Smart soil: A new way to water and feed plants efficiently
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a new type of soil that can capture water from the air to keep...
Scientists recreate enzyme to capture carbon from the atmosphere
Scientists from King's College London and Imperial College London have made an exciting breakthrough in the fight against climate change.
They have successfully recreated the...
Disaster planning for older adults: What to know this hurricane and wildfire season
When Hurricane Ian struck southwestern Florida in 2022, it led to the deaths of more than 150 people – the majority of whom were...
Laser technology could help solve plastic pollution
Scientists have discovered a groundbreaking method to break down plastic using laser technology, potentially offering a solution to the world's plastic pollution problem.
This innovative...
Scientists find first local extinction in the U.S. due to sea level rise
The United States has experienced its first known local extinction due to sea level rise, with the loss of the Key Largo tree cactus.
This...
Scientists develop fastest carbon storage technology yet
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new method to store carbon captured from the atmosphere, which works much faster...
Rising pollution from lithium-ion batteries: a hidden threat
A new study has revealed that lithium-ion batteries, essential for electric cars and electronic devices, are contributing to growing pollution from per- and polyfluoroalkyl...
New technique uses earth’s surface to reveal its hidden interior
Scientists at The University of Texas at Austin have developed a groundbreaking technique that uses surface mapping technology to look inside the Earth.
This new...
Humans behind the extinction of large mammals: New evidence emerges
For decades, scientists have debated whether humans or climate change were responsible for the extinction of many large mammals, birds, and reptiles over the...
Scientists discover simple new method to store carbon dioxide in concrete without weakening it
A team of engineers led by Northwestern University has found a new way to store carbon dioxide (CO2) in concrete, which is widely used...