Aquatic plant reduces antibiotics in water and genetic damage in fish
Researchers at the University of São Paulo find Salvinia auriculata mitigates antibiotic bioaccumulation and seasonal contamination effects.
Turning sawdust into fire-resistant, eco-friendly materials using watermelon seeds
ETH Zurich researchers develop eco-friendly composite from sawdust and struvite, enhancing fire resistance and recyclability.
Fiber-optic sensors reveal how farming destroys soil’s natural structure
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences use innovative fibre-optic technology to monitor soil water dynamics.
This odd little plant could help turbocharge crop yields
Researchers at Cornell University discover hornworts’ unique protein component could revolutionise photosynthesis efficiency in staple crops.
Scientists successfully harvest chickpeas from “moon dirt”
University of Texas at Austin researchers achieve milestone by growing chickpeas in simulated lunar soil with vermicompost.
Nitrous oxide, a product of fertilizer use, may harm some soil bacteria
MIT researchers discover nitrous oxide disrupts 30% of bacteria, potentially altering microbial communities critical for plant health.
A biological material that becomes stronger when wet could replace plastics
Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia develop nickel-infused chitosan from shrimp shells for sustainability.
New algorithm lets autonomous drones work together to transport heavy, changing payloads
TU Delft researchers develop innovative algorithm enabling drones to collaboratively transport heavy loads, even in challenging weather.
Science army mobilizes to map US soil microbiome
Johns Hopkins University leads nationwide study uncovering over 1,000 new bacterial strains, involving 150 researchers and students.
Ultrasonic pest control to protect beehives
University of Strathclyde researchers use ultrasonic signals that mimic bat calls to deter wax moths from beehives.