Environment

Best food to counter the effects of air pollution

I’ve been reading about the terrible effects of air pollution for a long time and am thrilled there’s something we can do other than...

Earth’s insides are cooling faster than we thought, shows study

Researchers suspect that the Earth’s heat may dissipate sooner than previously thought. The researchers have come to this conclusion after showing in the lab how...

Ozone exposure linked to cognitive decline in older people

In a new study from Yale, researchers found a strong link between long-term ozone exposure and an increased risk of cognitive impairment in older...

What it’s like to work at the bottom of the Earth

When your workplace is the South Pole, things can get a little unusual. Light emitted billions of years ago could help solve enduring mysteries about...

Scientists find leftovers of Earth’s dramatic formation

Researchers have uncovered the most detail ever of the mysterious structures laying between the Earth's mantle and core. This provides the strongest evidence yet they...

This coating could protect solar panels from snow and ice

Researchers have demonstrated an inexpensive, clear coating that reduced snow and ice accumulation on solar panels, enabling them to generate up to 85% more...

People with bowel diseases have more microplastics in their feces

In a new study from Nanjing Medical University, researchers found that people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have more microplastics in their feces than...

Fossil fuels could play a key role in global decline in sperm counts

In a new study from Brunel University London, researchers found chemical pollution from burning fossil fuels could play a significant part in the global...

Scientists create stable perovskite materials for more efficient solar cells

Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have developed a new process for producing stable perovskite materials to create more efficient solar cells. Crystalline silicon...

Even low-level toxic metal exposure can harm your arteries

In a new study from Spain, researchers found exposure to low levels of toxic metals may raise the risk for developing clogged arteries. They found...