Study find high occurrence of PFAS in biofilters for stormwater treatment
In collaboration with researchers at Ohio State University and the Swedish construction company NCC, researchers in Urban Water Engineering at Luleå University of Technology have conducted a comprehensive study on the occurrence, concentration and d.....»»
Permafrost thaw impacts alpine runoff and water retention
Permafrost, a unique geological phenomenon found in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and other high-altitude cold regions, significantly influences the generation of runoff and hydrological processes in frozen watersheds. Its ability to retain water differ.....»»
These are my favorite Find My accessories this holiday season [Updated]
There’s a robust ecosystem of Find My accessories on the market nowadays. All of these accessories would make great holiday gifts this year across all kinds of different form factors. What’s a better gift than giving someone a way to keep trac.....»»
Jovian vortex hunters contribute to storm study
Jumping Jupiter! The results are in, storm chasers! Thanks to your help over the last two years, the Jovian Vortex Hunter project has published a catalog of 7,222 vortices, which you can download. Each vortex is an enormous swirling windstorm in Jupi.....»»
World Cup soccer getting faster for men and women alike, historical video footage reveals
If the experience of watching a FIFA World Cup soccer final is intense, spare a thought for the players, who are competing at an ever increasing intensity, according to a new study published in the International Journal of Performance Analysis in Spo.....»»
New model maps monkey habitats to aid conservation efforts
A monkey mapping study could boost conservation of animal species that share their habitats with humans......»»
What to do about organizational charlatans and false performers at work—study shares employee insights
Most people will know someone who talks a big game at work, but when it comes down to it, isn't as competent as they pretend to be. These "organizational charlatans" or "false performers" exist in every kind of organization, and their behaviors can n.....»»
Study maps bed bugs" genomes in unprecedented detail to find out why they just won"t die
Scientists mapped near-gap-free and near-error-free genomes of a susceptible bed bug strain and a superstrain around 20,000 times more insecticide-resistant, offering the broadest look yet at the full scope of their resistance mutations......»»
Children of parents not in a romantic relationship are just as happy as those in nuclear families, finds research
It's become completely normal to find a romantic partner through a bit of swiping on your phone. But could the same be about to happen for parenting? "Elective co-parenting" involves two or more people choosing to have and raise a child together outs.....»»
Antarctica"s tipping points threaten global climate stability
Antarctica is approaching a series of cascading tipping points that could reshape ecosystems and intensify global climate disruptions, according to a new study by an international team of scientists, including researchers from the University of Tasma.....»»
Systematic bias may sway family courts and affect parental rights, particularly for fathers
A new study is exposing how race, gender, and religion intersect to create inequities in custody cases with biases—including racism, Islamophobia, and sexism—often shaping outcomes to the detriment of fathers and their children......»»
Most coastal Arctic infrastructure faces instability by 2100, study warns
A new study has produced the first map of all coastal communities and infrastructure across the Arctic, showing the vulnerability of the built environment to threats from climate change......»»
Captive tilapia study shows cold-blooded animals using behaviorally-induced fever to battle infection
A team of life scientists at East China Normal University has found that at least one type of cold-blooded animal uses behaviorally-induced fever to battle infections. In their paper published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the g.....»»
XAI benefits to hydrological modeling obscured by hype
Hydrologic modelers are increasingly using explainable AI (XAI) to provide additional insight into complex hydrological problems, but a new University of Adelaide study suggests XAI's insights may not be as revolutionary as proponents suggest......»»
UK"s inland bathing sites tainted by chemical pollutants and antibiotic resistant genes, researchers find
The U.K.'s rivers are contaminated with a mixture of chemical pollutants and antibiotic resistant genes, which could be causing severe harm to people and aquatic species, according to the findings of a new study......»»
Study finds digital hyperconnectivity leads to employee "techno-strain"
A new study has shown that employees are experiencing mental and physical techno-strain due to being "hyperconnected" to digital technology, making it difficult for people to switch off from work......»»
Image: Artemis II core stage moves to High Bay 2
In this image from Dec. 11, 2024, the 212-foot-tall SLS (Space Launch System) core stage is lowered into High Bay 2 at the Vehicle Assembly Building at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. With the move to High Bay 2, NASA and Boeing technicians n.....»»
PFAS detected in firefighter gloves, hoods, and wildland gear
The protective clothing worn by wildland firefighters often contains PFAS, according to a new study from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The study also found PFAS in hoods and gloves worn by firefighters who respond to buil.....»»
In standup comedy class, student joy is the punchline
Katherine Cai is on stage, reminiscing about high school......»»
An OLED iPad mini is coming in 2026, says Apple insider
The iPad mini might get an upgrade in the form of a new OLED display in 2026, with other Apple devices receiving the same treatment later......»»
Oppo Now Offers a Repair Service for Find X8 Devices
Worry less about your Oppo Find X8 phone. The post Oppo Now Offers a Repair Service for Find X8 Devices appeared first on Phandroid. When buying expensive smartphones, it always adds some peace of mind when manufacturers offer reliable rep.....»»