Model of multicellular evolution overturns classic theory
Cells can evolve specialized functions under a much broader range of conditions than previously thought, according to a study.
Model of multicellular evolution overturns classic theory
Cells can evolve specialized functions under a much broader range of conditions than previously thought, according to a study.
Dolphins ride out dietary ups and downs
More evidence has emerged to support stricter coastal management, this time focusing on pollution and overfishing in the picturesque tourist waters off Auckland in...
Buffalo fly faces Dengue nemesis
Australian beef cattle researchers trial the use of insect-infecting bacterium Wolbachia to tackle buffalo fly, a major blood-sucking pest that costs the industry $100...
From nitrate crisis to phosphate crisis?
The aim of the EU Nitrates Directive is to reduce nitrates leaking into the environment and to prevent pollution of water supplies. The widely...
The craters on Earth
A two-volume atlas presents and explains the impact sites of meteorites and asteroids worldwide.
Students develop tool to predict the carbon footprint of algorithms
Within the scientific community, it is estimated that artificial intelligence -- otherwise meant to serve as a means to effectively combat climate change --...
Increasing the efficiency of organic solar cells
Organic solar cells are cheaper to produce and more flexible than their counterparts made of crystalline silicon, but do not offer the same level...
New protein nanobioreactor designed to improve sustainable bioenergy production
Researchers have unlocked new possibilities for the future development of sustainable, clean bioenergy. The study shows how bacterial protein 'cages' can be reprogrammed as...
‘Transparent solar cells’ can take us towards a new era of personalized energy
Solar power has shown immense potential as a futuristic, 'clean' source of energy. No wonder environmentalists worldwide have been looking for ways to advance...
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