Old-growth forests continue to disappear despite EU protection commitments

Old-growth forests are of exceptional importance for biodiversity and climate protection in Europe, but they are…

Alexandrite laser crystals found to be well suited for space applications

Alexandrite laser crystals are well suited for use in Earth observation satellites. They are robust and…

A new nondestructive method for assessing bioengineered artificial tissues

Engineering organs to replace damaged hearts or kidneys in the human body may seem like something…

Why good weather isn't a good thing for stock markets

Sunshine levels have a significant impact on the bidding behavior of stock market investors, according to…

Report: Warming climate could deliver new crops, and blights, to New Zealand

New, invasive plant-destroying insects, weeds and diseases will increasingly challenge New Zealand’s borders as a warming…

Gas observed moving into a massive galaxy offers evidence of material recycling

An international team of space scientists has found that observation of a gas cloud stream heading…

Record low Antarctic sea ice is another alarming sign the ocean's role as climate regulator is changing, says researcher

A changing climate is upon us, with more frequent land and marine heatwaves, forest fires, atmospheric…

Humanity's tipping point? How the Queen's death stole a climate warning's thunder

Think back to September last year. What happened early that month? What news shook the world…

Why three-day weekends are great for well-being—and the economy

The coronation of King Charles III has upped the UK’s public holiday count this year. The…

Basic income could help create a more just and sustainable food system in Canada

Canada’s food system is experiencing ongoing stresses from supply chain disruptions, price inflation and extreme weather…