Macroscopic phenomena governed by microscopic physics
Researchers have observed a magnetic reconnection driven by electron dynamics in laser-produced plasmas. Magnetic reconnections are often observed in the magnetic flux on the...
Salt-evolved zooplankton grow too slowly to block salt-induced algal blooms
Small animals at the base of the freshwater food chain can rapidly adapt to salt pollution -- from sources like winter road deicing, agriculture,...
Billions of nanoplastics accumulate in marine organisms within six hours
A ground-breaking study has shown it takes a matter of hours for billions of minute plastic nanoparticles to become embedded throughout the major organs...
Saltier waterways are creating dangerous ‘chemical cocktails’
New research suggests that saltier, more alkaline freshwater can release toxic metals and harmful nitrogen-containing compounds from streambeds and soils in drainage basins. The...
Scientists call for eight steps to increase soil carbon for climate action and food...
Leading scientists call for action to increase global soil carbon, in advance of the annual climate summit of the United Nations Framework Convention on...
Why a curious crustacean could hold secret to making renewable energy from wood
Scientists studying gribble -- a curious wood-eating crustacean -- have discovered how they are able to digest wood despite being the only known animal...
Snowpack declines may stunt tree growth and forests’ ability to store carbon emissions
Researchers conducting a 5-year-long study examining snow cover in a northern hardwood forest region found that projected changes in climate could lead to a...
New approach to assess sustainability of reef fish
A new study helping to improve how sustainability is measured for popular reef fish could help better assess the eco-friendly seafood options at the...
Greenhouse gas ‘detergent’ recycles itself in atmosphere
A simple molecule in the atmosphere that acts as a 'detergent' to breakdown methane and other greenhouse gases has been found to recycle itself...
Scientists reveal substantial water loss in global landlocked regions
A new study reveals that water storage declines in global landlocked basins has aggravated local water stress and caused potential sea level rise.
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