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.
Dangerous thunderstorms: Better models through soil-moisture data
Researchers at TU Wien uncover how soil moisture and atmospheric wind patterns influence thunderstorm formation dynamics.
Improved EV battery technology will outmatch degradation from warmer climate
University of Michigan research shows new EV batteries withstand warmer climates, potentially increasing vehicle lifespans globally.
Proximity to nuclear power plants associated with increased cancer mortality
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health finds older adults most affected, with 115,000 U.S. deaths linked.
New technology could use sunlight to break down ‘forever chemicals’
University of Bath researchers develop carbon-based catalyst, potentially revolutionising detection and removal of persistent PFAS chemicals.
Scientists create a system for tracking underwater blackouts
Researchers at University of California, Santa Barbara develop framework to monitor marine darkwaves affecting light-dependent ecosystems.
EVs could catch on in Africa sooner than expected due to solar-powered charging
ETH Zurich researchers find solar-powered charging systems could make electric vehicles economically viable across Africa.
New study finds movement of fishing fleets can reveal shifts in marine ecosystems
UC Santa Cruz researchers discover fishing fleets as ecosystem sentinels, tracking marine heatwaves affecting tuna distribution.
Ultrasonic pest control to protect beehives
University of Strathclyde researchers use ultrasonic signals that mimic bat calls to deter wax moths from beehives.
Cooling paint harvests water from thin air
University of Sydney researchers develop energy-free coating, reflecting 97% sunlight, offering sustainable water and cooling solutions.