Solar power advances possible with new ‘double-glazing’ device
A new 'double-glazing' solar power device -- which is unlike any existing solar panel and opens up fresh opportunities to develop more advanced photovoltaics...
The molecular structure of a forest aroma deconstructed
The fresh, unmistakable scent of a pine forest comes from a medley of chemicals produced by its trees. Researchers have now accurately determined the...
Innovative system images photosynthesis to provide picture of plant health
Researchers have developed a new imaging system that is designed to monitor the health of crops in the field or greenhouse. The new technology...
Tackling China’s severe air pollution problem
More must be done to tackle air pollution in China, according to a leading climate change expert in a new study.
Life under the surface in live broadcast
Researchers have invented new systems to study the life of microorganisms in the ground. Without any digging, the researchers are able use microchips to...
Forests are the key to fresh water
Freshwater resources are critical to both human civilization and natural ecosystems, but researchers have discovered that changes to ground vegetation can have as much...
Exploring a world without food animals
What would happen if U.S. farmers stopped producing animals for food and Americans went vegan? Some have called for a move in that direction...
Cold discomfort: Increasing cancer rates and adaptation of living in extreme environments
Populations living in very low temperatures, like in Denmark and Norway, had among the highest incidences of cancer in the world, a study has...
Dust play significant role fertilizing mountain plants
Researchers found foreign dust likely fertilizes plants in many locations worldwide.
West coast earthquake early warning system continues progress toward public use
A decade after beginning work on an earthquake early warning system, scientists and engineers are fine-tuning a US West Coast prototype that could be...
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