Aspen is making a comeback in and around Yellowstone National Park, because of predators

The reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park is tied to the recovery of aspen in areas around the park.

Guiding flight: The fruit fly’s celestial compass

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Catalyst advance could lead to economical fuel cells

Researchers have developed a new way to make low-cost, single-atom catalysts for fuel cells -- an advance that could make important clean energy technology...

Mapping trees can help count endangered lemurs

Putting a figure on the number of endangered lemurs left in the wild isn't easy, but researchers say one clue might help: the plants...

Introducing high-performance non-fullerene organic solar cells

An team of researchers has introduced a novel method that can solve issues associated with the thickness of the photoactive layers in OSCs.

Artificial intelligence guides rapid data-driven exploration of underwater habitats

Researchers aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute's research vessel Falkor used autonomous underwater robots, along with the Institute's remotely operated vehicle (ROV) SuBastian, to acquire 1.3...

The hidden life of rock gnome lichen

A new study is helping to shed light on the genetic diversity and reproductive process of rock gnome lichen, one of only two varieties...

Deadline for climate action: Act strongly before 2035 to keep warming below 2°C

If governments don't act decisively by 2035 to fight climate change, humanity could cross a point of no return after which limiting global warming...

Climate change increasing the prevalence of harmful parasite, warn scientists

A rise in a parasite called liver fluke, which can significantly impact livestock production in farms in the UK and across the world, could...

Engineered sand zaps storm water pollutants

Engineers have created a new way to remove contaminants from storm water, potentially addressing the needs of water-stressed communities that are searching for ways...

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