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"Sooty bark disease," harmful for maples and humans, can be monitored by pollen sampling stations

Especially after the last few COVID-affected years, nobody doubts that emerging infectious diseases can threaten the whole world. But humans are not the only ones at risk. With intensive global trade, many tree parasites are accidently introduced to.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJun 5th, 2023

Researchers develop PFAS-free polymer membranes for semiconductor processing

Due to their stability and resistance to water and grease, PFAS chemicals (short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are used in a wide range industries, but they are harmful to health and the environment. Membranes containing PFAS are used in m.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

Study finds industrial air pollution contributes to New Mexico"s low birthweight

Babies born with weights less than 5 lbs 8 ounces (2,500 grams), can face a host of health challenges and an increased risk for chronic health problems like diabetes and heart disease later in life. Now, for the first time, researchers at The Univers.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

Researcher introduces strategies to sustain aesthetics and performance in anthropogenic landscapes

Entering the Anthropocene, humans are confronted with a grim yet peculiar state of increasing natural landscapes inching closer to extinction. Notably, the Aral Sea retains a mere 10% of its original volume, highlighting the urgency of the situation......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 3rd, 2024

A pregnant stingray with no male companion now has a "reproductive disease," aquarium says

A North Carolina aquarium that said it had a pregnant stingray with no male companion now says the fish has a rare reproductive disease......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 31st, 2024

"Sour" grapes: Berry damage, fruit flies worsen wine

Damaged grape berries combined with vinegar flies are a recipe for promoting sour rot, a disease that lowers vineyard yields and wine quality, according to a Cornell study reporting on field experiments in New York state......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Unexpected source of nutrients fuels growth of toxic algae from Lake Erie

Climate change, such as warming and changes in precipitation patterns, affects the frequency and severity of harmful algal blooms (HABs) globally, including those of toxin-producing cyanobacteria that can contaminate drinking water......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Novel virus identified in zebrafish from the pet trade causes disease in laboratory fish

Zebrafish in the pet trade are asymptomatic carriers of previously undescribed microbes, including a novel virus that causes hemorrhaging in infected laboratory fish, Marlen Rice from the University of Utah, US, and colleagues report in the open-acce.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Study suggests faster decomposition rates in waterways could exacerbate greenhouse gas emissions, threaten biodiversity

Humans may be accelerating the rate at which organic matter decomposes in rivers and streams on a global scale, according to a new study from the University of Georgia, Oakland University and Kent State University......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Novel method for mass production of recombinant proteins uses mono-sodium glutamate

Mass production of recombinant proteins using yeast cell "factories" needs methanol, a compound that requires safe handling, carries the risk of catching fire, and sometimes produces harmful byproducts. Researchers at the Department of Biochemistry (.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

The rush to return humans to the moon and build lunar bases could threaten opportunities for astronomy

The 2020s have already seen many lunar landing attempts, although several of them have crashed or toppled over. With all the excitement surrounding the prospect of humans returning to the moon, both commercial interests and scientists stand to gain......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Understanding how zwitterionic polymers can lead to safer drugs and disease prevention

Proteins are vital biomolecules responsible for performing various functions in the human body and are thus regarded as the workhorses of a cell. The primary structure of a protein is composed of different amino acids coming together. The structure s.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 30th, 2024

Understanding context can improve experiences between AI and humans

Understanding context can improve experiences between AI and humans.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Researchers find RNA editing sites likely play a more significant role in genetic disease

New findings by University at Buffalo researchers reveal that RNA editing may play a larger role in human biology and in the development of human disease than has generally been understood......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Bird flu detected in alpacas in US for the first time

Cases of bird flu have been detected in alpacas at a US farm, authorities said Tuesday, as the disease spreads widely among dairy cattle and has infected two humans......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Scientists pit primates against smaller-brained mammals to find out who is the smartest forager

Primates, including humans, have larger brains than most other mammals, but why? Scientists searching for the answer have long followed a trail pointing to diet—specifically fruit—as the reason for why primates evolved larger brains......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Study finds fewer invasive alien species on lands of Indigenous Peoples

The introduction of animal and plant species into new regions by humans is increasing rapidly worldwide. Some of these alien species, such as the gray squirrel, have a far-reaching impact on nature as they displace native species......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

New research shows soil microorganisms could produce additional greenhouse gas emissions from thawing permafrost

As the planet has warmed, scientists have long been concerned about the potential for harmful greenhouse gases to seep out of thawing Arctic permafrost. Recent estimates suggest that by 2100 the amount of carbon dioxide and methane released from thes.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training

Meta had previously announced that they will use user data to help with training its AI, and here’s how to opt out of it. The post How to stop Meta from using your data for AI training appeared first on Phandroid. AI, like humans, are on.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsMay 28th, 2024

Researcher says not every exotic species needs to be controlled

Certain invasive exotic species, such as the red swamp crayfish, are harmful to our environment because they nibble on aquatic plants, dig burrows in banks, and transmit crayfish plague to native species. "But there are also non-native fish and crayf.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsMay 27th, 2024

The Earth"s changing, irregular magnetic field is causing headaches for polar navigation

The Earth's liquid molten outer core, composed mostly of iron and nickel, exerts an electromagnetic field extending from the north and south pole that protects the planet from harmful solar particle radiation......»»

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