How climate change intensifies tropical rainfall
In a new study published in Science Advances, scientists from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) and the Max-Planck-Institute for Meteorology have...
The hidden dangers of air pollution on heart and lung health
Two recent large studies in the United States, shared by The BMJ, have unveiled a troubling link between air pollution, specifically fine particulate matter...
Antarctica’s ice anchors melting away faster than ever
In a significant discovery, scientists have found that Antarctica's natural ice anchors, essential in holding back the continent's land ice from sliding into the...
Unlocking the mysteries of marine toxins in whales and dolphins
In a pioneering study by Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute, scientists have embarked on an insightful journey to understand the impact of...
Fungi in plants react to climate shifts
In the far reaches of the world, stretching across North America, northern Europe, and Russia, there's a vast and chilly realm of forests known...
Bringing back the stars: How to combat the glow of light pollution
Once upon a time, the Milky Way was a common sight in the night sky, a magnificent band of light stretching from horizon to...
20°C seems the optimal temperature for life on Earth to thrive – what does...
Have you ever wondered about the optimal temperature for life on Earth? For humans, 20°C is comfortable. Any warmer and we work less efficiently because releasing...
Red soil mineral captures trace metals over time
Trace metals, though tiny in amount, play a crucial role in the health of both plants and animals. These metals, like zinc, are essential...
The northern lights and their surprising effect on winter weather
In the far north of Finland, people are treated to one of nature's most spectacular shows: the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis.
These aren't just...
Agriculture’s quick changes lead to ecosystems’ early demise
A new study published in Nature Communications by a team led by Prof. Dr. Peter Manning and Dr. Margot Neyret has unveiled the profound...