New method to create the next fuel-efficient renewable energy developed
The fossil fuel fight goes on for scientists as they develop a new method for creating reversible hydrogen storage based on methanol, with no...
In new paper, scientists explain climate change using before/after photographic evidence
A group of scientists offers photographic proof of climate change using images of retreating glaciers.
Study defines thunderstorm asthma epidemic conditions
Researchers are exploring new ways of predicting thunderstorm asthma outbreaks that may one day provide early warnings for health professionals.
Grand challenges to better prepare for volcanic eruptions
Despite broad understanding of volcanoes, our ability to predict the timing, duration, type, size, and consequences of volcanic eruptions is limited, says a new...
Under-studied boreal habitat key for North America’s ducks
Knowing where migrating birds came from and where they're headed is essential for their conservation and management. A new study tackles this challenge using...
A better life in the outback: Improving living standards in the Australian desert region
People who live in desert regions are perceived as living in hardship and isolation and surviving largely due to subsidies from the 'mainstream' economy....
Nanoparticles remain unpredictable
The way that nanoparticles behave in the environment is extremely complex. There is currently a lack of systematic experimental data to help understand them...
Shale gas threat to forests can be eased by consolidating infrastructure
Fragmentation of ecologically important core forests within the northern Appalachians -- driven by pipeline and access road construction -- is the major threat posed...
Degradable electronic components created from corn starch
As consumers upgrade their gadgets at an increasing pace, the amount of electronic waste we generate continues to mount. To help combat this environmental...
Elevated levels of mercury in women of child bearing age in Pacific Island countries,...
Women of childbearing age living in four Pacific Island countries have elevated levels of mercury in their bodies, a new study reveals.
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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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