Large-bodied migratory species such as Atlantic salmon are thriving as warming temperatures opens up new habitats at the poleward edge of their ranges.
Neem Seed Extract Improves Effectiveness of Pesticide
Dr. Mustafa Akbulut and Ph.D. student Yashwanth Arcot are developing a non-toxic pesticide for more sustainable agricultural practices.
Impact Studies Must Include High-Sensitivity Climate Models
High-sensitivity climate models should not be excluded when projecting future regional climate impacts because the level of warming measured globally is not always the only good indicator of regional changes, a new study suggests.
Scientists Urged to Pull the Plug on ‘Bathtub Modeling’ of Flood Risk
Recent decades have seen a rapid surge in damages and disruptions caused by flooding.
Magnesium Electrolyte Sparks Next Generation Battery Design
University of Waterloo researchers have made a key breakthrough in developing next-generation batteries that are made using magnesium instead of lithium.
Europe’s Native Oyster Ecosystems Have ‘Collapsed’
Scientists have revealed that Europe’s native oyster ecosystem has declined to the extent that it has ‘collapsed’, highlighting the importance of ambitious restoration initiatives.
Mangroves Are Losing Their Resilience
Mangrove forests are an iconic feature of the Florida Everglades, their half-submerged roots forming tunnels for kayaking tourists.
Eating High-Processed Foods Impacts Muscle Quality
A diet high in ultra-processed foods is associated with higher amounts of fat stored inside thigh muscles, regardless of the amount of calories consumed or level of physical activity, according to a study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).
A New Catalyst Can Turn Methane Into Something Useful
MIT chemical engineers have devised a way to capture methane, a potent greenhouse gas, and convert it into polymers.
Building Green and Blue Spaces, Such as Parks, in New Communities is Crucial for Cleaner Air
Surrey's Global Centre for Clean Air Research (GCARE), working with 30 co-authors from seven countries, found that parks may be the most effective solution for reducing overall air pollution – cutting air pollution by 22% city-wide.