have been doing amazing work in peering back billions of years to figure out what ancient Earth would have looked like, and a new…
Time is Running out to Save East Antarctica from Climate Change

Time is Running out to Save East Antarctica from Climate Change

The worst effects of global warming on the world’s largest ice sheet could be avoided if nations around the world meet the climate targets outlined…
Human-Made Vapors in the Haze Above Hong Kong and the Mainland Cities in China

Human-Made Vapors in the Haze Above Hong Kong and the Mainland Cities in China

With the help of international researchers, Prof. WANG Zhe, Assistant Professor at the Division of Environment and Sustainability at the Hong Kong University of Science…
In 2019, Air Pollution in Massachusetts Resulted in 2,780 Deaths, Illnesses, and IQ Declines in Children

In 2019, Air Pollution in Massachusetts Resulted in 2,780 Deaths, Illnesses, and IQ Declines in Children

According to a recent study by researchers at Boston College’s Global Observatory on Planetary Health, air pollution continues to be a silent killer in Massachusetts,…
Climate Change causes changes in Bird Coloration

Climate Change causes changes in Bird Coloration

Climate change affects birds both directly and indirectly, according to bird research. Bird distributions are closely related to both winter and summer temperatures, and rising…
Computer Modeling aims to inform Coral Reef Restoration and Conservation

Computer Modeling aims to inform Coral Reef Restoration and Conservation

A research team has developed a computer modeling program to assist scientists in predicting the impact of climate change and eventual restoration plans on coral…
A Study discovered that Coarse Sea Spray Deflects Lightning Strikes

A Study discovered that Coarse Sea Spray Deflects Lightning Strikes

Larger, coarse sea spray reduces lightning by up to 90%, whereas smaller aerosols increase lightning. Rainfall is also influenced by particle size. As the world…
The Gulf of Maine is Rapidly Warming, reversing 900 Years of Cooling

The Gulf of Maine is Rapidly Warming, reversing 900 Years of Cooling

According to new research that combines an examination of shells from long-lived ocean quahogs and climate model simulations, rapid 20th century warming in the Gulf…
Propane as a more Sustainable Air Conditioning Solution

Propane as a more Sustainable Air Conditioning Solution

Current severe heatwaves, which are expected to become more severe and frequent in the future, are fueling an increase in the use of air conditioners,…
A Common Kitchen Spice’s Extract May Hold the Key to Greener, More Effective Fuel Cells

A Common Kitchen Spice’s Extract May Hold the Key to Greener, More Effective Fuel Cells

An ingredient from the common spice turmeric may help create safer, more effective fuel cells. Curcumin, a component of turmeric, and gold nanoparticles were combined…
New Study Reveals Trade-offs between Tropical Cyclone Resistance and Resilience

New Study Reveals Trade-offs between Tropical Cyclone Resistance and Resilience

An international study of the effects of 26 tropical cyclones on land reveals trade-offs between ecosystem resistance and resilience. The findings can help managers plan…
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