Science
In Human Evolution, Neighbors Were Allies Rather Than Enemies
Throughout human evolution, reward may have outweighed risk when it came to building relationships with nearby...
Science
Protecting Endangered Animals — and Earth’s Future
A new book by Michelle Nijhuis covers the history of human efforts to save endangered animals...
Science
In a Flash: How Bioluminescent Organisms Signal Ocean Acidification
Ocean acidification is rising due to increased CO2 in the atmosphere. This will affect ecosystems beyond...
Science
You Weigh Less in Quebec: A Weird Case of Low Gravity
Where on Earth is gravity missing, and why do you weigh less in Quebec? Satellite imaging...
Science
Climate Change May Have Pushed Ancient Humans Into Extinction
New research finds ancient humans may not have been able to survive climate change. What are...
Science
Monarch Butterfly Migration at Risk From Climate Change
The Monarch butterfly makes a 3,000-mile migration twice each year and is at risk of climate...
Science
Life Amidst the Dunes of the Lut Desert
A variety of plants and animals make their homes in the Lut Desert, the hottest place...
Environmental Tech
Climate Change and Architecture: Self-Cooled Buildings Lower Temps
Around the world, cities are turning into ovens. Fortunately, efforts focused on climate change and architecture...
Science
What Can the Extinct American Mastodon Teach Us About Climate Change?
Researchers have found that American mastodon's migration patterns may provide a good lesson in the effects...
Science
Color Me Concerned: The Green Sky Tornado Theory
Is the green sky tornado theory true? Do skies really turn color before powerful and pulverizing...
Science
Live Fast, Fly Hard, Sleep Frosty: The Science of Suspended Animation
Hummingbirds live fast and fly hard, but according to new research they also sleep ... frosty?...
Science
Climate History Exposed by the Crumbling Batagaika Crater
Crumbling walls and melting permafrost reveal thousands of years of climate history in the Batagaika Crater.
Pioneers
Gen Z Brings a New Generation of Young Scientists to Work
A new generation of young scientists is bringing fresh perspectives to work. Here's an early look...
Environmental Tech
Thawing Permafrost May Reawaken Dormant Diseases
Thawing permafrost may also thaw ancient bacteria and lead to the reawakening of certain dormant diseases.