Science
Scientific discoveries and research
Call me invasive: New evidence confirms the status of the giant Asian mantis in Europe
In the realm of entomology, few creatures command as much fascination as the mantis. Throughout history, these striking insects have been deeply woven into loca...
The environmental impacts of where your apples are grown
New research from Cranfield University has analyzed the environmental impact of fresh apples sold in the U.K., comparing the greenhouse gas emissions and blue w...
Study reveals impact of extreme heat and drought on Australia's jarrah forests
Western Australia's jarrah forests were unevenly impacted by the record-breaking 2023–2024 heat wave and subsequent drought, with some areas experiencing more s...
The secret math behind catchy melodies
Why do some melodies feel instantly right, balanced, memorable and satisfying, even if you have never heard them before? New research from the University of Wat...
Deadly Indonesia floods force a deforestation reckoning
Permits revoked, lawsuits filed, the threat of state takeovers. Deadly flooding in Indonesia has prompted unprecedented government action against companies accu...
Bilingual courses in Europe: Proper use of language is professors' main concern
A scientific review carried out by a team in the English and German Philology Department at the UCO explores the pedagogical dimension of bilingual university p...
Colossal's techy new HQ helps Dallas startup be 'in your face' with de-extinction mission
An animatronic dire wolf looks around then tilts its head to greet you in the lobby. An animated megalodon shark circles its prey in a conference room made of f...
New farm accounting method measures natural capital across 50 Australian farms
La Trobe University researchers have developed a new way to measure and report the environmental performance of farms in a move that could pave the way for futu...
Will natural gas exports wreck the Gulf of California ecosystem?
As the effects of climate change intensify, it has become standard practice for major corporations to pledge their support for environmental sustainability. Thi...
What freezing plants in blocks of ice can tell us about the future of Svalbard's plant communities
How will a warming Arctic affect plant growth on Svalbard? Researchers encased plant plots in a thick layer of ice during the winter and used little greenhouses...
Hidden insect diversity in grass shoots threatened by mowing
When it comes to biodiversity, researchers and the public tend to focus on large-scale patterns. This overlooks a hidden but precious diversity: small, inconspi...
Hundreds of young Chinook salmon found dead in Yuba River: What happened?
Hundreds, and possibly thousands, of juvenile Chinook salmon were found dead in the lower Yuba River after a large water pipe burst at the New Colgate Powerhous...