On August 3, 2022, a new volcanic eruption began in the Fagradalsfjall fissure zone on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula.
Scientists Develop New Method to Assess Ozone Layer Recovery
Published in the journal Nature, their method - the Integrated Ozone Depletion (IOD) metric - provides a useful tool for policymakers and scientists.
Lake Powell Still Shrinking
The second-largest reservoir in the United States now stands at its lowest level since it was filled in the mid-1960s. The view from above is sobering.
Dogs with more active owners may get more exercise
A new, international study suggests that dog owners who spend more time exercising themselves tend to exercise their dogs more, and more active owners are also more likely to perceive their dog's body weight as being ideal.
Sawfish fossils suggest teeth likely evolved from body scales in ancient fish
Scientists have long debated the origins of teeth. Did they evolve from body scales that migrated into the mouths of ancient vertebrates and became adapted for eating -- an idea known as the 'outside-in' hypothesis? Or did they evolve independent of scales, originating deep within the oral cavity and ultimately...
Fossils of giant sea lizard that ruled the oceans 66 million years ago discovered
Fossils of a giant killer mosasaur have been discovered, along with the fossilized remains of its prey.
How UK’s Record Heatwave Affected Air Pollution
Record hot temperatures are causing significant changes to levels of harmful pollution in our air, according to new data from last month’s heatwave.
Digging Through Patents to Make Mining Greener
As the world confronts the ongoing climate crisis, moving to greener technology has become a requirement in every facet of our lives.
Researchers Use AI to Define Priority Areas for Action to Combat Deforestation in the Amazon
Using a method based on satellite images and artificial intelligence, Brazilian researchers have shown that the priority area for actions to combat illegal deforestation could comprise 27.8% less territory than the 11 municipalities monitored by the federal government under the current strategy, known as the Amazon Plan 2021/2022.
Completing the micronutrient picture for plant-based milk alternatives
Plant-based milk alternatives are an attractive option for people with allergies or intolerances, or who prefer a dairy-free diet. However, because some essential minerals are required to be on the Nutrition Facts label only under certain circumstances, consumers might not know if they are meeting their dietary needs. Now, researchers...