How microbes may help mitigate mercury absorption
New research by a team at Pennsylvania State University suggests that microbes in the human gut could be harnessed to help the body absorb useful nutritional metals—like iron, which is critical for red blood cells—and block or even remove the abs.....»»
Collectively, we spend only 45 minutes daily on the activities that produce the most pollution, researchers say
Why do we feel stuck in our efforts to solve the great sustainability crises of the 21st century? Between the dire need to successfully mitigate climate change while making progress on human-focused Sustainable Development Goals, the challenges of th.....»»
Study shows maternal microbiota can affect fetal development
In a Finnish study, significant differences in the gene activity of the fetal intestine, brain and placenta were identified, depending on the microbes in the mother's body and the compounds produced by them. The findings indicate that maternal microb.....»»
Increased vitamin C may mitigate copper toxicity in kiwifruit
Kiwifruit is a popular, commercially available fruit packed with nutrients. Over the last decade, the cultivation of kiwifruit has been plagued by a severe epidemic caused by Pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae (Psa)......»»
Scientists discover new molecule that combats viral infection in bacteria
A Ph.D. researcher at the University of St Andrews studying microbes in the human gut has discovered a new molecule that acts as a "distress signal" when viruses are detected. The research is published in the journal Nature......»»
Glacial rock flour creates new opportunities for Greenlandic agriculture
New research indicates that the use of glacial rock flour could enhance water absorption in cultivated fields in Greenland. This could be groundbreaking for Greenlandic agriculture as the use of glacial rock flour may reduce the risk of water erosion.....»»
Agronomists protect plants from heavy metals with hormone therapy and the mineral zeolite
RUDN University agronomists have shown that the hormone melatonin and the mineral zeolite mitigate the dangerous effects of heavy metals on plants. The first protects cells from destruction by cadmium, and the second increases nutrient availability a.....»»
Keeping control in complex regulatory environments
Modern compliance programs represent a strategic shift in how companies approach regulatory and ethical obligations. They are designed to not only mitigate risks and avoid legal repercussions but also to enhance an organization’s reputation, fo.....»»
Novel framework promotes efficient electromagnetic wave absorption
A research team led by Prof. Wang Junfeng from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a bio-inspired metal-organic framework (Bio-MOF) to achieve efficient absorption of electromagnetic waves......»»
Researchers reveal dust source on Tibetan Plateau
Dust deposited on a glacier's surface can reduce the albedo of the ice and increase absorption efficiency of solar radiation, which has a significant impact on glacier melting and global climate change......»»
Scientists say that the planet Mercury is still shrinking
New research indicates that Mercury's tectonic shifts are ongoing. We've known since the 1970s that the planet Mercury was, at one point, shrinking as its core cooled. But we didn't know if it was still happening...until now. Scientists from Th.....»»
How to watch two astronauts spacewalk to check the ISS for microbes
Two astronauts will perform a spacewalk from the International Space Station, collecting samples from the station's exterior to use in scientific research......»»
Agronomists find microbes to protect tomatoes from dangerous fungus
RUDN University agronomists and colleagues from Tunisia have discovered a way to stop the spread of a phytopathogenic fungus Botrytis cinerea. It affects crops, especially tomatoes. The Trichoderma fungus and the Pseudomonas bacterium can protect the.....»»
How llamas help mitigate effects of climate change
Introducing llamas (Llama glama) into land exposed by retreating glaciers can speed the establishment of stable soils and ecosystem formation, mitigating some of the harmful effects of climate change, according to experimental research conducted by s.....»»
Mercury is still shrinking as it cools
Contraction features called "graben" formed (relatively) recently. Enlarge / In addition to craters, Mercury's terrain features faults generated by the planet's cooling. (credit: NASA) The planet Mercury may be hot, but.....»»
Gut bacteria found in wild wolves may be key to improving domestic dogs" health
Gut microbes found in wild wolves may be the key to alleviating a debilitating gastrointestinal condition common to domestic dogs, according to a study led by researchers at Oregon State University—Cascades......»»
Mercury: Shrinking planet is still getting smaller, according to new research
Planetary scientists have long known that Mercury has been shrinking for billions of years. Despite being the closest planet to the sun, its interior has been cooling down as internal heat leaks away. This means that the rock (and, within that, the m.....»»
Veriff unveils fraud mitigation solutions
Veriff launched its new Fraud Protect & Fraud Intelligence packages. These offerings provide organizations tools and expertise to mitigate fraud attempts and verify more genuine users efficiently. Each package is tailored towards meeting the specific.....»»
Metal-loving microbes offer a green way to refine rare earth elements
Rare earth elements are essential components of electric cars, wind turbines and smartphones. Retrieving these metals from raw ore requires processing with acids and solvents......»»
The "Grandmother Hypothesis": Skin behind the ears and between the toes can host a collection of unhealthy microbes
Grandmother was right: Scrubbing behind the ears and between the toes may help keep the skin in those regions healthy, or so says a new study by a team at the George Washington University......»»
Your microbes live on after you die—a microbiologist explains how your necrobiome recycles your body
Each human body contains a complex community of trillions of microorganisms that are important for your health while you're alive. These microbial symbionts help you digest food, produce essential vitamins, protect you from infection and serve many o.....»»