Firefly tourism takes flight, sparking wonder and concern
About 1 million tourists a year seek out the energetic displays of light made by fireflies in habitats across the globe. The authors warn...
Ancient group once considered nomadic stayed local
As far back as the Greek historian Herodotus, a group of people called the Scythians were considered highly mobile warrior nomads.
Fishers at risk in ‘perfect storm’
Stormier weather will increasingly force fishers to choose between their safety and income, researchers say.
Researchers solve more of the mystery of Laos megalithic jars
Sediment samples and Optically Stimulated Luminescence help determine age of jars of one of South East Asia's most important archaeological sites.
New research could boost a solar-powered fuel made by splitting water
New research demonstrates that modifying the topmost layer of atoms on the surface of electrodes can significantly boost their performance, a step toward fabricating...
No projected global drylands expansion under greenhouse warming
Nature Climate Change, Published online: 11 March 2021; doi:10.1038/s41558-021-01007-8Model projections of future drylands distribution using a proxy based on atmospheric aridity show expansion under...
Catching energy-exploration caused earthquakes before they happen
Geoscientists used 3D-printed rocks and an advanced, large-scale computer model of past earthquakes to understand and prevent earthquakes triggered by energy exploration.
Scientists discover attacking fungi that show promise against emerald ash borer
New research shows a possible path forward in controlling the emerald ash borer - which since its introduction has become the most devastating invasive...
Forget the fly swatter: Biologists map genes to fight stable flies
Researchers hope to use an agricultural pest's genetic code against it to prevent billions of dollars in annual farm losses in the United States.
‘Lost’ ocean nanoplastic might be getting trapped on coasts
As plastic debris weathers in aquatic environments, it can shed tiny nanoplastics. Although scientists have a good understanding of how these particles form, they...
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