Research shows that brown treesnakes frequently kill prey too large to swallow
Brown treesnakes are not indigenous to Guam. The species arrived shortly after World War II, perhaps aboard shipping vessels. Since then, they have caused the local or total extinction of most native forest bird species......»»
Ammonia production goes green: Biomethane approach offers net-zero emissions
Using biomethane to produce ammonia, a crucial chemical in agriculture, could drastically reduce the climate impact of the process. In a study published in One Earth, researcher Robert Istrate shows it's even possible to make ammonia production net-z.....»»
Novel platinum complex shows strong antiproliferative effects with low toxicity in preclinical prostrate cancer models
Prostate cancer remains a global health challenge, ranking as the second most commonly diagnosed cancer among men. Although treatments like androgen deprivation therapy have been effective for early-stage prostate cancer, advanced stages, such as cas.....»»
Shrubs can help or hinder a forest"s recovery after wildfire
Research from the University of California, Davis, is shedding light on when and where to plant tree seedlings to help restore forests after high-severity wildfires, and it has a lot to do with shrubs......»»
Electric vehicle transition could create unwanted air pollution hotspots in China and India
While electric vehicles have become a cornerstone of the global energy transition, new research led by Princeton University has demonstrated that refining the critical minerals needed for electric vehicle batteries could create pollution hotspots nea.....»»
Moral judgments shape everyday consumption practices, says research
In a new study, a Florida State University marketing researcher and her colleagues have revealed a complex moral landscape underlying everyday consumption practices, particularly relating to self-care, just in time for the holiday shopping season......»»
Simple enrichment reduces boredom and boosts welfare in housed dairy cows
Understanding dairy cow behavior has been a hot topic of dairy science research in the last few decades. In a special issue of JDS Communications dedicated to behavior in dairy animals, a new study highlights the importance of environmental enrichmen.....»»
Femtosecond lasers and ordered nanopillars: A new path for high-speed electron control
The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, in collaboration with the Australian National University, Canberra has demonstrated a novel way of steering a beam of relativistic electron pulses produced by an ultrahigh intensity, femtosecond las.....»»
Research explores nanobubble stability and its real-world implications
Gases are essential for many chemical reactions, and bubbles are one way for these gases to be held in solution. When compared to larger bubbles, nanobubbles have increased stability—meaning that they can remain in a solution longer without popping.....»»
NASA orbiter captures one last image of retired InSight lander on Mars
An image from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter shows one last view of the now-retired InSight lander mission......»»
Apple’s foldable iPad could be the dream all-in-one I’ve always wanted
Rumors have once again surfaced of Apple developing a large foldable iPad. But now we have some new details, and as a heavy iPad user I’m very excited—though several key questions remain. more….....»»
Amazon facing strike threats as Senate report details hidden widespread injuries
Amazon ignores strike threats, denies claims of “uniquely dangerous warehouses.” Just as Amazon warehouse workers are threatening to launch the "first large-scale" unfair labo.....»»
Personalized gifts really do mean that little bit more to your loved ones, says research
Shopping for Christmas presents can be tricky. How do you find the perfect presents for all of your loved ones, with all of their different interests and ages and preferences?.....»»
Scientists can now predict how climate change will alter plant growth cycles
On February 2, 1887, residents of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, consulted a large rodent regarding the arrival of spring, marking the first official celebration of Groundhog Day. According to Rob Guralnick, curator of biodiversity informatics at the Fl.....»»
Scientists propose strategy for increasing rice yield while reducing fertilizer use
Researchers from the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences (RCEES) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a sustainable technology to selectively reduce nitrate to ammonium. This innovation delivers three benefits: It increases ri.....»»
Why does red wine cause headaches? Research points to a compound found in the grapes" skin
Medical accounts of red wine headaches go back to Roman times, but the experience is likely as old as winemaking—something like 10,000 years. As chemists specializing in winemaking, we wanted to try to figure out the source of these headaches......»»
Q&A with archaeologist: Are climate-related calamities erasing Illinois" cultural history?
In a new report, scientists with the Illinois State Archaeological Survey describe how increased flooding, erosion and other effects of human-induced climate change are degrading many of the state's cultural sites. ISAS research archaeologist Andrew.....»»
Planning a holiday? Three ways to reduce your carbon footprint
These holidays, planet Earth looks likely to be hotter than ever before. Research found that in 2024, global temperatures temporarily rose 1.5°C higher than the average from 1850 to 1900—a pre-industrial time when the first global temperatures wer.....»»
How humanities classes benefit students in the workplace and combat loneliness
Stereotypes abound about liberal arts degrees leading to low-paying jobs, despite research showing that humanities majors earn salaries comparable to students in many other majors......»»
New research shows the term "lesbian" is declining in popularity. The reasons why are complex
Run your eyes down a list of famous women who have recently come out and you're likely to see people describe themselves as pansexual, bisexual or queer, or insist on their right not to label their sexuality at all. With one or two notable exceptions.....»»
Many more men are dying on Australian roads than women
Men are killing themselves on the roads in large numbers. Currently, policymakers fail to recognize the different ways men and women use roads, and the resulting ways they are killed or injured......»»