The value of failure in conservation programs
Conservation programs need—and often incentivize—community involvement. For example, a program in Zanzibar, Tanzania, asked communities to protect their village forests in exchange for access to the carbon credits market. Despite community enthus.....»»
We rely on expert predictions to guide conservation, but even experts have biases and blind spots
When faced with uncertainty, we often look for predictions by experts: from election result forecasts, to the likely outcomes of medical treatment. In nature conservation, we turn to expert opinion to assess extinction risk, or predict the long-term.....»»
Adafruit ATtiny1616 Breakout with seesaw
The ATtiny1616 Breakout with seesaw is a different kind of microcontroller board. Rather than being a target for standalone programs, this breakout board is designed to be an intelligent port expander for other microcontroller boards. This is achiev.....»»
Private lands stalling Brazil"s conservation efforts, says study
As Brazil seeks ways to protect its crucial Amazon Forest, a new study shows that excusing private landowners from conserving their precious land has come at a steep cost to global sustainability......»»
Looking to boost revenue as an online retailer? Charge an upfront membership fee in exchange for unlimited free shipping
Researchers from NC State University and Texas A&M University published a new Journal of Marketing article that examines membership fee shipping programs and the effect on consumers' purchase behaviors and company net revenue......»»
Three ways to put people at the center of ocean ecosystem conservation in Indonesia
As the world's largest archipelago, Indonesia has taken steps to protect its marine resources. More than 23.14 million hectares are covered as marine protected areas (MPAs)......»»
Threat hunting programs can save organizations from costly security breaches
Cybersecurity threats to organizations are only increasing, not only in number but in scope, according to Team Cymru. The true cost of cyber breaches Proactive threat hunting helps organizations save money by preventing security breaches and reducing.....»»
Developer creates “self-healing” programs that fix themselves thanks to AI
"Wolverine" experiment can fix Python bugs on the fly and re-run the code. Enlarge / An AI-generated and human composited image of "Wolverine programming on a computer." (credit: Benj Edwards / Midjourney) Debugging a fa.....»»
Apple doubles investment in its carbon-removal Restore Fund
Apple is to invest up to $200 million in expanding its Restore Fund, the project that between Apple and partners including Conservation International, aims to fund "nature-based carbon removal projects."Source: Apple/Arbaro Advisors.The Restore Fund.....»»
Third massive whale in a month beaches itself, dies in Bali
A 17-meter-long (56-foot-long) sperm whale died after washing up on a beach in Bali, a conservation official said Sunday, making it the third whale that beached itself on the Indonesian island in just a little over a week......»»
NASA Is Getting Really Serious About Tracking Air Pollution
With new satellites and programs, the agency is tackling air quality from all angles—for the health of people and the planet......»»
Biodiversity auditing is key to success of new conservation plans in the UK, says new research
New research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) suggests a way to greatly improve the outcomes of biodiversity conservation efforts globally......»»
Appreciating human stewardship of nature: Study challenges traditional conservation paradigm
The traditional conservation paradigm of "leaving nature alone" can be unrealistic and counter-productive, especially in a time of increasingly rapid ecosystem change, according to a new study by Stanford University scientists and colleagues, publish.....»»
Massive sperm whale beaches itself, dies in Bali
Indonesian animal experts were preparing Thursday to conduct an autopsy on an 18-metre (59-foot) whale that died after washing up on a beach in Bali, conservation officials said......»»
Re-evaluating immature and ineffective insider risk management programs
Managing insider risk is becoming increasingly difficult. In fact, insider risk is emerging as one of the most challenging threats to detect, mitigate and manage, according to Code42. Although more than 72% of companies indicate they have an Insider.....»»
Make creativity part of study programs for scientists-in-training, say researchers
The bioinformatician Professor Dr. Martin Lercher from Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) and his colleague Professor Dr. Itai Yanai from New York University (NYU) are focusing on the topic of creativity in research. In the latest editorial.....»»
Pandemic prevention agreement must address wildlife trade
A new paper in The Lancet Planetary Health by an international team of scientists from the University of Washington, Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), and other institutions says that any future pandemic prevention agreement must address the wildl.....»»
Food forests are bringing shade and sustenance to US cities, one parcel of land at a time
More than half of all people on Earth live in cities, and that share could reach 70% by 2050. But except for public parks, there aren't many models for nature conservation that focus on caring for nature in urban areas......»»
Genesis hints at GV80 Coupe with concept
The four-seat coupe is billed as a more athletic version of the GV80 crossover. "It is a statement of intent for more emotional, performance-oriented models and a preview of Genesis' future programs," the automaker said......»»
A Valuable Early-Warning System for Disease Outbreaks Could Be Shut Down
Uncertain funding means wastewater surveillance programs could close in the future.....»»
Apple TV+ "Jane" trailer hints at action-filled conservation from April 14
Apple has released a trailer for "Jane," an Apple TV+ series inspired by the work of conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE.Jane [Apple TV+]Set to premiere on Apple TV+ on Friday April 14, Apple has started to promote the show's release with an offici.....»»