Scientists have discovered fossil evidence of an endangered, living tropical tree species. The unprecedented find was made in Brunei, a country on the large island of Borneo, and reveals a critical piece of the ancient history of Asia's rainforests, highlighting the urgent need for conservation in the region, according to...
Urine, not water for efficient production of green hydrogen
Researchers have developed two unique energy-efficient and cost-effective systems that use urea found in urine and wastewater to generate hydrogen. The unique systems reveal new pathways to economically generate 'green' hydrogen, a sustainable and renewable energy source, and the potential to remediate nitrogenous waste in aquatic environments.
Sulfur runoff amplifies mercury concentrations in Florida Everglades
Sulfur from sugarcane crops is flowing into wetlands in the Florida Everglades, creating toxic methylmercury, which accumulates in fish, a new study finds.
Red alert for our closest relatives
New report shows drastic decline in endangered primates and calls for conservation measures.
Study of Türkiye gold mine landslide highlights need for future monitoring
A new analysis of a fatal landslide that occurred on 13 February 2024 at the pler Gold Mine in Turkiye reveals that the site of the landslide had been slowly moving for at least four years prior to the failure.
Eating ultra-processed foods may harm your health
Consumption of ultra-processed foods, such as sugar-sweetened beverages, potato chips and packaged cookies, may be associated with adverse health outcomes. Study finds each additional 100 grams/day consumption of ultra-processed foods increased risk of hypertension, cardiovascular events, cancer and more.
Satellites observe glacier committing ‘ice piracy’
A glacier in Antarctica is committing 'ice piracy' -- stealing ice from a neighbor -- in a phenomenon that has never been observed in such a short time frame, say scientists.
Waxing and waning prairie: New study unravels causes of ancient climate changes
A long period of drought in North America has been recognized by scientists for decades. A new study links the severe climate to a change in Earth's orbit.
Warming climate making fine particulate matter from wildfires more deadly and expensive
Scientists say human-caused climate change led to 15,000 additional early deaths from wildfire air pollution in the continental United States during the 15-year period ending in 2020.
Biologists create a one-stop shop for world’s most charismatic plants, ferns
Biologists have create a web portal for the world's most charismatic plants, ferns.