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Genes that may be helping bumblebees adapt to environmental change pinpointed

Researchers studying bumblebee genomes have identified genes thought to be helping bees overcome environmental challenges, such as climate change......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgFeb 9th, 2022

Q&A: Looking at ancient Roman plagues through an environmental lens

A pit of human bones, potential evidence of a catastrophic epidemic that struck Constantinople in 541 A.D. Sulfur deposits trapped in polar ice, showing traces of a series of massive volcanic eruptions. For Brandon McDonald, these seemingly incongruo.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

A causal theory for studying the cause-and-effect relationships of genes paves the way for targeted treatments

By studying changes in gene expression, researchers learn how cells function at a molecular level, which could help them understand the development of certain diseases......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Mountaineering mice shed light on evolutionary adaptation

Teams of mountaineering mice are helping advance understanding into how evolutionary adaptation to localized conditions can enable a single species to thrive across diverse environments......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

How do brains coordinate activity? From fruit flies to monkeys, scientists discover a universal principle

The brain is a marvel of efficiency, honed by thousands of years of evolution so it can adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Yet, despite decades of research, the mystery of how the brain achieves this has remained elusive......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

India"s Hindus bathe in holy river defiled by pollution

Sweeping aside thick toxic scum, thousands of Hindu devotees ignored court warnings Thursday against bathing in the sacred but sewage-filled Yamuna river, a grim display of environmental degradation in India's capital......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

More wet, less dry: How climate change will affect the avalanche situation in Switzerland by the end of the century

Less snow does not mean fewer avalanches. This is the result of a study published in Snow/Seasonal Snow by SLF researcher Stephanie Mayer......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

New report sets out a route to transform environmental consenting in UK offshore wind

A report published this week by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult lays out a new approach to environmental monitoring and consenting within the UK offshore wind sector......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Computational chemistry promises to upset traditional methods of chemical synthesis

The process of discovering and designing new chemicals has always been arduous—Sijia Dong wants to change that. As an assistant professor in the department of chemistry and chemical biology, with affiliations in physics and chemical engineering, Do.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

The natural environment is declining—are companies doing their part to save it?

The natural environment across the globe is deteriorating, leading to crises like climate change, biodiversity loss, and water scarcity. Companies and industries play a major role in this decline, and they are expected to take responsibility for thei.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

Researcher highlights the combined effects of climate change and chemical pollution

Traditionally, research has focused on either climate change or chemical pollution in isolation, overlooking their combined effects. This oversight creates a blind spot in understanding the full scope of risks to ecosystems and human health......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Coyotes are thriving despite human and predator pressures, large-scale study finds

Research led by the University of New Hampshire sheds light on how coyotes, North America's most successful predators, are responding to various environmental pressures, including human development, hunting and competition with larger carnivores. Sur.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Asset owners could drive investment in climate change mitigation, research suggests

Asset owners who control substantial capital in the financial system through pension funds, endowments, foundations, and individual holdings can play a crucial role in driving investments in climate change mitigation, according to a new Yale School o.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Climate change is contributing to drought in the American West even without rainfall deficits, scientists find

Higher temperatures caused by anthropogenic climate change made an ordinary drought into an exceptional drought that parched the American West from 2020–2022. A study by UCLA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration climate scientists ha.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Hands-on: iOS 18.2 beta 2 changes and features [Video]

The initial beta for iOS 18.2 brought forth a heaping helping of new changes and features, headlined by phase two of the Apple Intelligence rollout. In the second beta, Apple continues to build on Apple Intelligence, but we also find several other no.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Public pressure found to influence whether companies reduce their environmental impact

The effectiveness of national voluntary programs asking companies to pledge to lower their pollution and greenhouse gas emissions depends on pressure from the public, according to a new study led by a Penn State researcher......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Making "stressed" potatoes more climate-resilient

Heat, dry spells and flooding—the whole of nature is under stress, and potatoes are no exception. As a food staple, there is particular interest in getting potatoes fit for the new climate reality. As part of the EU's four-year ADAPT project, an in.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Expecting again? Tips for helping your first-born child thrive with a new sibling

Expecting another child can be both exciting and nerve-racking. Many parents feel more confident the second (or third) time around as they have already experienced the birthing process, the challenges of caring for a newborn and the inevitable sleep.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Extreme weather already cost vulnerable island nations US$141 billion—and 38% is attributable to climate change

Two years ago, when the curtain fell on the COP27 summit in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, developing nations on the frontline of climate change had something meaningful to celebrate......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Study shows commercial ties influence ESG ratings and highlights need for regulation

An analysis published in the Journal of Accounting Research uncovers evidence that conflicts of interest arising from commercial ties lead to bias in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Apple Stores in three U.S. cities will change locations on November 9

Apple Stores in three U.S. cities will move to new temporary locations on November 9, possibly due to renovations. Here's what you need to know.Apple's La Encantada store is moving to a new location. Image Credit: Apple.On Tuesday, Apple announced th.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024