Examining how urbanization induces changes in invasive toad populations
Biodiversity is increasingly diminished by humanity's many impacts, one major aspect of which is urbanization. Although there are a lot of studies reporting that urbanization influences wildlife population sizes and distributions, we are only beginni.....»»
Struggling seabirds thrown a lifeline by new commercial fishing ban in the North Sea—but it may not be enough
With their bright, orange feet and colorful beaks full of glistening fish, puffins are really charismatic seabirds. But puffin populations are in decline, largely due to their struggle to catch enough of these shiny fish: sandeels......»»
Examining the extended reach of tax laws
For big multinationals that love tax havens, the start of 2024 was not a cause for celebration. On Jan. 1, the European Union, Japan, Canada, and Australia joined other jurisdictions in requiring their largest companies to pay a tax rate of at least.....»»
Examining the range of adulterants that disrupt the hormones of fish and amphibians
The contraceptive pill is obviously not intended for fish and frogs. However, the hormones in the pill and other pharmaceuticals that are not completely broken down in sewage treatment plants can affect aquatic organisms......»»
Genetic analysis and archaeological insight combine to reveal the ancient origins of the fallow deer
Modern populations of fallow deer possess hidden cultural histories dating back to the Roman Empire, which should be factored into decisions around their management and conservation......»»
Cybersecurity teams recognized as key enablers of business goals
97% of office workers across the UK and US trust their cybersecurity team’s ability to prevent or minimize damage from cyberattacks, according to CybSafe. The study examining attitudes towards cybersecurity teams within organizations has uncovered.....»»
Climate change to bring invasive weeds to mid-Atlantic and northeastern US states: Study
In an online article published In Invasive Plant Science and Management, Justin D. Salva and Bethany A. Bradley performed and reported impact assessments on 104 plants most likely to expand with climate change into one or more Eastern U.S. States (De.....»»
More grizzlies in Idaho? Federal proposal could make it happen as Republicans push delisting
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials have moved forward with plans to consider restoring grizzly bear populations to a part of Idaho where they haven't been seen regularly in decades, all while Idaho's governor and congressional delegation contin.....»»
Uncovering the green miracle of urbanization
Between 1990 and 2005, the national average urban fractional vegetation cover (FVC) decreased from 0.38 to 0.35 due to the increase in floor area ratio and impervious surface in urban areas. The decline is particularly pronounced in megacities, small.....»»
Some Calif. cops still sharing license plate info with anti-abortion states
Cops weaponizing license plate data harms vulnerable populations, lawyer says. Enlarge (credit: moodboard | moodboard / Getty Images Plus) Dozens of California police agencies are still sharing automated license plate re.....»»
A novel micrometer-thick porous coating with unparalleled biomarker detection abilities
Aging populations and the tendency to lead a more sedentary lifestyle in many parts of the world are thought to dramatically increase the number of people living with multiple chronic conditions. Moreover, climate change, as well as shifting patterns.....»»
Examining how molecular orbitals determine stability
Carboxylic acid dianions (fumarate, maleate, and succinate) play a role in coordination chemistry and, to some extent, also in the biochemistry of body cells. An HZB team at BESSY II has now analyzed their electronic structures using RIXS in combinat.....»»
Apple Vision Pro crams 50 pixels into the area of one iPhone 15 pixel
While a further teardown by iFixit shows that Apple Vision Pro is not like having a 4K display in front of each eye, it's close and the device has an extremely high pixel density.Examining the displays in an Apple Vision Pro (Source: iFixit)In its fi.....»»
Horses, camels and deer bad rap for razing plants. New research shows they"re no worse than native animals
Large introduced herbivores such as feral horses and camels are often seen as "invasive" species which damage native plants......»»
How preferences for Indigenous policies differ between the Indigenous and majority populations in Norway and Sweden
On the international level, there is broad consensus that it is essential to recognize and implement Indigenous rights as well as to correct inequalities and historical injustices. Yet many nation-states struggle with effective implementation......»»
Examining math anxiety among middle schoolers and how it affects their performance
Math anxiety, which can begin as early as kindergarten, negatively affects students' math performance both in the moment and throughout their math education. Most research focuses on the affective or physiological aspects of math anxiety—the feelin.....»»
Researchers use ancient DNA to map migration during the Roman Empire
Throughout the thousand-year reign of the Roman Empire, disparate populations began to connect in new ways—through trade routes, economic and political collaboration, and joint military endeavors. Now, an international team led by Stanford Medicine.....»»
Expert explains why North American bird populations are declining
According to recent data, bird populations in North America have declined by approximately 2.9 billion birds, a loss of more than one in four birds since 1970. Experts say this bird loss will continue to grow unless changes are made in our daily live.....»»
Investigating effects of invasive trout on native charr in Kamikochi, Nagano
Globally, salmonids have been widely introduced into freshwater areas for aquaculture and recreational angling. brown trout (Salmo trutta), which are native to Europe, and brook trout (Salvelinus fontinalis), which are native to North America, were i.....»»
Team creates first database of field studies on the impacts of invasive plants in Europe
A team of experts has created the first database of field studies on the impacts of invasive plants on native species, communities and ecosystems in Europe......»»
Endangered seabird shows surprising individual flexibility to adapt to climate change
How individual animals respond to climate change is key to whether populations will persist or go extinct. Many species are shifting their ranges as the environment warms, but up to now the mechanisms underlying this have been unclear. For Europe's m.....»»