ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Researchers Around the World Share Atmospheric Changes During the Pandemic

CHEMISTRY 10.01.2020 08:10 AM

Atmospheric scientists worldwide share how nitrogen and carbon gas emissions have significantly decreased during the pandemic weeks after lockdown measures. Results show the impact of traffic-related pollution, which researchers would typically study over several years.

New Study Offers Insight on Urban Grime and Its Effects on Chemical Reactions

10.01.2020 07:50 AM

Urban grime, the collective term for pollutants blanketing most city surfaces, are substances that affect chemical reactions, according to a new study.

Five African Greys Isolated After Swearing at Visitors

09.30.2020 09:20 AM

African grey parrots are among the most advanced species in learning human vocalization. Five parrots who were in isolation together during quarantine learned how to swear, and were caught swearing at visitors.

300 Million People Who Live Near Low-Lying River Deltas More Prone to Flooding

09.30.2020 09:10 AM

According to researchers, more than 300 million people who live in low-lying river deltas mostly found in less developed nations are exposed to more flooding from global warming.

Tire Pollution May Be a Significant Plastic Pollutant in Oceans, Researchers Reveal

09.30.2020 09:00 AM

As microplastic pollution becomes a growing problem, fibers have been identified as a major pollutant. Recently, researchers have identified another potential major pollutant: tires.

Thousands of Threatened Wildlife Species Are Traded Online

09.30.2020 08:40 AM

Online wildlife trading is a key factor in the loss of biodiversity. A study reveals thousands of exotic species traded online, including 4,000 reptile species.

Mutations That Affect Aging May Be More Common Than Previously Thought

09.30.2020 08:20 AM

A study conducted on fruit flies reveals that there might be more mutations that affect aging than scientists previously thought.

Cluster Anemones in Mediterranean Sea May Belong to Two Species

09.30.2020 08:10 AM

Cluster anemones are one of the first species visible when diving into the Mediterranean Sea. A recent study found that they could belong to two different species.

The Neural Cruelty of Captivity: Keeping Large Mammals in Zoos and Aquariums Damages Their Brains

09.29.2020 12:40 PM

It is easy to observe the overall health and psychological consequences of life in captivity for these animals. Many captive elephants suffer from arthritis, obesity, or skin problems. Both elephants and orcas often have severe dental problems. Captive orcas are plagued by pneumonia, kidney disease, gastrointestinal illnesses, and infections.

Researchers Date the Historic Ilopango Eruption That Destroyed Part of the Maya Civilization

09.29.2020 09:38 AM

An international research team has established the precise date of a major volcanic eruption that laid waste to the Maya civilization some 1590 years ago.

Common Insecticide Imidacloprid Harms Beneficial Insects

09.29.2020 09:00 AM

How the insecticide imidacloprid affects the common fruit fly brings concern over beneficial insects such as honeybees. Low doses of the insecticide have a significant impact on the fly's neurological functions.

A New Study Traces Development of Gill Covers in Fishes

09.29.2020 08:40 AM

Researchers have reportedly identified a genome change that led to the evolution of gill covers more than 430 million years ago.

Flowers Adapt to Climate Change by Changing in Color

09.29.2020 08:20 AM

Flowers have UV pigment that is not visible to the human eye but attracts pollinators and serves as their natural sunscreen.

Unique Enzyme Combination Could Reduce Global Plastic Waste

09.29.2020 08:00 AM

Plastic-consuming organisms have been discovered years ago, yet aren't enough to efficiently rid of global plastic pollution. In a recent study, scientists combined two plastic-consuming enzymes that eat plastic up to three times faster than their natural counterparts.

Researchers Turn to AI to Protect Orchids and Other Threatened Species

09.29.2020 07:50 AM

Researchers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) in speeding up conservation efforts for orchids and other species, automating the assessment process.

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