ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

New Species of Ancient Bird Found in Japan

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 11.16.2019 05:53 AM

The researchers were lucky to find a three-dimensional preserved pigeon-sized bird skeleton which can largely help in understanding the evolution of birds.

New Study Links Groundwater Movement to Climate Change

11.15.2019 07:53 AM

According to Mingsong Li, even the slightest changes can have real effects on the sea level. For instance, if all groundwater flows to the sea, the sea level would rise up to 180 feet.

Cytochrome b6f is the Key in Maximizing Photosynthesis for Greater Yield in Important Crops

11.15.2019 06:38 AM

Creating new models like this helps researchers see that the cytochrome b6f taps into the electrical currents around it to power up protons—much like plugging in a rechargeable battery.

Climate Change Affects East Asian Monsoon

11.15.2019 06:02 AM

In investigating the activities in the Hadley cell, the researchers found out that the Asian monsoon will move towards the equator.

Italy is the First Country to Make Learning About Climate Change Compulsory

11.14.2019 08:47 AM

As the dangers of global warming increases, Italy announced that learning about climate change and its effects would be complusory starting next year. It is their way to spread awarness about the environment and to educate the younger generation.

New Fossil Shows Pollination Evolved Earlier than Previously Thought

11.14.2019 07:48 AM

A new fossil of a beetle was discovered in a mine in Myanmar completely preserved in amber along with pollen on its body.

Evolutionary Diversity is the Key to Productivity as Observes in the Amazon

11.13.2019 08:52 AM

Researchers behind this study combined long-term data collated from 90 plots all over the rainforest system by the Amazon Forest Inventory Network and ForestPlots.net to track the lives and productivity of individual trees.

Scientists Discovered a Treasure Trove Beneath Fossilized Footprints

11.13.2019 08:38 AM

These fossils are dated as far back as 12,000 years ago and were found using ground-penetrating radar (GDR), a nondestructive way of 'excavating' fossils.

Neanderthals May Have Used Eagle Talons for Symbolic Decorations

11.13.2019 08:28 AM

Neanderthals and modern humans share a lot of characteristics: they use tools, they wear clothes, and they both wear jewelry. Yep, Neanderthals wear jewelry as well.

Climate Change Causes Red Deer Species to Give Birth at an Earlier Time

11.12.2019 07:03 AM

Because of climate change and its effects on the present environmental conditions, changes can be observed in the distribution of phenotypic traits or the observable and measurable trait of an individual. Finding answers as to how these mechanisms are responsible for the changes has proven to be difficult.

First Sexually Transmitted Dengue Case Recorded in Spain

11.12.2019 06:49 AM

Dengue is a fast-spreading disease most common in depressed areas and urban poor communities in tropical and subtropical countries.

Pliosaur Fossils Found in Poland

11.12.2019 06:43 AM

The Pliosaur is a species of ancient marine reptile commonly found in the waters during the Jurassic period. They resemble a crocodile in form with massive head and strong neck muscles complete with massive teeth for hunting prey.

Satellites Can Help Monitor Ocean Carbon Levels, A New Study Shows

11.11.2019 08:14 AM

Satllites can now help monitor ocean carbon although its full potential still needs to be researched

Winter is Here: How to Help your Body Adjust During Winter

11.11.2019 08:10 AM

Winter seasons can be uncomfortable for some as it would require a lot of heating and clothes but you can help your body to adjust to the cold temperature

Alkaloid Obtained from an Amazon native Plant Developed to Increase Anti-tumor Activities

11.11.2019 07:44 AM

The research team from the University of Ribeirao Preto and Federal University of Sao Carlo brought into focus the two species of Cat's Claw and harnessed its alkaloids to produce a more potent weapon against tumors.

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