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Trading Exotic Squirrels: Legality and Disease Risks
Oxford researchers reveal the illegal trade of Prevost's squirrels poses risks of disease spread and becoming invasive, with the majority caught wild and sold often outside legal terms.
Green-Made Magnetic Particles with Guava Leaf Enzyme for Cleaning Dyes
Researchers at Galala University have developed a green nanocomposite using guava leaf extract that can effectively remove pollutants and fight bacterial infections.
Evaluating Pesticide Risk for Orchard Sprayers
A study in China reveals that protective clothing, especially gloves, can significantly lower skin contact with pesticides for orchard workers, with exposure levels consistent across apple and citrus orchards.
Clay with Antioxidants for Lasting Body Scrubs
Researchers have developed a clay-based body scrub that effectively preserves natural antioxidants from plants, offering a stable, natural ingredient for cosmetics.
How Natural Waste Impacts DNA Damage in the Lab
Discoveries at Trakya University reveal that extracts from smoketree leaves and pomegranate peels can protect DNA from oxidative damage, hinting at new medical and cosmetic uses.
City Lights Dim Firefly Courtship and Hunting Signals
Urban light pollution is dimming the mating signals of neotropical fireflies, threatening their survival by interfering with their ability to find partners and prey.
Flower Gene Changes in Wet and Dry Conditions
Scientists at Pennsylvania State University reveal how drought impacts plant reproduction, shedding light on the genetic changes during water stress crucial for crop resilience.
Do Local Soils Affect How Plant Leaves Function?
Discover how soil impacts leaf traits in subtropical plants: A study reveals the influence of soil moisture and phosphorus on leaf development and nutrient balance.
Protecting Fish Health with Milk Thistle After Pesticide Exposure
Exploring a natural remedy, a study finds that Silymarin from milk thistle can protect fish from the harmful effects of the pesticide Deltamethrin, improving their health and blood quality.
Cleaning Brassware Factory Water with Engineered Wetlands
Moroccan researchers find that constructed wetlands with specific plants can effectively purify wastewater from the brassware industry, removing heavy metals and other pollutants.
Boosting Strawberry Growth Against Salt with Special Lights
Researchers find that different colored LED lights can help strawberry plants grow better under stressful salty or alkaline soil conditions, offering a potential boost for agriculture.
Boosting a Plant's Germ-Killing Power with Metals
Wild thyme emerges as a natural, cost-effective solution for purifying water by removing toxic heavy metals and also exhibits antibacterial properties after treatment.
Creating Rust-Proof Coatings from Plants for Steel
Scientists discover that extracts from plants like Marjoram can act as eco-friendly shields, preventing up to 92% of metal corrosion in acidic environments.
New Eco-Friendly Mint Biochar Cleans Up Water Dye Pollution
Researchers have developed a new method to clean water by turning mint stalks and lemon peels into biochar, which can remove up to 93.6% of harmful dyes.
New Method Identifies Over 300 Pesticides in Air
Scientists have developed a new method to measure over 300 types of pesticides in the air, helping us understand and manage potential health and environmental risks.
Last Natural Springs Survive Neglect and Mismanagement
Mexico City's natural springs, vital for biodiversity and local communities, face threats from urbanization and poor water management, despite their good ecological quality.
Future Heatwaves and Their Effect on Comfort in India
A study reveals that over 90% of India's population may face uncomfortably warm nights by 2100, with severe heatwaves hitting densely populated areas, unless significant emission reductions are made.
Natural Bacteria as a Weapon Against Olive Moth Pests
Researchers explore using natural bacteria to combat the olive leaf moth, a serious pest for olive crops, offering a potential eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides.
Honeybees as a Source of Natural Probiotic Yeasts
Researchers have identified yeast strains from honeybees with potential as probiotics, showing resilience in simulated human gut conditions and promising health benefits.
How Stress Hormones and Habitat Affect Bird Conservation
Researchers found that high stress hormone levels in birds indicate abundant suitable habitat, offering a new tool for assessing wildlife conservation needs.
Hormone Reactions to Changing Environments
McMaster University researchers explore how hormones enable wildlife to adapt to environmental changes, showing the significance for conservation in our changing world.
How Environmental Factors Disrupt Hormones in Fish and Frogs
Chemicals disrupting hormones in humans and wildlife increasingly threaten development and reproduction in the Anthropocene, affecting aquatic life and necessitating updated definitions and testing methods.
Mapping Mangroves from Space to Support Climate Resilience
Mauritius study shows tech can monitor and restore vital mangrove forests, key in protecting shorelines from tsunamis and storms, with high accuracy mapping.
Creating Green Nanoparticles for Better Jasmine and Peppermint Pest Control
A study shows nanoformulated jasmine and peppermint oils effectively kill mosquito larvae, offering an eco-friendly alternative to chemical insecticides.
How Hybrid Aspen Trees Clean Up Industrial and Farm Pollution
Hybrid aspens show promise for cleaning up soil heavy metal contamination in Estonia's hemiboreal climate, despite needing longer periods for significant restoration.
How Fish Brain and Gills React to Acidic Seawater
Researchers reveal how fish respond to ocean acidification, with marine medaka showing a swift gill reaction to CO2 changes, and a slower, long-term brain adaptation.
Restoring Drought-Impacted Soil Alters Its Microbes
Discover how soil bacteria in Brazil's drylands react to deforestation and restoration: While land degradation favors specialists, restoration encourages resilient generalists, improving soil health.
Assessing Soil Health in Soybean-Wheat Farms with Various Tillage Methods
Recent studies show that integrating organic management in agriculture enhances soil health, though chemical methods boost short-term crop yield, suggesting a need for balance.
Behavior of African Malaria Mosquito Swarms in Uganda
Research in Uganda reveals insights into the mating swarms of malaria mosquitoes, key to developing better pest control and limiting spread of the disease.
How Manure from Antibiotic-Treated Cattle Affects Soil Microbes
A Virginia Tech study reveals how soil types and moisture levels affect how agricultural antibiotic use transforms local ecosystems, like changing soil microbe compositions and nutrient cycling. This could inform smarter farm manure management.
How Losing Habitats Reduces Plant Variety and Ground Growth
Exploring habitats in northern China, scientists found that while habitat loss reduces plant variety and biomass, fragmentation unexpectedly increases variety but decreases soil moisture and biomass.
Creating Weather-Ready Farming Strategies Through Strong Decisions
Researchers at the University of Tehran evaluate water-saving strategies for agriculture, finding that shifting to Dry-DSR irrigation could offer a robust solution against climate-induced water shortages.
Exploring Nutrients and Metals in Coastal Sea Fish
Recent research reveals that marine fish species Rastrelliger kanagurta, Sardinella abella, and Otolithes ruber have safe levels of nutrients and trace metals for consumption.
How Varying Nitrogen and Straw Depths Influence Paddy Field Ecosystems
Exploring the soil depths: A study reveals how the amount and depth of nitrogen used affects the tiny organisms breaking down straw in paddy fields, which is vital for soil health.
Testing for River Fish DNA and RNA in Environmental Samples
A study reveals the sensitivity of genetic material from environmental sources in detecting fish species, highlighting the benefits and challenges of this non-invasive biodiversity monitoring method.
Better Planning for Nature: A Cure-All or a Can of Worms?
Incorporating mainstreaming and landscape-scale thinking could enhance England's nature strategy, a study from Northumbria University suggests, aiming to tackle fragmentation and encourage long-term planning.
Sustainable Farming on Tropical Swampy Land Cuts Carbon Emissions
A study on Sumatran coconut plantations reveals how integrated water management can reduce CO2 emissions from peatlands, balancing agriculture with climate goals.
Boosting Barley Growth in Salty Soils With Natural Acids
Researchers have found that combining humic and fulvic acids with phosphorus fertilizers can significantly boost barley yields in salty soils, offering a sustainable farming solution.
Assessing Health Risks from Metals in Saffron Grown with Wastewater
Using domestic wastewater to irrigate saffron in India improves crop growth without exceeding safety limits for heavy metals, posing no significant health risks.
Assessing Sustainable Growth in Farming and Rural Areas
A study examines green development in China's agriculture over a decade, finding positive growth but also regional disparities, urging balanced policies for sustainable rural advancement.
Exploring the Future of Coral Reefs in a Changing Climate
Researchers suggest a new approach to predict coral reef fate under climate change, highlighting the need to incorporate uncertainty into models for effective conservation.
Evaluating How Conservation Helps Reduce Soil Erosion
Researchers in Brazil use innovative modeling to plan how to combat severe soil erosion, with strategies like reforestation showing promise in reducing soil loss.
Boosting Corn Silage Yield with Rabbit Manure and Fertilizer
Sustainable farming advances as research reveals blending organic manure and mineral fertilizers boosts maize yield and improves nutrient efficiency, reducing environmental damage.
How Bacteria Build Up in a Wastewater Cleaning System
Lund University researchers unlock the mystery of biofilm formation in wastewater treatment, revealing how bacterial communities evolve for effective nitrogen removal.
How Expanding Rubber Farms Transform Southern India
As rubber plantations expand, doubling in area over 50 years, local economies see a boost. However, the environmental trade-offs are severe, leading to significant ecological damage.
Clean Water Using Sunlight and Spinach-Based Filter
Spinach leaves are the surprising hero in a novel pollution-fighting technique, developed by Egyptian and Japanese scientists. This method uses spinach-based material to break down harmful dyes in water, achieving up to 98.31% removal efficiency.
How Kelp Forests Bounce Back in Quickly Warming Seas
Nova Scotia's kelp forests are adapting to climate change, with a shift from cold-tolerant to warm-tolerant species. Despite global trends, some areas show recovery, thanks to local conditions and decreased sea urchin grazing.
Coral Larvae Adapt to Acidic and Warmer Seas
Scientists uncover how coral larvae respond at a genetic level to ocean warming and acidification, key to predicting coral reef survival in a changing climate.
How Rice Husk Biochar Affects Fertilizer Emissions and Cabbage Growth
Researchers at Chungnam National University found that biochar with a neutral pH can reduce ammonia emissions from soils, while a basic biochar boosts crop yields, offering a sustainable farming solution.
Monitoring Drug Pollutants in the Great Lakes Through Mussels
A new study reveals that mussels in the Great Lakes are filled with a mix of drugs and personal care chemicals, prompting concerns about environmental health.
How Whaling and Krill Fishing Impact Whale-Krill Relationships
Discovering the complexity of Antarctic marine life, a study explores the "krill paradox" where krill numbers dropped, despite fewer whales, suggesting intricate ecological dynamics at play.
Link Between Air Toxins and Metabolic Health Risks
Recent findings show that exposure to certain airborne chemicals may increase the risk of developing metabolic syndrome, a condition linked to heart disease and diabetes.
How Salt and Organic Waste Affect Ammonia Treatment in Industrial Water
Researchers discover that in super salty wastewater, ammonia-eating microbes can still thrive, especially a hardy type better suited for handling high salinity, improving water treatment.
How Cutting Down Trees Affects Kids' Malaria Based on Income and Mosquito Traits
Deforestation in sub-Saharan Africa significantly raises malaria risk for the poorest children, with a 27%-33% increase noted among those under five years old, highlighting the intertwined nature of environment, poverty, and health.
How Freshwater Fish Build Up Metals and Recover After Floods
Scientists reveal how environmental events like floods can sharply alter metal concentration in fish, impacting the health of aquatic systems and, in turn, human consumers.
Toxic Chemicals Found in Vegetables Watered with Sewage
A study reveals high levels of cancer-causing chemicals in vegetables from industrial areas in India, raising health concerns and calls for better waste management practices.
Monitoring Shows Some Bats Visit Fewer Flowers Over 10 Years
Thai researchers warn of an 80% decline in certain bat species crucial for plant pollination, linking this to habitat changes and underscoring conservation needs.
How Farm Forests Help Fight Seasonal Hunger in Ethiopia
Farmers in Ethiopia's drylands reduce food insecurity by dedicating about 10% of their land to forests, with the biggest impact on the poorest and women-led households.
Pomegranate-Peel Sensor Detects Mercury with Glow
Scientists at Xi'an University have created a low-cost, highly sensitive biosensor to detect trace mercury in the environment, using carbon dots from pomegranate peel.
Soil from Organic Farms Boosts Disease Defense in Other Soils
Innovative research shows that soil from organic fields can transform disease-prone soil into one that defends crops, offering a sustainable way to boost crop health and yields.
Seasonal Changes in River Plankton and Their Environment
Delhi University researchers reveal the seasonal dynamics of plankton species in the Shipra River, highlighting their crucial role in indicating river health and ecosystem changes.
Testing Mustard Plants for Cleaning Metal-Polluted Water Soils
Different mustard plant cultivars exhibit varying abilities to absorb and withstand heavy metals, with implications for using them in phytoremediation to clean contaminated soil.
Evaluating Pollution Levels in an Industrial Wastewater Canal
A study reveals the alarming pollution levels of India's Kala Sanghian drain due to industrial waste, highlighting the need for immediate actions in wastewater management.
Trends in Microplastic Pollution in the Oceans: A Review
Global concern for microplastic pollution in oceans grows as studies show increased impact on marine life and potential risks to human health through food.
How Coal Use Affects the Environment in Rich and Poor Countries
Coal consumption has a severe impact on environmental sustainability, with developed countries facing six times the increase in carbon emissions than developing ones per unit of coal used.
How Salt Shapes Algae Growth in a Siberian Soda Lake Over Time
Siberian lakes rise and fall with solar cycles, impacting microscopic life. A decade-long study reveals how solar activity dictates the diversity of microbes in soda lake Tanatar VI, offering insights into ecosystem resilience and climate influence.