Think glass bottles are better for the planet? Think again!
Is a glass bottle of orange juice better for the planet than a plastic one?
You might be surprised. A study by food scientists at...
How Saharan dust impacts hurricane rainfall: New study reveals surprising connections
New research has uncovered a surprising link between giant plumes of dust from the Sahara Desert and the rainfall from hurricanes.
These dust plumes, which...
Pesticides used in agriculture can cause cancer just like smoking
In today's agriculture, pesticides are crucial for achieving high crop yields and ensuring food security.
However, these chemicals can harm plant and animal life and...
Unique samples reveal history of Antarctic ice sheet
Global warming is causing the Antarctic ice sheets to melt faster than previously thought, especially in West Antarctica.
An international research team led by the...
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...