Moving to the South Pole
Moving to the South PoleMoving to the South Pole, Published online: 21 January 2019; doi:10.1038/s41558-019-0396-xIn the Southern Ocean, climate-driven contraction of Antarctic krill from...
Global patterns and dynamics of climate–groundwater interactions
Global patterns and dynamics of climate–groundwater interactionsGlobal patterns and dynamics of climate–groundwater interactions, Published online: 21 January 2019; doi:10.1038/s41558-018-0386-4Groundwater model results and hydrologic data...
New class of solar cells, using lead-free perovskite materials
A recent study has presented a new class of solar cells, using lead-free perovskite materials.
Local drivers of amplified Arctic warming
An international team of researchers has unveiled local drivers of amplified arctic warming.
Using bacteria to create a water filter that kills bacteria
Engineers have created a bacteria-filtering membrane using graphene oxide and bacterial nanocellulose. It's highly efficient, long-lasting and environmentally friendly -- and could provide clean...
Green turtle: The success of the reintroduction program in Cayman Islands
The reintroduction program for the green turtle in the Cayman Islands has been crucial in order to recover this species, which are threatened by...
Mangrove patches deserve greater recognition no matter the size
Governments must provide stronger protection for crucial small mangrove patches, experts say.
New ways to harness wasted methane
The primary component of natural gas, methane, is itself a potent greenhouse gas. A recent study has unveiled a high performance catalyst for methane...
Mediterranean freshwater fish species susceptible to climate change
Climate change will strongly affect many European freshwater fish species. This is particularly the case for species in the Mediterranean region.
Why do Hydra end up with just a single head?
Hydra is able to regenerate any part of its body to rebuild an entire individual. The head organizer performs two opposite activities, one activating,...
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