A new, inexpensive catalyst speeds the production of oxygen from water
Researchers have developed a new type of catalyst material, called a metal hydroxide-organic framework (MHOF), which is made of inexpensive and abundant components. The...
Number of wildfires to rise by 50 percent by 2100 and governments are not...
Climate change and land-use change are projected to make wildfires more frequent and intense, with a global increase of extreme fires of up to...
New state-of-the-art technology collects a unique time series from methane seeps in the Arctic
The K-Lander observatory -- where state-of-the-art technology meets science. A new study presents a unique time series collected by the K-Lander from two distinct...
The largest population of a rare, protected orchid found in a military base in...
The neglected Serapias, a rare orchid, has been found in a Corsican military base in very large numbers: more than 155,000 individuals! No comparable...
Machine learning helps to identify climatic thresholds that shape the distribution of natural vegetation
A new study explores large-scale relationships between vegetation and climatic characteristics using machine learning. The findings highlight the importance of climatic extremes in shaping...
Swiss rivers on track to overheat by the end of the century
According to a new study, if we take immediate measures to reduce CO2 emissions, we could limit the rise in the temperature of Swiss...
African ‘hotspot’ for highly infectious diseases
A regional corner of Africa is a hotspot for cases of HIV, tuberculosis and malaria, prompting researchers to call for targeted health support rather...
Hidden weaknesses within volcanoes may cause volcano collapse
Lava domes form at the top of many volcanoes when viscous lava erupts. When they become unstable, they can collapse and cause a hazard....
Discovery of ancient underwater landslide could help Middle Eastern nations realize tsunami hazards
An earth scientist has discovered evidence of an ancient underwater landslide and associated tsunami in the Gulf of Aqaba, a subsidiary of the Red...
How much energy does a dolphin use to swim?
From foraging for prey to evading predators and ship strikes, a dolphin's survival depends on speedy swimming, but burning all that energy can delete...
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Gorillas, rhinos, lions and more will soon become extinct without immediate action
A report by 43 wildlife experts warns that without changes now, many of Earth's most iconic species will be lost forever.
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Named for 'el diablo' himself, a new and extremely rare orchid species reveals a wicked heart.
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Florida man arrested for stealing sea turtle eggs
He's given a whole new meaning to "poached eggs."
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Rare blindcat found in US, could prove water-filled caves connect Texas and Mexico
The extremely rare cave-dwelling albino fish with no eyes, the Mexican blindcat, has previously only been known to exist in Mexico.
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10 magical places saved by endangered species
In our efforts to save animals at risk of extinction, we've saved some extraordinary places as well.
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