Does living in a loud city hurt your hearing?
Living in a city can be exciting for the cultural institutions, events, and attractions, but all that fun can take a toll on your...
As heat records fall, how hot is too hot for the human body?
Extreme heat has been breaking records across Europe, Asia and North America, with millions of people sweltering in heat and humidity well above “normal”...
How to use plastic waste to build roads, buildings, and more
Engineers from Stanford University, Michael Lepech and Zhiye Li, have envisioned a unique future where plastic waste is repurposed to construct roads, buildings, and...
Traffic-related air pollution linked to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
In a recent study, researchers found that exposure to traffic-related air pollution led to memory loss, cognitive decline, and triggered neurological pathways associated with...
The ground in cities is deforming, but our buildings aren’t ready
A recent study from Northwestern University has uncovered a link between underground climate change and the shifting ground beneath urban areas.
As temperatures rise, the...
The ocean’s color is changing due to climate change, finds MIT study
Scientists at MIT, the National Oceanography Center, and other institutions have made a significant discovery about the impact of climate change on the world's...
Oops! Too much manganese in our tap water!
Did you know that there's a metal called manganese in your tap water?
Most of us don't think about it because it's usually in tiny...
Scientists create pocket-sized, sun-powered water harvester
Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, have developed a handheld device that can suck water right out of the air and turn it...
Air pollution: the invisible threat to our mental health
Air pollution is like an invisible monster that might be messing with our minds. That's what a new study says.
This study was published in...
In the summer heat, know how to recognize and prevent heat stroke
The long, hot days of summer are here.
While that can mean lots of fun in the sun for some, experts warn the extra warmth...