Invasive zebra mussels found in pet shops nationwide
Zebra mussels, those invaders that have wreaked havoc on the Great Lakes, have found a new way to further their damaging spread: pet shops......»»
Best way to estimate costs for invasive plant removal? Get out and dig
Plants are designed to travel. They might not stand up and walk, but many plants produce seeds or other bits that can be carried long distances by wind or animals and start growing. While that might be great news for the plant, escapes like these can.....»»
Team develops biocompatible adhesive applicable to hair transplants
Medical adhesives are materials that can be applied to various uses such as wound healing, hemostasis, vascular anastomosis, and tissue engineering, and they are expected to contribute greatly to the development of minimally invasive surgery and orga.....»»
"Warm Blob" marine heatwave helps invasive algae take over Baja Californian waters
An unusually long period of warm waters caused invasive species of algae to completely replace a community of native kelp surrounding a Mexican island, according to results published in Botanica Marina......»»
"Non-native species aren"t the boogie man." Biologist calls for a more balanced view
Awareness of non-native—often called "invasive"—species has vastly increased over the past half-century, to the point where anyone with a green conscience has heard of them and their negative impacts......»»
VLC developer gets serious over nationwide ban
VideoLAN sends legal notice to Indian ministries over VLC ban......»»
New FDA baby formula warning: Stop using this recalled formula right now
It hasn’t been a great year for parents with newborn babies. The massive Abbott baby formula recall in early 2022 triggered a nationwide product shortage. We then saw additional recalls and baby formula warnings. Mother’s Touch baby formula is th.....»»
More EV charging stations coming nationwide, electrifying 75K miles of highways
Access to 500,000 chargers could lay the groundwork to convert Americans to EVs. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) For drivers choosing electric vehicles, convenient access to reliable charging stations rem.....»»
Grand Canyon’s explosive gastroenteritis was a 3-month, multisource outbreak
The outbreak mirrored a nationwide surge in norovirus outbreaks. Enlarge / The Grand Canyon viewed from the South Rim adjacent to the El Tovar Hotel on November 11, 2019, in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. (credit: Getty | George.....»»
New nationwide strategy brings scientists and communities together to help reduce landslide risks
Landslides are inevitable, but landslide disasters are not. With this in mind, the U.S. Geological Survey has released a new report that details the strategic actions necessary to equitably reduce the Nation's risk from landslide hazards......»»
Twitter is building a menu option for Twitter Shops
Twitter is still working on bringing shopping to its platform. Just like TikTok and Instagram......»»
5 ways tech can combat addiction treatment’s staffing shortage
Addiction and substance use disorders are increasing nationwide and healthcare workers are burning out. Chatbots, wearables and other tech can help. Addiction and substance use disorders are increasing nationwide and healthcare workers are burnin.....»»
Tracking the origin of southern California"s latest invasive pest
In 2012, a crop of California's most prized ornamental trees was overrun by an invisible invader. The growing shoots of coral beans—the official city tree of Los Angeles—began wilting and falling away, revealing stems that had been hollowed out f.....»»
Little rodent, big appetite: Researchers identify the dietary impacts of invasive mice on the Farallon Islands
On an island 30 miles off the coast of San Francisco, a hoard of invasive house mice are packing an ecological wallop far larger than what their small statures would suggest. These are the conclusions of a study led by LSU Associate Professor of Ocea.....»»
Chicago"s sewage district fails to warn gardeners free sludge contains toxic forever chemicals
Bags of the earthy muck are labeled organic or natural. Sometimes it is billed as exceptional quality compost. Industry held a nationwide contest years ago and decided to call it biosolids, a euphemism that beat out black gold, geoslime and humanure......»»
Efficient species monitoring method proves its worth for conservation management
Genetic information is a critical part of conservation research but has proven invasive and costly—until now......»»
Award-winning Pok Pok Playroom iOS app for kids gets ‘Space’ update for Busy Book toy
Following the launch of great new additions this year like a music Sequencer, Shops toy, and Marble Machine, Pok Pok Playroom for kids has received another major update today. The Busy Book toy now has a new Space section that offers fun open-end.....»»
Middlesex University spotlights 12 interior design and architecture projects
Dezeen School Shows: an animal therapy support centre that aims to benefit people's mental and physical health and a scheme that converts empty high street shops feature in Dezeen's latest school show by students at Middlesex University. Read more.....»»
Invasive reptile and amphibian species are causing billions of dollars in damages globally
Economic growth and globalization have connected the world's most distant places. Rapid trade and transport have boosted economic growth globally, but not without consequences: many species have been introduced to new regions, far from where they evo.....»»
Can wild potato relatives help tame zebra chip disease?
A new study led by Texas A&M AgriLife researchers has revealed some resistance to zebra chip disease among certain wild species of potato......»»
GameStop Clearance Event: take an extra 50% off sale prices
Through Saturday, September 10, enjoy an extra 25% off clearance prices in-store at any GameStop nationwide......»»