An international research team has identified the oldest fossil of a sea reptile from the Southern Hemisphere, a Nothosaur vertebra from South Island, New Zealand.
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Biomimicry, or the art of applying principles from nature to human challenges, opens a new chapter for wind energy generation.
Climate change is having detrimental impacts on both crop and livestock farming, threatening food security. Cattle are vulnerable to heat stress – however new research indicates how we might be able to selectively breed cattle more tolerant of rising temperatures.
Decade-long study reveals untapped genetic potential of modern wheat varieties could help sustainable feed the global population.
The last strong earthquake occurred only last year, when between 5 and 6 February 2023 a strong earthquake, 7.8 Richter, devastated the south-east of Turkey and the north of Syria, causing a real disaster: we are talking about around 60,000 victims, more than 121,000 injured and more than 5 million displaced people.
Are CO2 emissions really responsible for climate change? Some scientists question this long-held belief, suggesting reverse causality. Check out this controversial perspective.
Whether looking for other perspectives or seeking advice, millions of people turn to TikTok for content on issues or concerns they are having in their life. Misinformation is common on the app, as researchers find where it comes from.
Scientists devise a solution for advancing non-destructive phenotyping of plants, opening up further research into agricultural crop development.
New report finds human induced global warming is at an all-time high while the remaining carbon budget is lower than predicted.
Researchers reclassify a group of extinct, large, flightless birds endemic to Australia based on recently unearthed fossilised skull remains.
A cutting-edge research project will sample environmental DNA in the air to help researchers learn more about the hidden biodiversity around us.
Swiss startup FinalSpark uses an approach known as wetware computing, using lab-grown human brain cells. This type of bioprocessor consumes a million times less energy than traditional digital processors.