To understand ecology, follow the connections

New research argues that it's not enough for ecological modelling to focus on the landscape. If we want the best-possible ecological management, we should...

Bacterial survival kit to endure in soil

Soil bacteria have amazing strategies to attain energy in order to withstand stressful times. Researchers investigated how acidobacteria, which are widespread in soils, can...

The evolution of vinegar flies is based on the variation of male sex pheromones

By analyzing the genomes of 99 species of vinegar flies and evaluating their chemical odor profiles and sexual behaviors, researchers show that sex pheromones...

Study finds genes role in immune response of Florida corals to rapidly spreading disease

A new study has documented what coral genes are doing in response to a disease that is rapidly killing corals throughout Florida and the...

Gulf Coast ready to develop carbon storage hub

The stage is set for a new carbon storage economy to emerge along the Gulf Coast, according to a new study, with the region...

Next-generation sequencing uncovers what’s stressing bumblebees

Scientists used next-generation sequencing to look inside bumblebees for evidence of pesticide exposure, including neonicotinoids, as well as pathogens, and found both. Using a...

Vertical greenery can act as a stress buffer

Vertical greenery 'planted' on the exterior of buildings may help to buffer people against stress, a new study has found.

Light pollution has complex effects on animal vision

Changes in the color and intensity of light pollution over the past few decades result in complex and unpredictable effects on animal vision, new...

Long-term urban emissions data show a decrease in high-income countries

A new study shows how urbanization has influenced anthropogenic CO2 and air pollutant emissions across all world regions. The results show that by 2015...

Constructed wetlands are best protection for agricultural runoff into waterways

Researchers found constructed wetlands are the most effective means to improve water quality, especially if the size and location are evaluated at the scale...

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