Research shows fishing boats in the harbor haul tourists into Danish hotels
The presence of active fishing boats in local harbors is a boon for Danish tourism, according to a research study from the University of Copenhagen. Indeed, the value of Denmark's commercial fishery shouldn't just be measured by its catch, but by its.....»»
When rescue from modern slavery does not mean freedom: Research flags harsh reality of post-rescue life
People freed from modern slavery are often cast into years of bureaucratic wrangling and legal limbo or forced back into exploitative work, highlighting the need for anti-trafficking organizations to give greater focus to post-rescue support, new res.....»»
Method enhances solubility of pea protein for use in food and beverages
Research conducted at the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) in São Paulo state, Brazil, shows that heat treatment of pea protein and addition of guarana extract result in a compound with significant potential to be used as an ingredient of plan.....»»
Mangroves save $855 billion in flood protection globally, report finds
Mangroves have been shown to provide $855 billion in flood protection services worldwide, according to a new study from the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience at UC Santa Cruz. The research, conducted by project co-lead, Pelayo Menendez and center.....»»
Global study points to a clear solution for the massive decline in sharks and rays
A new global study blames overfishing for a more than 50% decline in sharks and rays since 1970, but also shows a clear path to preventing their numbers dwindling further. James Cook University's Professor Colin Simpfendorfer was co-author of the ana.....»»
Environmental pollutant decreases by half after passing through digestive tract of marine worm in Japan, study finds
Dr. Atsuko Nishigaki and their research team from Toho University, discovered that the marine worm Marphysa sp. E, an annelid living in the tidal flat sediments of Tokyo Bay, rapidly decreased the concentration of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PA.....»»
Surface Pro alternative: This Asus Chromebook is another $70 off today
Browse the web, take video calls, and enjoy HD movies and shows with the cost-efficient Asus Chromebook CM3001 Laptop, now on sale at Best Buy for just $230......»»
X-ray data-enhanced computational method can determine crystal structures of multiphase materials
A joint research team led by Yuuki Kubo and Shiji Tsuneyuki of the University of Tokyo has developed a new computational method that can efficiently determine the crystal structures of multiphase materials, powders that contain more than one type of.....»»
Discovery of key protein complex shows evolution and adaptability of photosynthetic organisms
A team of researchers has revealed the structure of a modified and evolved version of Photosystem I (PS I), a key protein complex used by plants and cyanobacteria to convert sunlight into chemical energy. This discovery sheds light on the evolution a.....»»
Researchers crack the code of how fish embryos actively control their hatch timing
Dr. Matan Golan of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Agricultural Research Organization—Volcani Institute led a team of researchers who uncovered how fish embryos determine the ideal moment to hatch......»»
That"s no straw: Hummingbirds evolved surprisingly flexible bills to help them drink nectar
Hummingbird bills—their long, thin beaks—look a little like drinking straws. The frenetic speed at which they get nectar out of flowers and backyard feeders may give the impression that the bills act as straws, too. But new research shows just ho.....»»
AI-based chatbot make recommendations for bioimage analysis
Scientists from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M), together with a research team from Ericsson and the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden, have developed an artificial intelligence–based software program that can search for informati.....»»
Meta-analysis of hunter–gatherer societies shows remarkable physical abilities of both genders
A trio of archaeologists at the University of Cambridge, in the U.K. conducted a study of hundreds of papers outlining research into hunter–gatherer societies, finding that people in such groups engage in a variety of physical activities. George Br.....»»
Sociologists find claims of cultural appropriation target powerful without really challenging the status quo
New research finds that claims of cultural appropriation target the powerful without really challenging the status quo......»»
Study identifies pathways to enforce First Nation-led cultural heritage protection
A new research collaboration between the K'ómoks First Nation and Simon Fraser University highlights how Indigenous cultural heritage policies can protect archaeological sites threatened by development, given inadequate provincial heritage protectio.....»»
Study shows chimpanzees perform the same complex behaviors that have brought humans success
A new study suggests that the fundamental abilities underlying human language and technological culture may have evolved before humans and apes diverged millions of years ago. The findings were published 5 December 2024 in the journal PeerJ......»»
Researchers reveal the mechanism of runaway electron generation in tokamak fusion reactors
A research team has clarified the mechanism behind the generation of runaway electrons during the startup phase of a tokamak fusion reactor. The paper, "Binary Nature of Collisions Facilitates Runaway Electron Generation in Weakly Ionized Plasmas," w.....»»
New research explores social dimension of sustainable diets
New research supported by the Interdisciplinary Research Innovation Fund (RAFINS) at the Friedman School highlights an often overlooked aspect of sustainable diets research: How the production and consumption of food impacts people, communities, and.....»»
"Scary" drought empties one of Bosnia"s largest lakes
Staring across what was once one of Bosnia's largest expanses of water, all that Saliha Kuljanin can see is boats left high and dry after months of drought emptied Lake Jablanicko......»»
Particle research gets closer to answering why we"re here: Physicists outline next 10 years of neutrino research
Physicists soon will be closer than ever to answering fundamental questions about the origins of the universe by learning more about its tiniest particles......»»
James Webb spots ancient Spiderweb cluster that’s 10 billion years old
An image from the James Webb Space Telescope shows a group of galaxies called the Spiderweb protocluster, and it dates to when the universe was young......»»