Reefs, whether natural or man-made, are hotspots of marine biodiversity. But especially in soft-bottomed seas, reefs…
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Paper drinking straws may be harmful and may not be better for the environment than plastic versions, researchers warn
“Eco-friendly” paper drinking straws contain long-lasting and potentially toxic chemicals, a new study has concluded. …
Study supports strong link between respiratory and digestive diseases in dogs
While the respiratory and digestive systems of canines have previously been studied independently, researchers at the…
How local communities depend on the ivory palm tree in coastal Ecuador
The ivory palm tree, also known as tagua, is endemic to the Chocó-Darien region on the…
Study examines historical drought and flooding on the Amazon River
Extreme floods and severe droughts on the Amazon River have occurred more frequently in the last…
Research opens the door to more efficient potato breeding
The dream of every potato breeders is to combine all the desirable characteristics that can make…
Starch discovery unlocks benefits for brewing, baking and milling industries
Research has brought clarity to the longstanding question of how starch granules form in the seeds…
Sediment movement during Hurricane Harvey could negatively impact future flooding, prove costly to Houston
Enormous amounts of sediment, or sand and mud, flowed through Houston waterways during Hurricane Harvey in…
Bees from the time of the pharaohs found mummified on the southwest coast of Portugal
A new study reports the discovery of hundreds of mummified bees inside their cocoons. These cocoons,…
Doctoral thesis: Meaningful mobile outdoor learning activities help students gain lasting knowledge
The use of smart devices in teaching can make learning more interesting and connected to everyday…