To Survive More Frequent Hurricanes, Puerto Rico Needs to Rethink Preparedness
Our leaders ignored the lessons learned from Hurricane María, and Fiona caused more destruction than it should have.....»»
Canadians worry US democracy cannot survive Trump"s return to White House, poll finds
Canadians worry US democracy cannot survive Trump"s return to White House, poll finds.....»»
2023"s record heat partly driven by "mystery" process: NASA scientist
It's no secret human activity is warming the planet, driving more frequent and intense extreme weather events and transforming ecosystems at an extraordinary rate......»»
Old times revived for climate adaptation
Extreme rainfall events are becoming more extreme and periods of drought are becoming more frequent. To keep the Dutch delta livable, adaptations will be needed, such as extra water buffers. The Netherlands has a long history of struggle against wate.....»»
Study finds 10 Bacillus strains can regulate antioxidative system in response to acid stresses
Soil acidification is widely occurring in diverse terrestrial ecosystems and soil microbial communities have been reported to be highly sensitive to changes in soil pH. Soil microbes could regulate their physiological conditions to make them survive.....»»
Study discovers how a system of proteins helps Salmonella survive inside macrophages
Salmonella is notorious for surviving and replicating in macrophages, which are normally lethal to invading bacteria because of their inhospitable environment. In a new study, researchers have discovered how a system of proteins, called TamAB, helps.....»»
A single-celled microbe is helping corals survive climate change, study finds
Researchers have discovered a single-celled microbe that can help corals survive ocean-warming events like bleaching. The new study, led by scientists at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and the Inst.....»»
Notorious cell subpopulation key to antibiotic failure, say scientists
Antibiotic overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance, but classic antibiotic resistance might not completely explain why antibiotics sometimes fail. Sub-populations of bacteria called persister cells can survive in the presence of lethal doses of ant.....»»
How fruit bats evolved to consume so much sugar may have implications for diabetes research
A high-sugar diet is bad news for humans, leading to diabetes, obesity and even cancer. Yet fruit bats survive and even thrive by eating up to twice their body weight in sugary fruit every day......»»
Plantations are putting primate infants at risk, finds study
Frequent visits to oil palm plantations are leading to a sharp increase in mortality rates among infant southern pig-tailed macaques (Macaca nemestrina) in the wild, according to a new study published in Current Biology. In addition to increased risk.....»»
Here’s proof the iPhone can survive being dropped from an airplane at 16,000 feet
Ever wondered whether an iPhone could possibly survive being sucked out of a depressurized commercial aircraft at 16,000 feet? Me neither. But, now we know......»»
Can Florida"s corals survive climate change? Fate of one small reef may hold the answer
When marine scientist Ian Enochs jumped into the water at Cheeca Rocks, a small reef in the Florida Keys known for vibrantly colorful corals, what he saw shook him to the core......»»
Scotland"s climate changing faster than predicted
Scotland's climate is changing faster than scientists predicted, with increasing likelihood of more frequent and more extreme weather events, according to new analysis by The James Hutton Institute in Aberdeen......»»
How tomato plants use their roots to ration water during drought
Plants have to be flexible to survive environmental changes, and the adaptive methods they deploy must often be as changeable as the shifts in climate and condition to which they adapt. To cope with drought, plant roots produce a water-repellent poly.....»»
The mighty coast redwoods are born to change. But can they evolve fast enough to survive climate warming?
Coast redwoods—enormous, spectacular trees, some reaching nearly 400 feet, the tallest plants on the planet—thrive mostly in a narrow strip of land in the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Most of them grow from southern Oregon down into No.....»»
Larger and more frequent solar storms will make for potential disruptions and spectacular auroras on Earth
Bright auroras, with dancing lights in the sky, characterize the clear winter nights of northern Canada. Longer nights during the fall and winter also favor seeing more auroras, but the show is best outside of light-polluted cities. Impressive aurora.....»»
Bangladesh"s "tiny houses" tackle giant flood challenge
An award-winning architect in Bangladesh, one of the nations most at risk from flooding driven by climate change, has developed an ingenious two-floor housing solution to help people survive what scientists warn is a growing threat......»»
Injection of “smart insulin” regulates blood glucose levels for one week
Tests in animals show the material works like the body's own system. Enlarge / Smart insulin has the potential to make injections far less frequent. (credit: A. Martin UW Photography) People with type I diabetes have to.....»»
New research models critical climate collapse conditions in ecological and biological systems
As humans continue to drive environmental damage through climate change, predicting points of no return becomes more crucial than ever. Worldwide, humanity and nature alike contend with increases in temperature, drought, wildfires, hurricanes, rising.....»»
Research reveals regions in US where heat adaptation and mitigation efforts can most benefit future populations
Extreme heat waves, once considered rare, are now frequent and severe in cities due to climate change. Phoenix faced such a brutal heat wave in July of 2023 when it endured 31 consecutive days of high temperatures of at least 110° F. The severity of.....»»
Puerto Rico case study sheds light on academic-NGO collaborations for disaster resilience
Puerto Rico has faced several human-made and natural crises in recent years, including the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria in 2017. Building disaster resilience and recovery is crucial for community well-being and requires a comprehensive appr.....»»