Major Everglades restoration project to break ground this year

A key project in the restoration of the Everglades moved forward Thursday with the signing of…

Ancient Indigenous forest gardens promote a healthy ecosystem, says study

A new study by Simon Fraser University historical ecologists finds that Indigenous-managed forests—cared for as “forest…

Machine learning model generates realistic seismic waveforms

A new machine-learning model that generates realistic seismic waveforms will reduce manual labor and improve earthquake…

Scientists uncover structure of light-driven enzyme with potential biofuel applications

Although many organisms capture and respond to sunlight, enzymes—proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions—are rarely driven by…

The US is the biggest carbon emitter in history. Where do other nations stand?

It’s not just the United States—other major polluters around the world have also been falling behind…

Climate change, racism and social justice concerns affecting Gen Z's physical and mental health

As Earth Day is celebrated, Generation Z is grappling with the health of the planet and…

It’s Dinner Time on the Space Station. Lobster or Beef Bourguignon?

Earth’s gastronomical delights are being adapted to life in orbit. Click here for original…

SpaceX aims for 3rd crew launch hour before Friday's sunrise

SpaceX aimed to launch its third crew a little before sunrise Friday, this time using a…

Expedition hauls tons of plastic out of remote Hawaii atolls

A crew returned from the northernmost islands in the Hawaiian archipelago this week with a boatload…

Immune system, not COVID virus, may pose greatest risk to pregnant women

Scientists investigated whether the COVID-19 virus could be affecting placental tissue of infected expectant mothers. Their…