Climate
Climate change increases foodborne illness risk from raw produce
Washington, D.C.—Climate change will increase the risk of the foodborne illness from Salmonella enterica, according to a new study. The...
Global timber supply threatened as climate change pushes cropland northwards
Climate change will move and reduce the land suitable for growing food and timber, putting the production of these two...
Children contribute to group projects when there are clear and common goals
Children can work together to reach a target that benefits a whole group even if it is at a personal...
To build a thriving electric vehicle market, prioritize equity and justice
When it comes to purchasing and using electric vehicles (EVs), housing- and income-related factors significantly shape perceptions and preferences among...
Unhealthy commodities—like alcohol and social media—are connected with poor mental health
“Unhealthy commodities” such as tobacco, alcohol, ultra-processed foods, social media, and fossil fuels, as well as impacts of fossil fuel...
New data: Solar at K-12 schools quadrupled nationwide during the last ten years
Charlottesville, VA — Schools across the country are rapidly switching to solar power to meet their energy needs while gaining...
Study finds limits to storing CO2 underground to combat climate change
Imperial College London press release Imperial College London press release Under strict embargo until: Wednesday 28 August 2024 10am...
Coastal cities must adapt faster to climate change
Coastal cities play a key role in the global economy and have important functions for society at large. At the...
NUS launches Centre for Environment and Ageing Well to design living environments that foster well-being for people of all ages
The College of Design and Engineering (CDE) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has established the Centre for Environment...
Cold math, hot topic: Sea ice thermal conductivity
A new applied mathematical theory could enhance our understanding of how sea ice affects global climate, potentially improving the accuracy...
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Mothers who receive childcare support from maternal grandparents show more parental warmth, finds NTU Singapore study
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Bee body mass, pathogens and local climate influence heat tolerance
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Researchers record first-ever images and data of a shark experiencing a boat strike
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Warm seawater speeding up melting of ‘Doomsday Glacier,’ scientists warn
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Probiotics during pregnancy shown to help moms and babies