ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Metal Toxicity in Humans: Scientists Discover Link Between Metal Production and Exposure to Lead Which Are Usually Present in Electronic Devices

TECH & INNOVATION 08.17.2021 21:05 PM

A new study revealed showed how lead exposure resulted in metal toxicity in humans. Scientists also warned about the use of electronic gadgets that can lead to certain health problems.

Different Kind of Anger Management: Angry Bees Found To Create Richer Venom Good for Medicinal Use

08.17.2021 08:16 AM

A new study examines the effect of various behavioral and ecological factors on honey bee venom, the material that makes bee stings painful yet known for various medicinal uses.

Birth and Baptism of Fire: Fukutoku-Okanoba Volcano Births a New Pacific Island

08.17.2021 06:43 AM

The Fukutoku-Okanoba, a huge volcano submerged under the ocean, has recently exploded; its discharge of dust and magma created a new island in the process.

The Face of Destruction From Space: Satellite Captures Aftermath of Devastating Haiti Earthquake

08.17.2021 04:56 AM

The 2021 Haiti Earthquake resulted in a devastating impact on the country and its citizens. The aftermath of the earthquake was captured from space.

Comparisons of Multiple Strains of Cacao Trees Provide Insights on Genomic Structural Variants Responsible for Plant Diversity

08.17.2021 00:10 AM

Molecular geneticists have painstakingly compared the genomes of multiple strains of cacao to study its genomic structural variants, which give rise to the differences within populations of the plant.

Turtles Can Live From the Victorian Era up to Present; Reason Behind the Longevity of Turtles Explained

08.16.2021 09:50 AM

A new report enumerated different factors and key biological secrets that enable turtles to live for many years.

Park for Stargazing: International Dark-Sky Association Declares Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park as World's First Dark Sky Park

08.16.2021 07:50 AM

Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park has met all the requirements set by the International Dark-Sky Association to become a dark sky-friendly location to view stars. It is now certified as the world's first International Dark Sky Park.

Scorching Climate Crisis: NOAA Reports July 2021 as Hottest Month in 142 Years

08.16.2021 07:10 AM

In its 142 years of keeping temperature records, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has officially reported July 2021 as the hottest month ever recorded.

Famine Prevention: Infection-Causing Enzyme in Plants as Potential Pathogen Treatment Against Plant Diseases

08.16.2021 05:50 AM

Keeping plants protected is an effective way to avoid famine. So, scientists from the University of York discovered the process of disabling the unusual enzyme that causes the infection of plants into an effective treatment against plant diseases.

Volcanoes Simultaneously Erupting in Alaska; Report Says 3 Unusual Natural Volcanic Occurrences Have Been Recorded Since 7 Years Ago

08.16.2021 05:30 AM

Simultaneous eruptions of three volcanoes in the Alaskan chain of Aleutian island have recently been reported. Two others are also reported to be echoing with unrest.

Saving Coastline Fortresses: Probiotics Boost Coral Health; Bacteria Prevent Mortality From Heat Stress

08.16.2021 03:40 AM

As coral reefs worldwide suffer from bleaching and mortality due to heat stress, a new study found that probiotics could give corals better health and prevent them from dying.

Global Warming Causes the Planet To Warm Even More; MIT Researchers Show Extreme Climate Change in Ancient History of Earth

08.16.2021 01:20 AM

MIR researchers showed in their research how global warming may have caused the Earth to warm even more. In their study, the scientists showed extreme climate change over the last 66 million years.

Rapid Evolution Like Flying Insects Losing Wings May Have Been Caused by Deforestation

08.15.2021 02:30 AM

A new study showed that seemingly, human-caused deforestation may have led to the rapid insect evolution. It has deprived insects in particular, of their ability to fly.

Magnitude 7.2 Earthquake Jolts Haiti; Here's Why This Caribbean Country Is Prone to Disasters

08.14.2021 22:30 PM

More than 300 people died after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck southwest Haiti. More than 300 people died and hundreds more have gone missing in Haiti, which was struck by a 7.

Bottlenose Dolphins Burn Fat Slower as They Age; Possible Key To Understand Human Metabolism

08.13.2021 22:23 PM

Humans have a slower metabolism as they get older. Now, a new study reveals that bottlenose dolphins also burn calories at a slower rate as they age despite doing the same physical activities and not eating too much.

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