A study indicates that early sexual maturation and high aerobic performance in salmon have a genetic link that is already evident in juvenile salmon.
New species of ‘incredibly rare’ insect discovered
A scientist has discovered a new species that belongs to a group of insects so rare that its closest relative was last seen in 1969. The new species of leafhopper was discovered during field work in the rainforest of western Uganda.
Rise of termite clone queendoms offers clue to curb invasions
The scientists who discovered all-female termite colonies have now ascertained how they came to exist. In doing so, they revealed how these powerful females potentially threaten other termites, as well as homeowners.
Coral skeleton formation rate determines resilience to acidifying oceans
A new study has implications for predicting coral reef survival and developing mitigation strategies against having their bony skeletons weakened by ocean acidification.
Researchers find tradeoff between water quality and emissions on the farm
With water quality guidelines compelling more farmers to act on nitrogen loss, cover crops and split nitrogen applications are becoming more common in the Midwest. But new research shows these conservation practices may not provide environmental benefits across the board.
Look who’s talking now: The fishes!
A new study finds that fish are far more likely to communicate with sound than generally thought.
Bee appearance and behavior may be related, genetic study reveals
The findings will be used to help researchers determine how traits, characteristics and color impact behavior.
‘Heartburn’ helps bacteria to survive antibiotic treatment
Even at high concentrations, antibiotics won't kill all bacteria. There are always a few survivors, even in a bacterial population that is genetically identical. Scientists have discovered that these survivors share a common feature: they accumulate acid in their cells.
Climate change and land use data to predict watershed impact
Researchers studied the Chesapeake Bay watershed to evaluate the combined effects of changes to climate and land use on runoff and pollutants in a rapidly developing watershed that is a tributary to the bay.
Stackable artificial leaf uses less power than lightbulb to capture 100 times more carbon than other systems
Engineers built a cost-effective artificial leaf that can capture carbon dioxide at rates 100 times better than current systems. Unlike other carbon capture systems, which work in labs with pure carbon dioxide from pressurized tanks, this artificial leaf captures carbon dioxide from the air or flue gas and is modular.