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12/15/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New research finds that 500 years of over-exploitation has halved the mammal populations in South America’s Atlantic Forest
What nature took thousands of years to cultivate and maintain, humankind has torn down in mere centuries. A new U.K.-led analysis has found that many of the mammals dwelling in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest are now down to half their numbers after 500 years of relentless exploitation by humans. An article in Science Daily reported the results of the study, […]
12/10/2018
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By Edsel Cook
HEPA filters used in the home significantly reduce fine-particulate matter, researchers confirm
You might not be able to clear away the smog that darkens the skies of your city or town. But you can definitely improve the quality of the air inside your home. A Science Daily article suggested that high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can decrease indoor air pollution very effectively, especially when compared to conventional counterparts. Utah-based researchers […]
12/08/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Could the solution to plastic pollution be found in this caterpillar?
Caterpillars are hungry little creatures. They eat a lot of food and store it as energy for their future transformation into butterflies or moths. While they usually eat plant matter, a BBC article reported that the larvae of the greater wax moth (Galleria mellonella) appeared to eat plastic. An amateur beekeeper found a caterpillar of […]
12/04/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Is this the end of de-icing? Passive solar-powered system prevents freezing on airplanes and other surfaces
When ice builds up in your home or office, you either fire up the power-intensive heaters or resort to chemical sprays that will damage the environment. So American researchers recently developed an alternative de-icing system that draws upon the heat of the sun to keep ice from forming on important items, an article in Science […]
12/03/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Irish researchers detail a potential solution for tackling plastic waste
Every day, the average American churns out a lot of plastic garbage that takes forever to decay. Over time, the nearly-indestructible waste piles up and contaminates the surroundings, causing serious harm to the environment and human health. This prompted Irish researchers to look for a way to manage the ever-growing mountains of plastic waste we […]
11/30/2018
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By Edsel Cook
An engineering feat: Different types of silk in a spider web allow it to effectively capture prey
To human eyes, a spiderweb looks beautiful yet delicate. However, the strands are tough enough to survive contact with much larger animals. At the same time, they are also small enough to evade the notice of the prey that the web is intended to reveal and ensnare. Intrigued by this duality, a group of researchers […]
11/29/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Study: Injecting wastewater deep underground is responsible for the surge of earthquakes in Oklahoma and other regions
Have you been wondering what is causing the recent spate of earthquakes in Oklahoma and the rest of the United States? In an article on PBS NewsHour, researchers warned that these quakes are caused by underground injections of wastewater. Fracking and other enhanced oil recovery methods create a lot of contaminated water as a byproduct. To […]
11/28/2018
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By Edsel Cook
A new map of Earth: Here’s what our planet looks like with the aerosols from wildfires and dust circulating our globe
Don’t be fooled by the seemingly clear air before your eyes. Every breath you take fills your lungs with uncountable amounts of aerosols, many of which are harmful to human health. These ubiquitous bits of matter come in two forms: Solid particulate and drops of liquids, both of which are small and light enough to […]
11/21/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New research looks at the self-healing properties of tiny seashore creatures
Limpets are known for their ability to cling to a surface, so much so that people use the word to describe a person with similar qualities. However, the little mollusks have more things in common with humans than you would expect. An article in Science Daily stated that limpets repair damage done to their shells […]
11/20/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Efforts to protect migrating pronghorn by installing wildlife crossing structures over highways have been successful, say researchers
In cities, pedestrian crossings ensure the safety of people as they cross the road. In Wyoming, wildlife crossing structures allow pronghorn herds to follow their traditional migration path without needing to cross dangerous highways, an article in Science Daily stated. A joint effort between the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Oregon State University (OSU) examined […]
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