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Boat strikes in protected areas could be harming whale sharks" development

The biggest fish in the ocean, whale sharks, are incredible animals. They can reach lengths of over 18 meters and weigh more than 19,000kg. Each shark has a unique pattern of spots on its body, like a fingerprint......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJan 25th, 2021

Global study shows causes for the dominance of woody plants in drylands

Precipitation, temperature, and grazing have the greatest influence on whether woody or herbaceous species grow in dryland areas. This has been shown by a large global study that includes Potsdam researchers......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Scientists discover "selfish DNA" crucial for early human development

A critical transition in early human development is regulated not by our own genes, but by DNA elements called transposons that can move around the genome, Sinai Health researchers have found......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

New temperature conditions found in two thirds of key tropical forests

Two thirds of Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs) in tropical forests are experiencing new temperature conditions as our climate changes, research shows......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Calcium transport protein in bacteria offers insights for drug development and food safety

Researchers at Umeå University have revealed details on how bacteria use calcium to regulate vital processes in a way that differs from human cells. This breakthrough is significant in the fight against antibiotic resistance and for increasing safet.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 14th, 2024

Physicists uncover behavior in quantum superconductors that provides a new level of control

A new study has uncovered important behavior in the flow of electric current through quantum superconductors, potentially advancing the development of future technologies like quantum computing......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 14th, 2024

"Killer electrons": Lightning storms play cosmic pinball with space weather

When lightning strikes, the electrons come pouring down. In a new study, researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder, led by an undergraduate student, have discovered a novel connection between weather on Earth and space weather. The team utili.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 12th, 2024

Study unveils cobalt(III) reaction mechanism with nitriles, opening pathways for drug development

A research team led by Professor Jaeheung Cho from the Department of Chemistry at UNIST has published a study in the Journal of the American Chemical Society reporting the reaction mechanism of cobalt(III)-based metal complexes with nitrile substance.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Study finds coastal and rural areas in England less resilient

Coastal, rural and areas in the North of England are less able to withstand and recover from adverse events, according to new research which highlights regional disparities in community resilience......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Bat data study reveals conservation priorities in San Diego County

A team of wildlife managers at the U.S. Geological Survey in San Diego, California, working with a colleague from the San Diego Natural History Museum, have uncovered the areas in San Diego County that need the most scrutiny if bat populations in the.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

On US coast, wind power foes embrace "Save the Whales" argument

Whether from real concern for marine animals or doubts about renewable energy, the anti-wind power movement has been growing along the US East Coast, with some trying to blame a surge in whale strandings on the growth of offshore energy projects......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Climate change can alter methane emission and uptake in the Amazon

Extreme temperatures and humidity levels (excessive rain or drought) projected for the Amazon in the context of climate change may increase the volume of methane-producing microorganisms in flooded areas and reduce potential uptake of this greenhouse.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Rental crisis in regional cities prompts rethinking of moves

James Cook University researchers say Cairns is a prime example of a regional city where the rental housing crisis is making people who have moved to the city rethink their choice—and they say city planners must act if regional areas want such peop.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Scientists track and analyze lofted embers that cause spot fires

In the chaos of a wildfire, heat, wind, flames and fuel interact to produce embers that are lofted into surrounding areas, starting new spot fires and spreading destruction and property loss in California's wildland-urban interface......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Why Tampa Is So Vulnerable to Hurricane Milton

Tampa, Florida is the most vulnerable US city to hurricane damage. Delays to floodwater defenses and relentless development only made the situation worse......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

New tool provides knowledge on heat stress vulnerability in cities for more targeted adaptation

Heat-related deaths and diseases are a major concern in Europe amid increasing extended periods of extreme heat. A recent study proposes a novel way of quantifying and projecting future vulnerability to heat stress in different areas of a city, provi.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

A new approach to sustainable development in arid river basins through a multi-objective programming model

A collaborative research team from Beijing Normal University and the University of Regina has introduced a new approach to sustainable development in arid river basins through a Grey Fractional Multi-Objective Programming (GFMOP) model. The study, re.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

Veteran Apple engineering leader Dan Riccio retiring this month

Dan Riccio, Apple’s long-time hardware engineering executive, is retiring. According to a new report from Bloomberg, Riccio is leaving Apple this month after 26 years at the company. Most recently, Riccio led development of Apple Vision Pro. mo.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

Best Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra cases

Check out these best Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra cases to keep the tablet safe and protected. The post Best Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra cases appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra is the newest flagship Android ta.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

Florida Hospitals and Nursing Homes Are Bracing for Hurricane Milton

More than 200 health care facilities in impacted areas are moving patients and residents in what the state’s chief of emergency medical oversight calls “our largest evacuation ever.”.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  wiredRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

AI-aided research, new materials eyed for Nobel Chemistry Prize

The development of new compounds and science aided by artificial intelligence are some of the research fields commentators say could be contenders for the Nobel Chemistry Prize announced Wednesday......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024