Missing knowledge in the global distribution of plant traits could be filled with data from species identification apps.
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Earth’s Warming Hole Not Indication of Abrupt Climate Change Event, Study Finds
A new study from scientists at the University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science suggests that the pattern of temperature change of the world’s oceans may not be an indication of an impending abrupt climate change event as depicted in the movie “The Day After...
Louisiana State University Biologist Applies AI to Build a World Plant Life Cycle Timing Database
The timing of when plants flower, fruit and reach other stages in their life cycle, impacts ecosystems around the planet.
Researchers Call for Action to Stop Exploitation of Antarctic Waters
The critically important Southern Ocean is not being properly protected by its stewards, a distinguished group of scientists from around the globe have noted.
Food Quality Might be Key for Juvenile Sockeye Salmon Growth and Survival
The quality of food sockeye salmon eat along their migration routes is more important to their growth and condition than quantity, a new study has found, highlighting concerns about the effects of climate change on ocean conditions and salmon.
Chimpanzees synchronize their steps just like humans
A new study has revealed that chimpanzees share a human tendency to unintentionally synchronize their steps when walking alongside one another.
Advances in water-splitting catalysts
Engineers have developed a stable water-splitting catalyst for clean hydrogen generation that could replace expensive iridium catalysts.
Secrets of Namibia’s fairy circles demystified: Plants self-organize
Scientists have puzzled over the origin of Namibia's fairy circles for nearly half a century. It boiled down to two main theories: either termites were responsible, or plants were somehow self-organizing. Now, researchers benefiting from two exceptionally good rainfall seasons in the Namib Desert, show that the grasses within the...
Alligators exposed to PFAS show autoimmune effects
A recent study of alligators in the Cape Fear River found the animals had elevated levels of 14 different per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals in their blood serum, as well as clinical and genetic indicators of immune system effects. The work adds to the body of evidence connecting PFAS exposure...
Solar technology breakthrough: Scalable perovskite solar cells
Engineers have succeeded in manufacturing potentially high efficiency, stable, and scalable perovskite solar cells (PSCs).