Scottish forests protective forts for red squirrels
Twenty natural strongholds would protect red squirrels in Scotland even if grey squirrels were to run rampant across the country, a new study shows......»»
Long-term study shows tree species diversity increases likelihood of planting success
Planting forests with diverse species can help ensure their success, according to a new study published May 18 from the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) and The Nature Conservancy. The discovery is the result of a decade of research f.....»»
Mapping and AI apps suggest ceasing management of forests not enough to offset carbon emissions
A team of atmospheric and climatic scientists from several institutions in Europe has found that even if all human management of forestry land stopped immediately, it would not be sufficient to offset global carbon emissions. In their study, reported.....»»
France moves to ban smoking in woodlands to combat growing climate-related risk of mega fires
French lawmakers have voted to ban smoking in all forests and woods during the fire season, part of a series of proposed measures to tackle growing destruction and dangers from climate change-related blazes......»»
How much wood can we expect from European forests?
The energy crisis has shown Europe the need to become more self-sufficient in resources. Wood is one of those resources, used in the construction sector, for example, and is already largely produced in the EU itself. The demand for wood is still incr.....»»
Smartphone use goes up in city parks, but down in forests
While a visit to the great outdoors is a common prescription for reducing screen use, a pioneering new study finds that time outdoors doesn't always reduce smartphone screentime......»»
Nanonitrator: Novel enhancer of inorganic nitrate"s protective effects, predicated on a swarm learning approach
Radiotherapy is currently the main form of treatment for head and neck malignancies such as nasopharyngeal carcinoma. Within the radiation field of a tumor, salivary glands frequently suffer substantial damage following irradiation, resulting in xero.....»»
Ranchers fear for livestock as Canada wildfires rage
Rancher BJ Fuchs hasn't been able to let his guard down as wildfires advanced in Canada's Alberta province, so far sparing his farm in Shining Bank but scorching forests and grasslands all around it......»»
Bellroy Laptop Caddy review: Well designed MacBook protective sleeve
Bellroy's new Laptop Caddy enables people to carry chargers, cables, pens, and other small accessories without a bulky bag — an ideal MacBook sleeve for minimalists.Bellroy Laptop CaddyAs far back as mainstream consumers were purchasing laptops en.....»»
Bellroy Laptop Caddy review: Well designed & built MacBook protective sleeve
Bellroy's new Laptop Caddy enables people to carry chargers, cables, pens, and other small accessories without a bulky bag — an ideal MacBook sleeve for minimalists.Bellroy Laptop CaddyAs far back as mainstream consumers were purchasing laptops en.....»»
The far north is burning—and turning up the heat on the planet
The Arctic and surroundings are being transformed from carbon sink to carbon emitter. Enlarge / Fire-damaged trees in a boreal forest near the Saskatchewan River in Alberta, Canada. As northern forests burn, they're releasing m.....»»
Preserving pine forests by understanding beetle flight
The mountain pine beetle is one of the main causes of tree mortality in the pine forests of North America. For example, the insect has killed thousands of acres of pine forest in British Columbia and Alberta, and as a result, the areas are more vulne.....»»
Slow-paced nature TV captivates Swedish audiences
Using dozens of cameras set up throughout Sweden's massive forests, weeks-long live broadcasts of elk and other wild animals, or just as often not much at all, have captured Swedish audiences' hearts......»»
Old-growth forests continue to disappear despite EU protection commitments
Old-growth forests are of exceptional importance for biodiversity and climate protection in Europe, but they are increasingly rare. Despite the European Union's (EU) pledge in its Biodiversity Strategy for 2030, legislation to protect old-growth remn.....»»
Progressive climate change: Desertification threatens Mediterranean forests
With a view toward predicting the consequences of human-made climate change for Mediterranean ecosystems, Earth scientists from Heidelberg University have studied natural climate and vegetation fluctuations of the past 500,000 years. Their primary fo.....»»
Crushed Scottish fossils reconstructed to reveal ancient predator"s skull
Meet the "tadpole from hell," or to give the species its full name, Crassigyrinus scoticus. Digital reconstructions of broken fossils have revealed more about the life of this ancient crocodile-like predator......»»
Examining the nuances of the forest-water connection
The infrastructure that brings drinking water to homes is an investment. For millions of people, forests are part of the system behind their faucets. Over the coming decades, many forested watersheds could be lost to development, lowering water quali.....»»
Researchers pin down PFAS prevalence in firefighter gear
A firefighter's protective clothing, called turnout gear, is essential for operating in the dangerous conditions of a fire. However, the firefighting community has raised concerns regarding the presence of a class of chemicals called per- and polyflu.....»»
Casetify Snap case for MacBook and iPad review: Playful, yet protective
Casetify is known for its wide range of art and pop culture-themed iPhone cases, and its new line of Snap MacBook and Ultra Impact iPad cases carry the company's designs onto a larger surface.Review: Casetify protective cases for MacBook and iPad Rea.....»»
Extracting potent COVID-fighting pharmaceuticals for protective sprays
David Needham, professor of mechanical engineering and materials science at Duke University, has demonstrated that a metabolic inhibiting drug called niclosamide, traditionally used to treat gut parasites, can readily be extracted and dissolved from.....»»
A Rare Glimpse into Afghanistan"s Spectacular, Vanishing Forests
Afghanistan’s rare and majestic woodlands can’t shake the echoes of war, desperation and poverty.....»»