Green awnings are a novel solution to mitigate climate change and purify the air. They can be installed in cities where it is impossible to have tree vegetation on their streets due to their particular characteristics.
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NASA may be searching for Martian life the wrong way—and may even have inadvertently killed some, a new study suggests.
Where does water in Earth's oceans come from? It is an open question that has scientists constantly researching, and comets may have part of the answer.
A study by the Butantan Institute showed that purified propolis extract has significant antiviral action against the Zika, Chikungunya and Mayaro viruses. See more details here.
One of the greatest scientific mysteries is knowing where life on Earth began. There are more and more theories, but now another is emerging: hot springs. Find out more here!
A key system within the Global Ocean Conveyor Belt appears to be weakening. Why is this happening and what does this mean for our oceans and climate?
Holidaymakers could reduce their carbon emissions by switching from air travel to rail, new research suggests.
Vegetarians and vegans consume more ultra-processed foods than people with diets based on meat and fish, according to a study by Imperial College London published in The Lancet.
A discovery of the largest worm lizard to date fascinates researchers and it's the extinct organism's diet that links the past to the present.
A team of scientists has taken inspiration from trees and their leaves to create “greener” electronic components.
The Europa Clipper mission aims to reach Jupiter. However, before that, it will fly by Mars and Earth. Technological limitations mean that the best option is to take a long detour before reaching the destination.
The Northeast and Great Lakes have been blanketed by intense snowfall, bringing the familiar winter hardships. Yet, hidden within the flurry lies a rare and interesting phenomenon: thundersnow. Curious about this electrifying winter wonder? Let’s dive in!More information: The science of snow: How the Great Lakes creates wet, heavy snow?