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08/29/2018
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By David Williams
PTSD in birds: Living with noise pollution gives them chronic stress, hypervigilance, anxiety
Can animals show symptoms just like humans do when suffering from conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? It’s more likely than you think. As it turns out, birds can be under so much stress that they start to exhibit signs of PTSD, even if only temporarily. This is according to a study conducted by […]
08/15/2018
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By David Williams
Alien species threaten ecosystems and they are spreading worldwide, challenging biosecurity measures at border controls
Animal species that are out in nature aren’t exactly living in harmony. Researchers from the University College London (UCL) have now discovered that the number of new alien species invasions are still rising globally, and that its overall impact may be difficult to predict down the line. One thing that this has made clear, however, […]
08/08/2018
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By David Williams
Researchers create first rechargeable proton battery in effort to find more environmentally-friendly energy storage
As the world becomes more reliant on batteries to power all sorts of gadgets and machinery, there will come a time when existing solutions just won’t be enough anymore. Someday, the need for alternative energy storage solutions will become a major problem. And when that day arrives, it will be good to have a properly […]
08/01/2018
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By David Williams
Half of Earth should be given up to wildlife to keep natural order alive, expert suggests
While the majority of Earth’s lands have been conquered by humanity long ago, there are some experts who suggest that there should still be room left for wild animals to roam. That is, a certain portion of the Earth should be left alone for wildlife to thrive, and it is up to humans to make […]
06/11/2018
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By David Williams
Billions of microplastics flooding our seas, scientists warn that environmental pollution is worse than initially thought
It is well-known that plastic contributes a great deal to worldwide pollution problems, not just on land but also in the world’s seas and oceans. Now a team of researchers has revealed that the problem of plastic pollution in Earth’s bodies of water may be much worse than previously thought. To be more specific, a […]
06/06/2018
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By David Williams
Floating wind farm in Scotland is beginning to show the positive impact of offshore wind farming
The world awaits the first comprehensive performance reviews of offshore wind farms that are currently in operation. Now, it looks like it will finally get a first glimpse at this highly awaited information, and it’s quite encouraging. Hywind, the world’s first commercial offshore wind farm that’s operating out of Scotland, is slowly but surely beginning […]
05/18/2018
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By David Williams
EU sets a 70 percent recycling target for waste by 2020, starts by designing a modified bacteria that lives off plastic
Plastic pollution is a very serious problem in many different parts of the world. It has caused a great deal of harm to the environment and continues to affect many people’s lives every single day. Europe suffers from it just like any other place on Earth. Fortunately, the concept of plastic recycling exists. And that […]
05/15/2018
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By David Williams
A sperm whale was found dead on a Spanish coast after consuming 29 kilos of plastic pollution
Our problem with plastic pollution has become so widespread that it’s taking a huge toll on the world’s oceans. Unfortunately, a painful reminder of how bad the problem is for marine animals appears now and then, like in the case of a full-size sperm whale that died after ingesting plastic waste and drifted to the coast […]
05/15/2018
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By David Williams
Scientists identify an aquatic moss capable of removing arsenic from contaminated water in just ONE HOUR
Water pollution is a serious problem in many parts of the world. It’s particularly dangerous in places where toxic chemicals such as arsenic can be found as contaminants, thereby, putting the lives of people living in the area at great risk of arsenic poisoning. Now, a team of researchers has discovered a new and environmentally […]
05/03/2018
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By David Williams
New soil science study shows how plants release specific metabolites that enrich productivity
It’s well-understood that most plants rely heavily on the condition of the soil on which they are planted, and that the microbes that are present in the soil itself affect the overall health of the plant as it grows. Now a new study performed by scientists from the Department of Energy‘s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory […]
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