Study models geomagnetic field shielding over the last 100,000 years

New models of how the geomagnetic field that shields the Earth’s atmosphere from cosmic rays has…

Precision nuclear physics in Indium-115 beta decay spectrum using cryogenic detectors

Certain isotopes such as Indium-115 (In-115) are extremely long lived, taking over 100 trillion years for…

Scientists' political donations reflect polarization in academia—with implications for the public's trust in science

People who lean left politically reported an increase in trust in scientists during the COVID-19 pandemic,…

Building activity produces 18% of emissions and a shocking 40% of our landfill waste

Architecture, engineering and construction employ 1.2 million people in Australia and account for 9% of GDP.…

'Too small and carefree': Endangered animals released into the wild may lack the match-fitness to evade predators

Breeding threatened mammals in fenced, predator-free areas is a common conservation strategy in Australia. The method…

Australian students in rural areas are not 'behind' their city peers because of socioeconomic status

Major international and national tests show rural students, on average, do not do as well at…

Study shows need for more female STEM leadership

Despite efforts to diversify the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, new research from the…

Researchers identify genetic makeup of new strains of West Nile

Researchers at Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (CVMDL) located in UConn’s College of Agriculture, Health and…

Unraveling brood parasitism in predatory mites

Several animal species display brood care, a phenomenon where ‘caring’ parents provide their offspring with food…

How cats and dogs affect the climate—and what you can do about it

According to Patrick Hanson, the CEO of Luxaviation, a Luxembourg-based luxury airline firm, having pets can…