Measuring conservation in a way that counts
A new study raises questions on whether current conservation science and policy for protected areas could be saving more biodiversity—with political and economic expediency often having taken precedence in the past......»»
Researchers develop innovative approach to measure shallow water depth with satellite data
The top of the atmosphere is the agreed-upon border between Earth's atmosphere and outer space. Satellites traverse this space, facilitating global communications and imaging the planet, measuring changing ice coverage heights and land mass shifts. W.....»»
Rare monkey adapts to fragmented habitat by dieting and reducing activity
A team of scientists with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Oxford Brookes University found that a rare species of monkey in Bolivia has adapted to living in a fragmented forest by dieting and moving less during lean times......»»
Absolutely Bonkers Experiment Measures Antiproton Orbiting Helium Ion
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: In Wednesday's issue of Nature, a new paper describes a potentially useful way of measuring the interactions between normal matter and exotic particles, like antiprotons and unstable items like k.....»»
As drought deepens, Californians are saving less water
California will end winter in a perilous position as record-shattering dryness converges with lagging water conservation efforts in nearly every part of the state, officials said Tuesday......»»
How New Zealand"s review of ecologically important land could invite more mining on conservation land
The government's plans to fast-track a long overdue review of large tracts of ecologically important land, known as "stewardship land," could result in the loss of legal protections for some conservation land......»»
Study finds more "losers" than "winners" among plants in the age of humans
A new analysis spanning more than 86,000 plant species from John Kress, botany curator emeritus at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, and Gary Krupnick, head of the museum's plant conservation unit, finds that on this human-domina.....»»
Ex-dealer sentenced to prison for role in defrauding Toyota out of $4.3 million
Pinson, 46, was convicted of three counts of wire fraud, six counts of mail fraud, one count of aggravated identity theft and two counts of conspiring to commit money laundering......»»
Republican county clerk indicted in voting-machine breach, arrest warrant issued
Tina Peters indicted on 10 counts for "deceptive scheme" to leak confidential data. Enlarge / Tina Peters. (credit: Tina Peters' campaign website) A grand jury in Colorado yesterday indicted Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters on 10.....»»
Climate change threat to seabirds must be properly considered for their conservation to be effective
A new study shows how knowledge of climate change threats could be better connected with conservation efforts to help protect seabirds and other at-risk species......»»
Neuron counts reveal brain complexity evolution in land vertebrates
Researchers from the Charles University in Prague reconstructed the evolution of brain neuron numbers in amniotes and revealed that mammals and birds have dramatically increased neuron numbers in brain parts associated with higher cognition. These fi.....»»
Every second counts in Jaguar Racing Formula E
Races can be won or lost with fractions of seconds separating first, second, and third. Many factors determine who stands on the podium, awarded with points and champagne, and who returns to the pit on a recovery truck. One factor that plays a critic.....»»
"Wave reserves" may help ensure conservation of ecologically valuable coastal areas
Scientists at the University of Portsmouth believe a strategy used to protect popular surfing spots could now be more widely adopted to help preserve endangered coastal environments......»»
New details on the formation of "metal soaps" in oil paint that hinder the conservation of artworks
When you think of soaps, you may first picture the liquid foams or solid bars that wash away dirt, grime and bacteria. However, not all soaps are cleansers. In the art conservation world, metal carboxylates, also known as "metal soaps," are undesirab.....»»
Online tutoring study shows cause for optimism
A recent pilot program measuring the results of online tutoring for K-12 students has shown positive, promising results, according to a new study from the University of California San Diego's Rady School of Management......»»
Controversial policy to reconcile mining and biodiversity conservation demonstrates success
Ambatovy mine, a major contributor to Madagascar's economy and a company which positioned itself as a leader in sustainable mining, is on track to deliver 'No Net Loss' of the unique forest habitat destroyed by the mine......»»
Body measurements for all 11,000 bird species released in open-access database
A new database called AVONET contains measurements of more than 90,000 individual birds, allowing researchers to test theories and aid conservation......»»
What bird beaks say about tropical biodiversity
Areas of the globe where fruit-eating birds have wider beaks also have larger palm fruits, a new study shows. This sounds banal, but it provides new insights into tropical biodiversity and clues for solving species conservation, forest restoration an.....»»
Ambitious conservation action sees a brighter future for mangroves and seagrass
Ambitious restoration of mangroves and seagrasses could lead to substantial recovery of these ecosystems New research has found......»»
BirdLife Cyprus sees "worrying" spike in migratory bird killings
Conservation group BirdLife Cyprus reported Wednesday a "worrying increase" in illegal bird trappings last year, blaming authorities for reducing fines for killing protected species......»»
Paramount+ counts down to Halo’s premiere with new teaser
There are only 30 days until Halo premieres on Paramount+, and if Master Chief can find the Halo, then he can end the war with the alien Covenant......»»