Urban planning policy contributes to political polarization
Urban planning decisions from decades past are likely a contributing factor to the rise of right-wing populism, a new study has found.
It’s not trails that disturb forest birds, but the people on them
The physical presence of trails has less impact on forest birds than how frequently the trails are used by people, finds the first study...
Farmer adjustments can offset climate change impacts in corn production
New research looks closely at the future of maize crop yields with the effects of climate change.
Plastic microfibers found for first time in wild animals’ stool, from S. A. fur...
For the first time, plastic microfibers have been discovered in wild animals' stool, from South American fur seals. The findings were made by scientists...
Improving city parks may be one path to help make residents more active
Researchers found that small improvements to a city's ParkScore -- an evaluation of a city's park system -- could lead to more physical exercise...
Making wind farms more efficient
With energy demands rising, researchers have completed an algorithm -- or approach -- to design more efficient wind farms, helping to generate more revenue...
Pollution in cities damaging insects and ecosystems
High levels of pollution found in many of the world's major cities are having negative effects on plants and insects, according to new research.
Leading researchers call for a ban on widely used insecticides
Public health experts have found there is sufficient evidence that prenatal exposure to widely used insecticides known as organophosphates puts children at risk for...
Mangroves can help countries mitigate their carbon emissions
Geographers have found that coastal vegetation such as mangroves, seagrasses, and salt marshes may be the most effective habitats to mitigate carbon emissions.
Beaches at risk due to the increase in atmospheric CO2
Scientists have carried out the first scientific research on the ripple effects linking atmospheric emissions, sea acidification, and coastal erosion. The Mediterranean case study:...
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