The current heatwave in the Northeastern United States threatens the comfort and even the safety of millions of people.
How to Cool Communities in the Face of Rising Heat
UBC experts Drs Rachel H. White, Lorien Nesbitt and Sara Barron explain how smarter design and nature-based solutions can keep Canadians cool, safe and healthy.
Sediments Exposed by Glacier Melt Begin Emitting Greenhouse Gases Over Time
A new study conducted by geologists from the University of Florida and the University of Maryland reveals that, as land is exposed by melting glaciers, chemical reactions in the newly uncovered glacial sediments initially suppress greenhouse gas emissions.
Rivers Choose Their Path Based on Erosion — A Discovery That Could Transform Flood Planning and Restoration
Rivers are Earth’s arteries. Water, sediment and nutrients self-organize into diverse, dynamic channels as they journey from the mountains to the sea.
A Nuanced Model of Soil Moisture Illuminates Plant behavior and Climate Patterns
Any home gardener knows they have to tailor their watering regime for different plants.
Thick Electrodes’ Chemistry Matters More Than Structure for Battery Performance
Thicker battery electrodes pack in more active materials, promising higher energy density.
Underestimated Sources of Marine Pollution
A study published in Nature reveals for the first time the extent to which nanoplastic pollutes the North Atlantic.
The Right Mix and Planting Pattern of Trees Enhance Forest Productivity and Services
A new paper published in Nature Communications reveals how the way tree species are arranged in a forest can help optimise ecosystem functioning and productivity.
How Plants Build the Microbiome They Need to Survive in a Tough Environment
New research from Northern Arizona University points to the idea that under some conditions, plants can “curate” their microbiomes—selecting good microbes and suppressing harmful ones—to adapt to their environments.
Trees and Hedges on Farmland Significantly Boost Butterfly Numbers, Study Finds
The study, carried out by the University of Oxford and national charity Butterfly Conservation, funded by The Woodland Trust, comes at a critical time for butterfly species.