A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Marine Science, has uncovered evidence of far-reaching ecosystem consequences following the disappearance of Great white sharks (Carcharodon carcharias) from False Bay, South Africa.
New Water Microcleaners Self-Disperse, Capture Microplastics and Float Up for Removal
In a new paper, researchers at North Carolina State University show proof of concept for a system that, in a single cycle, actively removes microplastics from water.
Outbreak of Fire Across South Korea
Dozens of wildland fires broke out as dry winds swept across South Korea in March 2025.
New Study Calls for Uplisting Emperor Penguins to Threatened on IUCN Red List
Scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), in collaboration with international partners, have developed a novel approach to addressing uncertainties in ecological and environmental projections, providing a more robust assessment of extinction risk for emperor penguins.
NASA Takes to the Air to Study Wildflowers
For many plant species, flowering is biologically synced with the seasons. Scientists are clocking blooms to understand our ever-changing planet.
Snapshot of Antarctica’s Past Helps Predict Future Climate
In the first study to consider the long-term evolution of the rivers that flow beneath glaciers, researchers have new insights into the future of Antarctica’s melting ice that may change the way climate scientists predict the effects of a warming planet.
Tree Diversity Helps Reduce Heat Peaks in Forests
A forest with high tree-species diversity is better at buffering heat peaks in summer and cold peaks in winter than a forest with fewer tree species.
Exploring the Future of Frozen Water
As the world focuses on glacier preservation this UN World Water Day, researchers at the University of Waterloo are exploring the glaciers of the Yukon’s St. Elias Mountains.
Coastal Guardians Pioneer Method to Protect Florida Keys’ Shorelines
By 2050, sea levels along the United States coast are expected to rise by 0.25 to 0.30 meters, increasing flooding in low-lying areas.
Viruses Identified in Red Tide Blooms for the First Time
A new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida shines light on the environmental drivers of red tide blooms.