Wildfire aerosols remain longer in atmosphere than expected
Light-absorbing brown carbon aerosols, emitted by wildfires, remain longer in the atmosphere than expected, which could have implications for climate predictions.
Weathering rates for mined lands exponentially higher than unmined sites
A new study found a dramatic increase in the chemical weathering rates of mined landscapes, which are melting away bedrock up to 45 times...
Light pollution makes fish more courageous
Artificial light at night also makes guppies more courageous during the day, according to a new behavioral study.
First evidence that soot from polluted air is reaching placenta
Evidence of tiny particles of carbon, typically created by burning fossil fuels, has been found in placentas for the first time, in new research.
Air purifiers may benefit fetal growth
A new study reveals fetal growth may improve if pregnant women use portable air purifiers inside their homes.
Evaluating the contribution of black carbon to climate change
Scientists have developed an improved model to accurately assess the effect of black carbon on Earth's atmosphere.
Analyzing roadside dust to identify potential health concerns
Findings from studies of traffic-related abrasion particles point to tires, brake pads, and road materials as significant sources of environmental pollution with potential health...
Drought increases CO2 concentration in the air
Researchers have shown that during drier years the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere rises faster because stressed ecosystems absorb less carbon. This...
Air pollution can put a dent in solar power
Air pollution, especially in urban areas, can significantly reduce the power output from solar panels, and needs to be considered when design solar installations...
Many Arctic pollutants decrease after market removal and regulation
Levels of some persistent organic pollutants (POPs) regulated by the Stockholm Convention are decreasing in the Arctic, according to an international team of researchers...