EnvironmentA Study Found that Rocky Mountain Snow is Polluted Mountain snowpacks accumulate snow throughout the winter, building up stores of water that will supply communities across the American West throughout the long dry season.…
ChemistryCarbon Capture Technique produces Clean Fuel from the Air A unique carbon capture technology developed by researchers at the University of Surrey could offer a more cost-effective way to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from…
PsychologyWildfire Smoke Exposure is related with Worsened Mental Health Issues Exposure to fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) from wildfire smoke was associated with increased visits to emergency departments (ED) for mental health conditions, according to…
EnvironmentHuman Activity is the Reason why inland Waters are losing Oxygen Rivers, streams, lakes, and reservoirs aren’t just scenic parts of our landscape – they’re also vital engines for life on Earth. These inland waters ‘breathe’…
GeographyFound to be the Oldest impact Crater in the World, this Rewrites Earth’s Ancient Past Curtin University researchers have discovered the world’s oldest known meteorite impact crater, which could significantly redefine our understanding of the origins of life and how…
EnvironmentFor Coral Restoration and Survival Initiatives, Water Quality and Coral Diseases are Crucial Coral diseases, particularly in the Caribbean, have caused major declines in coral populations, especially affecting staghorn (Acropora cervicornis) and Elkhorn (A. palmata) corals, which play a…
AstronomyClimate Change and Big Eruption Timing are linked by Earth’s Orbital Patterns An international team of scientists has synchronized key climate records from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans to unravel the sequence of events during the last…
EnvironmentThe Disastrous Human Influence on Biodiversity Humans are having a highly detrimental impact on biodiversity worldwide. Not only is the number of species declining, but the composition of species communities is…
GeographyEarly Days of Earth’s Creation New research led by a York University professor sheds light on the earliest days of the earth’s formation and potentially calls into question some earlier…
Technology3D Nanotechnology Blankets Provide a New Way to Filter Drinking Water Researchers have developed a new material that, by harnessing the power of sunlight, can clear water of dangerous pollutants. Created through a combination of soft…
AgricultureOver Millions of Years, Global Patterns in Seed Plant Distribution Emerged Why do some plants thrive in specific regions but not in others? A study led by researchers at the University of Göttingen explores the factors…
MedicalRecent Research Connects Chronic Illnesses to Microplastics Tiny fragments of plastic have become ubiquitous in our environment and our bodies. Higher exposure to these microplastics, which can be inadvertently consumed or inhaled,…