Fish out of water: How killifish embryos adapt their development
The annual killifish lives in regions with extreme drought. A research group at the University of Basel now reports in Science that the early embryogenesis of killifish diverges from that of other species. Unlike other fish, their body structure is n.....»»
Model shows how plankton survive in a turbulent world
How do particles move in turbulent fluids? The answer to this question can be found in a new model presented in a thesis from the University of Gothenburg. The model could help speed up the development of new drugs......»»
Nanoconfined materials developed for efficient fluoride removal from water
A research team led by Prof. Kong Lingtao from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed an innovative material for the efficient removal of fluoride ions from water. This newly-developed material, a La.....»»
NASA calls off spacewalk after spacesuit water leak
NASA on Monday canceled a spacewalk at the International Space Station after water leaked from an astronaut's spacesuit......»»
NASA spacewalk called off due to dramatic water leak from astronaut’s spacesuit
Today's spacewalk by two NASA astronauts had to be called off early when one astronaut's spacesuit experienced a water leak shortly after opening the hatch......»»
Worried about PFAS in your drinking water? Here"s what the evidence says about home filters
Recent news about PFAS "forever chemicals" in Australian drinking water supplies has been very confronting. Many people are asking how they can remove these contaminants from their home drinking water......»»
Hydrothermal vents on seafloors of "ocean worlds" could support life, new study says
We've all seen the surreal footage in nature documentaries showing hydrothermal vents on the frigid ocean floor—bellowing black plumes of super-hot water—and the life forms that cling to them. Now, a new study by UC Santa Cruz researchers suggest.....»»
Study provides new understanding of Gurbantunggut Desert"s dust source
Central Asian dust has a significant impact on regional and global climate, and it is crucial for the balance of local ecosystems, socio-economic development, and human health......»»
Florida conchs are in hot water: Can moving them deeper revive a plunging population?
The rescue mission began with a splash. Flippered and masked snorkelers rolled off a boat anchored near Marathon and into chest-high water. It didn't take long to spot the target......»»
California lawmakers reject proposal to curb well-drilling where nearby wells could run dry
Over the past several years, California's water managers have seen a pattern emerge in farming areas of the Central Valley: Even as declining groundwater levels have left thousands of residents with dry wells and caused the ground to sink, counties h.....»»
Fish kill reported in Biscayne Bay: Waterkeeper blames it on heavy rain
If you're in some spots in Biscayne Bay during the weekend, you might be greeted with an unpleasant sight: dead fish floating on the surface......»»
Scientists explore the vast reservoir of dissolved organic matter in oceans
Few things last very long in the world of the open oceans, it would seem. In the light-filled surface layer, microscopic algae convert carbon dioxide and water into biomass via photosynthesis. Individual cells vanish in a matter of hours or days, ing.....»»
Italy"s Capri lifts tourist ban as water shortage resolved
The Italian island of Capri lifted a ban on tourists Saturday after problems with the water supply to the holiday hotspot were resolved......»»
Ferrari"s electric supercar plant will boost flexibility, shorten development times
Ferrari's new plant will build ICE cars alongside the automaker's $534,000 all-electric supercar......»»
No Vision Pro 2? Apple, give us this one upgrade and call it a day
Apple has reportedly stopped development of the Vision Pro’s formal successor. Instead, the company is doubling down on releasing a more affordable, lighter-weight Vision product that is more enticing to the masses. I’ve already written about.....»»
Tourists banned from Italy"s Capri over water shortage
The Italian island of Capri banned tourists from disembarking Saturday after problems with the water supply from the mainland threatened to leave the holiday hotspot parched......»»
We"ve found a way to help endangered eels overcome dams and weirs
The European eel Anguilla anguilla, a sleek, snake-like fish with a fascinating life cycle, once teemed in rivers. But their numbers have plummeted by more than 95% since the 1980s......»»
Protected areas can boost biodiversity and local economies
Protected areas, like nature reserves, can conserve biodiversity without harming local economic growth, countering a common belief that conservation restricts development. A new study outlines what is needed for conservation to benefit both nature an.....»»
CDK cyberattacks could trigger litigation from consumers and dealers alike
It was a rough week as CDK Global dealt with two cybersecurity attacks, its customers rushed to adapt and experts predicted more breaches to come......»»
After ISIS bombs, an urgent call to preserve an ancient Syrian temple
The Temple of Bel stands in the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra, adjoining a desert oasis with palm trees and bountiful water. Constructed in the first two centuries of the Common Era, the temple served for nearly two thousand years as a sanctuary for.....»»
New AI-driven tool improves root image segmentation
In a world striving for sustainability, understanding the hidden half of a living plant—the roots—is crucial. Roots are not just an anchor; they are a dynamic interface between the plant and soil, critical for water uptake, nutrient absorption, a.....»»