Cities around the globe are experiencing increased flooding due to the compounding effects of stronger storms in a warming climate and urban growth.
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Less Severe Forest Fires Can Reduce Intensity of Future Blazes
Not all forest fires have devastating effects.
UCF Researcher Develops Lotus-inspired Tech to Convert CO2 to Fuels, Chemicals
In an effort to reduce the environmental impact of carbon dioxide emissions, a UCF researcher has developed a new technology that captures carbon dioxide and outputs useful fuels and chemicals.
How early-life antibiotics turn immunity into allergy
Researchers have shown how and why the depletion of microbes in a newborn's gut by antibiotics can lead to lifelong respiratory allergies. The research team identified a specific cascade of events that lead to allergies and asthma, opening many new avenues for exploring potential preventions and treatments.
Researchers develop an instant version of trendy, golden turmeric milk
If you've visited a trendy cafe in the past few years, you might have noticed 'golden' turmeric milk on the menu. This fancy drink is caffeine-free, coffee-free and can even be vegan. And now, researchers have developed an efficient method to make a powdered, plant-based, instant version that maintains the...
Peering into the mind of artificial intelligence to make better antibiotics
Artificial intelligence (AI) has exploded in popularity as of late. But just like a human, it's hard to read an AI model's mind. Explainable AI (XAI) could help us do just that by providing justification for a model's decisions. And now, researchers are using XAI to scrutinize predictive AI models...
Action plan to help patients with lung disease cope with wildfire smoke
A multidisciplinary team has developed an action plan to help patients with respiratory diseases mitigate the consequences of poor air quality from wildfires.
Chilcotin River’s Landslide Lake Begins Draining
The threat of flash flooding on the Chilcotin River in British Columbia has subsided following a large landslide on July 30, 2024, that dammed the river.
Mission to Map the Elevation of Earth
Kevin Kregel had his lucky fishing hat firmly in place, complete with an array of fishing tackle above the floppy brim and a chinstrap cinched up tight.
Solar Energy Breakthrough Could Reduce Need for Solar Farms
Their new light-absorbing material is, for the first time, thin and flexible enough to apply to the surface of almost any building or common object.