Salt-evolved zooplankton grow too slowly to block salt-induced algal blooms

Small animals at the base of the freshwater food chain can rapidly adapt to salt pollution…

Billions of nanoplastics accumulate in marine organisms within six hours

A ground-breaking study has shown it takes a matter of hours for billions of minute plastic…

Running a marathon can increase cardiac strain in amateur runners

Amateurs running full-length marathons could be significantly raising levels of several key biomarkers of cardiac strain.…

Importance of good sleep routines for children

A new review of sleep research backs use of bedtime routines to promote healthy sleep for…

Saltier waterways are creating dangerous ‘chemical cocktails’

New research suggests that saltier, more alkaline freshwater can release toxic metals and harmful nitrogen-containing compounds…

Toxic flame retardants are in children’s car seats

Scientists have found toxic flame retardants in newly manufactured children's car seats, sparking concerns about children's…

Bonus for superior snoozing: Students who meet 8-hour sleep challenge do better on finals

Students given extra points if they met 'The 8-hour Challenge' -- averaging eight hours of sleep…

Undercover investigation: Socio-economic survey of pangolin hunting in Assam, India

Referred to as the world's most trafficked mammal, pangolins are not only being gradually pushed to…

Scientists call for eight steps to increase soil carbon for climate action and food security

Leading scientists call for action to increase global soil carbon, in advance of the annual climate…

Why a curious crustacean could hold secret to making renewable energy from wood

Scientists studying gribble -- a curious wood-eating crustacean -- have discovered how they are able to…