One day our sun will solidify into a giant crystal orb

Our sun and billions of stars just like it are headed for a strange, cold destiny.

New orca calf seen among Puget Sound’s critically endangered killer whales

A new calf has been born to the critically endangered southern resident killer whales, researchers confirmed.

New mathematical model to save endangered species

What does the blue whale have in common with the Bengal tiger and the green turtle?…

Mutations in key protein that oversees cellular functions crucial to health and survival

A new research project uses the Canadian Light Source to help researchers understand the protein responsible…

Caring for the hills protects us from flooding, says new research

A restoration scheme on the hills of the Peak District has the potential to reduce the…

Scientists develop novel method to monitor molecular aggregation

Chiral molecules are defined as molecules that are non-superimposable on their mirror images, much like that…

Plant phytolith and water content influence rate of tooth enamel abrasion in vertebrates

Plant phytolith and water content cause differing degrees of tooth enamel abrasion in vertebrates. This is…

GMAO Seasonal Forecast Ensemble Exploration

Abstract: GMAO Sub/Seasonal prediction system (S2S) has recently been upgraded. A complete set (1981-2016) of 9-months…

China envisions moon base after far-side success

China will seek to establish an international lunar base one day, possibly using 3D printing technology…

Tomato plant aroma to protect crops

Tomato plants emit an aroma in order to ward off bacterial attacks. This volatile compound is…