Researcher looks at economic impact of reduced humanitarian assistance in East Africa
When humanitarian assistance is reduced, the impact can extend from the household level to the broader local economy, according to a study led by Anubhab Gupta, assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics......»»
Climate change threatens global food supply: Scientists call for urgent action
As climate change accelerates, scientists are sounding the alarm about its potentially devastating impact on the world's food supply. In a paper published by Trends in Plant Science, an international team of researchers warns that without rapid chang.....»»
Samsung unveils One UI 7 for its Android phones – and it looks a lot like iOS 18
Samsung on Thursday unveiled One UI 7, the new version of its custom experience for the company’s Android phones. One UI 7 comes with a lot of new features such as AI writing assistance tools, but the update also brings some design changes – and.....»»
Rapid surge in global warming mainly due to reduced planetary albedo, researchers suggest
2023 set a number of alarming new records. The global mean temperature also rose to nearly 1.5 degrees Celsius above the preindustrial level, another record......»»
Four new mushroom species discovered in Sweden
A researcher at Uppsala University has discovered four new mushrooms, three of which are found in Sweden—where they are already threatened with extinction. It is a case of hidden species diversity in the group of hydnoid fungi......»»
Study investigating climate change models suggests impact studies should include high-sensitivity climate models
High-sensitivity climate models should not be excluded when projecting future regional climate impacts because the level of warming measured globally is not always the only good indicator of regional changes, a new study suggests......»»
Gene editing and plant domestication essential to protect food supplies in a worsening climate, scientists say
We all need to eat, but the impact of the climate crisis on our crops is throwing the world's food supply into question. Modern crops, domesticated for high food yields and ease of harvesting, lack the genetic resources to respond to the climate cris.....»»
Mitel MiCollab zero-day and PoC exploit unveiled
A zero-day vulnerability in the Mitel MiCollab enterprise collaboration suite can be exploited to read files containing sensitive data, watchTowr researcher Sonny Macdonald has disclosed, and followed up by releasing a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit.....»»
Q&A: Researcher discusses protecting the health of wildlife ecosystems
The plague is one of the deadliest bacterial infections in human history. An estimated 50 million Europeans died from it in the mid-1300s when it was known as the "Black Death.".....»»
Social science research on trans and gender diverse youth highlights importance of inclusive policies
Trans and gender-diverse youth (TGDY) face unique challenges that impact their mental health, well-being, and access to essential resources. Research underscores the critical role of gender affirmation in improving outcomes for TGDY, showing that sup.....»»
Seagrass is fantastic at carbon capture—and it’s at risk of extinction
An underwater gardening experiment along the East Coast aims at restoration. In late September, seagrass ecologist Alyssa Novak pulled on her neoprene wetsuit, pressed her snorkel.....»»
Archaeological remains in Alaska show humans and dogs bonded 12,000 years ago
"Dog is man's best friend" may be an ancient cliché, but when that friendship began is a longstanding question among scientists. A study led by a University of Arizona researcher is one step closer to an answer to how Indigenous people in the Americ.....»»
Warming oceans are changing marine habitats. A new study explores the impact on thousands of species
Every year, human activities release billions of tons of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. These gases trap heat from the Sun, making the Earth warmer than it would be without them. Over 90% of the extra heat from greenhouse gases gets absorbed b.....»»
ZnO-based nanoplatforms show potential for early cancer screening
In the ongoing battle against cancer, early detection remains a crucial factor in improving survival rates and reducing the economic burden on health care systems......»»
Purple crabs clobber blue carbon: Study shows how they disrupt carbon cycling in salt marshes along US East Coast
Millions of purple marsh crabs are churning through salt marshes along the East Coast, significantly disrupting the storage of carbon within these ecosystems......»»
Looking for work? Your mindset could be hampering your search
Searching for a job can be arduous, particularly amid economic and technological change. A significant obstacle many job seekers face lies in their own restrictive beliefs about securing employment. These sometimes unconscious assumptions can hinder.....»»
A PC ‘recession’ could make hardware way more expensive, says researcher
Proposed tariffs on China and Mexico could lead to a PC market recession, according to a GPU market researcher......»»
Ocean density identified as a key driver of carbon capture by marine plankton
New findings, published in Royal Society Open Science, have revealed that changes in ocean density have a significant impact on the rate at which marine plankton incorporate carbon into their shells. This has profound implications for carbon cycling.....»»
Research reveals gender gaps in perceptions of economic security and social protections across countries
Gender gaps are known to persist in social and economic outcomes in most countries, but less well known is how women and men perceive their economic security and their benefits from social programs......»»
Leading the charge: How regenerative business leadership can improve social, environmental, and economic systems
By restoring ecosystems, empowering communities, and driving sustainable economic growth, regenerative business practices create long-term value. But these shifts demand more than strategic tweaks; they require visionary leadership capable of steerin.....»»
Researcher: Why you should talk to people you disagree with about politics
If you talked to friends or family about politics over Thanksgiving, you might not have changed each other's minds. But don't be discouraged—and consider talking with them again as the holiday season continues......»»