In a groundbreaking study published in Geophysical Research Letters, scientists from Colorado State University have uncovered a critical survival mechanism in ponderosa pines when exposed to wildfire smoke. The research, which took place in the fall
Field biologists are known for their patience and dedication, often committing years to experiments that yield slow results. Yet, Martin Wikelski, a German ornithologist, has shown extraordinary perseverance in his quest to create an “internet of ani
A recent survey conducted by the Marine Conservation Society has revealed a significant 80 percent reduction in plastic bags littering British beaches over the past decade. The survey, which found an average of just one plastic bag for every 100 mete
Scientists have recently turned to dragonfly larvae to track mercury pollution across wildlands in the U.S., revealing new insights into the sources and spread of this toxic element. This innovative approach could have significant implications for th
The release of the Watersheds report by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) marks a significant milestone in agricultural data analysis. This report, the first of six Subject Series publications
The global steel industry is undergoing a significant transformation as it shifts from traditional, coal-fired blast furnaces to cleaner electric arc furnaces (EAFs). According to a new report by Global Energy Monitor, EAFs now account for nearly hal
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s recent plan to cull 15,000 barred owls annually in the Pacific Northwest, starting this fall, represents a significant intervention in the region’s ecosystem management. This initiative aims to save the northern s
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Geoscience has revealed that polymetallic nodules found on the deep ocean floor may be producing oxygen, a discovery that could significantly impact the debate surrounding deep-sea mining. Traditionally, sci
The recent decision by the International Botanical Congress to rename over 200 species of plants, fungi, and algae marks a significant shift in the scientific community’s approach to addressing offensive nomenclature. This change, aimed at removing v
The release of the 2022 Census of Agriculture data for Puerto Rico by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) marks a significant moment for the island’s agricultural sector. The data, collected with the a
