Scientists issue urgent warning about drinking TEA
Tea bags can release billions of microplastics into the human body, raising health concerns among consumers.
Cotton-and-squid-bone sponge can soak up 99.9% of microplastics, scientists say
A new scalable sponge filter shows promise in removing 99.9% of microplastics from water, addressing a significant global pollution crisis.
Ontario researchers use 'bacterial sex' to share genetic material for breaking down microplastics | CBC News
University of Waterloo researchers engineered wastewater bacteria to break down microplastics, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET), via a natural genetic sharing process.
Do I Need to Worry About Microplastics in Tea Bags?
Microplastics in some tea bags exist but may not pose significant health risks yet.
Scientists issue urgent warning about drinking TEA
Tea bags can release billions of microplastics into the human body, raising health concerns among consumers.
Cotton-and-squid-bone sponge can soak up 99.9% of microplastics, scientists say
A new scalable sponge filter shows promise in removing 99.9% of microplastics from water, addressing a significant global pollution crisis.
Ontario researchers use 'bacterial sex' to share genetic material for breaking down microplastics | CBC News
University of Waterloo researchers engineered wastewater bacteria to break down microplastics, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET), via a natural genetic sharing process.
Do I Need to Worry About Microplastics in Tea Bags?
Microplastics in some tea bags exist but may not pose significant health risks yet.
Climate engineering faces hostility- here's how scientists say it might move forwards
Climate engineering could be a last resort to prevent catastrophic climate change, but poses risks and requires thorough scientific research.
Why Hurricane Milton Is a Sign of the New Abnormal
The world has entered an unpredictable and dangerous phase of the climate crisis, with worsening weather-related disasters and climate conditions never seen before.
Climate engineering faces hostility- here's how scientists say it might move forwards
Climate engineering could be a last resort to prevent catastrophic climate change, but poses risks and requires thorough scientific research.
Why Hurricane Milton Is a Sign of the New Abnormal
The world has entered an unpredictable and dangerous phase of the climate crisis, with worsening weather-related disasters and climate conditions never seen before.
Panama Canal's Expansion Opened Routes for Fish to Relocate
The expansion of the Panama Canal has led to significant shifts in marine ecosystems and concerns about invasive species impacting local fisheries.
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Wish Book: School children harvest lessons on nutrition, environment and science by spending time on the farm
Engaging students with hands-on learning about nutrition and environmental science on an organic farm enhances their understanding and appreciation of food.
Blight destroyed the American chestnut tree. Can scientists bring it back?
The American Chestnut Foundation is working to restore the nearly extinct American chestnut tree through various scientific approaches.
Human-made noise disrupts ecosystems, highlighting the importance of silence for species survival.
The secret treasure trove still hidden in Africa's forests
Studying Africa's tree canopies is vital for understanding biodiversity and carbon sinks.
Biologist Karen Lips Investigates Vanishing Tree Frogs in 'The Waiting'
The sudden disappearance of tree frogs in Costa Rica highlights the urgent mystery of environmental changes and biodiversity loss.
Mutant frogs of Chernobyl prove the exclusion zone is SAFE for humans
Chernobyl's exclusion zone may now be safe for human habitation, as declining radiation levels do not negatively impact the aging of local frog populations.
Searching for tiny dung beetles that clean the vast forest floor
Dung beetles are essential for environmental health and biodiversity, serving as nature's cleanup crew.
Humanity's noise is the natural world's enemy
Human-made noise disrupts ecosystems, highlighting the importance of silence for species survival.
The secret treasure trove still hidden in Africa's forests
Studying Africa's tree canopies is vital for understanding biodiversity and carbon sinks.
Biologist Karen Lips Investigates Vanishing Tree Frogs in 'The Waiting'
The sudden disappearance of tree frogs in Costa Rica highlights the urgent mystery of environmental changes and biodiversity loss.
Mutant frogs of Chernobyl prove the exclusion zone is SAFE for humans
Chernobyl's exclusion zone may now be safe for human habitation, as declining radiation levels do not negatively impact the aging of local frog populations.
Searching for tiny dung beetles that clean the vast forest floor
Dung beetles are essential for environmental health and biodiversity, serving as nature's cleanup crew.
Did toxic algae kill hundreds of elephants in Botswana?
The death of over 350 elephants in Botswana was linked to toxic cyanobacteria found in contaminated watering holes.
Environmental factors like temperature and nutrient loading contributed to the deadly algal blooms affecting elephants.
New powder that captures carbon could be quantum leap' for industry
A new lab-created yellow powder shows promise for carbon capture, potentially matching a tree's CO2 absorption in just half a pound.
Groundwater pumping is causing land to sink at record rate in San Joaquin Valley
The San Joaquin Valley is experiencing unprecedented land subsidence due to groundwater overpumping, necessitating urgent management and mitigation efforts.
2001: A Bitcoin Odyssey | HackerNoon
The Bitcoin Renaissance transformed civilization through a synergy of Bitcoin, robotics, and decentralization, allowing individuals to control eco-restorative robots.
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Support for independent movie theaters is crucial in preserving cultural spaces for film enthusiasts, especially following recent closures.
'I get paid for my outputs, not because I am Maori': why Indigenous researchers often face double duty
Amanda Black advocates for the integration of Indigenous values in research while promoting diversity and equity in the scientific community.
Sea angels and devils: could plankton unlock the secrets of human biology?
Study of plankton can reveal insights about human biology and environmental health.
Research on plankton is being conducted aboard sailing vessels to reduce costs.
Mapping bird migration with feathers for conservation | Cornell Chronicle
Urgent conservation efforts are needed for declining songbird species, particularly migratory ones.
Video: Dolphins bound about amid bioluminescence off California coast
Bioluminescent red tides near San Diego showcase ecological interactions and the beauty of marine life through the stunning footage of dolphins captured on October 17.
This AI powered 'tongue' can tell Coke and Pepsi apart
Migrating Pacific salmon play a vital role in nutrient and contaminant cycling across ecosystems.
Plastic-eating bacteria could combat pollution problems, scientists hope
Bacteria found in wastewater can effectively break down plastic, presenting a potential solution to combat global plastic pollution.
From crevasse falls to polar bears, train fieldwork leaders for emergencies
Field researchers must be better trained to handle extreme and unexpected crises during fieldwork to ensure their safety.
Urban Ecology in Action: Field Lessons From Randall's Island to Bronx Park East
Students engaged in hands-on learning about urban ecology's critical role in sustainable community development.
Study finds Central Valley residents continually exposed to 'toxic soup' of pesticides
Residents in Central Valley frequently inhale pesticides, including banned ones like chlorpyrifos, highlighting the urgent need for better pesticide monitoring.