The idea of a "biodegradable" plastic suggests a material that would degrade to little or nothing…
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The fossilization process of dinosaur remains
A study conducted between the UPV/EHU-University of the Basque Country and the University of Zaragoza has…
Hunting jeopardizes forest carbon storage, yet is overlooked in climate mitigation efforts
The loss of animals, often due to unregulated or illegal hunting, has consequences for the carbon…
Naturally heat-resilient corals transplanted to nurseries survive El Nino bleaching event
A pair of researchers with Stanford University has found that some naturally heat-resistant corals were able…
Teenagers might not report online abuse because they often don’t see it as a problem
Protecting children from harm online is high on the political agenda right now. The UK government…
Tinder-style approach could help organisations’ partnerships and projects to flourish
The fear of being rejected and losing face can have such a big impact that companies…
Study finds gap between rich and poor growing regionally, too
There's an old saying about a rising tide lifting all boats—and for more than a century,…
Pesticide research must stay transparent and independent
Few people would make an important purchase on trust alone. The same logic applies to pesticides.
Study examines benefits of teaching math in culturally responsive ways
Teachers have long known that to reach learners, developing instruction that relates to those students' experiences…
Exploring the effects of moisture and drying on cement
Although it is used to construct some of the world's largest structures, it turns out that…