Thicker pavement is more cost effective down the road
Pavements, which are vulnerable to increased temperatures and excessive flooding due to sea level rise, can crack and crumble. Climate change can be a...
Tour de France pelotons governed by sight, not aerodynamics
In a recent study, researchers reveal that vision is the main factor in the formation and shape of a peloton.
New way to measure the stability of next-generation magnetic fusion devices
Scientists have discovered an alternative method for measuring the stability of fusion plasma, a critical task for researchers seeking to bring the fusion that...
Mussels are inspiring new technology that could help purify water and clean up oil...
Mussels are notorious maritime stowaways known for damaging the hulls of boats, but these same adhesive properties have widespread engineering applications, scientists say. They...
Cycling success may hold key to free up fifth of agricultural land
Making minor changes to how food is produced, supplied and consumed around the world could free up around a fifth of agricultural land, research...
Awareness of product transformation increases recycling
A plastic bottle becomes a jacket, an aluminum can a bicycle. When consumers are reminded of the products that their recyclables can be turned...
Auroral crackling sounds are related to the electromagnetic resonances of the Earth
A new study shows that the sounds generated at an altitude of 70 to 80 meters are the result of the activation of Schumann...
Heat, salt, drought: This barley can withstand the challenges of climate change
A new line of barley achieves good crop yields even under poor environmental conditions. It has been bred by crossing a common variety of...
The path to China’s ‘ecological civilization’ starts with national parks
President Xi Jinping staked out China's role as a committed player to tackle the climate crisis and build an 'ecological civilization.' Researchers discuss one...
20 overlooked benefits of distributed solar energy
A study released today provides the most complete list yet of the advantages of solar energy -- from carbon sequestration to improvements for pollinator...
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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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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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In our efforts to save animals at risk of extinction, we've saved some extraordinary places as well.
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