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As Spain choked on stubborn drought last year, a reservoir north of Barcelona emptied, revealing a medieval church.
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Blue pigment improves foundation makeup shades for dark skin
On the shelves of makeup counters and drugstores sits an array of foundations in various olive, ivory, and fair shades. But for people with darker skin tones, finding the right foundation shade can be a challenge. Dark foundations on the market often fall flat, appearing
Researchers uncover traits that help plants succeed in new environments while guarding against invasiveness
Many native plants in the U.S. cannot possibly move themselves fast enough to avoid climate-change-driven extinction. If these native plants are going to have any chance of surviving into the future, they'll need human help to move into adjacent areas, a process known as
The amount of fresh water available for lithium mining is vastly overestimated, hydrologists warn
New research into lithium mining in the "Lithium Triangle" of Chile, Argentina and Bolivia—source of more than half of the world's lithium resources—shows that the commonly accepted models used to estimate how much water is available for lithium extraction and what the
Rising seas test defenses of South American ports
When waves come crashing over the sea wall in Chile's biggest port of San Antonio, dockers run for cover.
Over a billion pounds of Coke plastic waste to enter waterways: Study
By 2030, Coca-Cola products will account for an estimated 1.33 billion pounds (602,000 metric tonnes) of plastic waste entering the world's oceans and waterways each year, according to a stark new analysis published Wednesday by the nonprofit Oceana.
'Like the apocalypse': S. Korea wildfires tear through mountains
Truck driver Lee Seung-joo was driving through South Korea's Andong mountains when the wildfires hit, engulfing the area in flames and turning it into "a literal hell."
A new benchmark for quantum electrodynamics in atoms: Precision measurement of boron-like tin ion's g factor
Highly charged heavy ions form a very suitable experimental field for investigating quantum electrodynamics (QED), the best-tested theory in physics describing all electrical and magnetic interactions of light and matter. A crucial property of the electron within QED is the
'Unprecedented' mass bleaching drains life from Australian reef
An "unprecedented" mass bleaching event has been recorded off Australia's western coast, scientists said Wednesday, turning huge chunks of a celebrated reef system a sickly dull white.
More states move to ban cellphones in school as Georgia is latest to act
More states are moving to ban or restrict cellphones in school, a trend that continues to win bipartisan support in legislatures.
Wood made transparent using rice and egg whites could replace windows
Transparent wood, made by stripping organic polymers and replacing them with a mixture of egg whites and rice extract, could be used as windows and smartphone screens
Chemical oscillations in palladium nanoparticles could pave way for recycling precious metal catalysts
Researchers at the University of Nottingham's School of Chemistry used transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to observe the complete lifecycle of palladium nanoparticles in a liquid environment, from nucleation through growth to dissolution, with the entire cycle repeating
Protoplanetary disks are much smaller than previously thought, new study finds
Many protoplanetary disks in which new planets are formed are much smaller than thought. Using the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) scientists of the Leiden Observatory (the Netherlands) looked at 73 protoplanetary disks in the Lupus region. They found that
How elephants plan their journeys: New study reveals energy-saving strategies
A new study has revealed that African elephants have an extraordinary ability to meet their colossal food requirements as efficiently as possible. Data from over 150 elephants demonstrated that these giants plan their journeys based on energy costs and resource availability.
Tadpoles try to flee dangerous virus in their pond by growing much faster than normal, research shows
The world's amphibians are in trouble. Because of their sensitivity to climate change, habitat loss, and pollution, they may be the canary in the coal mine for the nascent anthropogenic mass extinction. Approximately 200 amphibian species have become extinct since the 1970s,
Challenging the 'monogamy-superiority myth': Non-monogamous people report just-as-happy relationships and sex lives
Monogamous and non-monogamous individuals report similar levels of satisfaction in both their relationships and sex lives, according to a comprehensive new meta-analysis.
Is that shark ticking? In a first, a shark is recorded making noise
The ocean can be a symphony of fish grunts, hums and growls. Now add tooth-clacking sharks to the score.
Sugar beet pulp fibers show potential for nutritional supplements and sustainable plastic alternatives
New technology can separate the fibers in the sugar beet pulp left over after sugar production. Part of the fiber can be used as a nutritional supplement due to its anti-inflammatory properties and beneficial effects on our gut flora. Another part of the fiber, the cellulose,
Sharks aren’t silent after all
A species of houndshark called Mustelus lenticulatus makes sharp clicking noises when handled. Until now, sharks as a group were thought to be universally quiet
Scientists Record First Known Shark Sounds
Clicklike noises made by a small species of shark represent the first instance of a shark actively producing sound
Fake pills ease PMS symptoms even when you know they're placebos
Women with premenstrual syndrome reported big improvements in their symptoms after taking placebo pills, despite knowing they did not contain any active ingredients
Lessons from Venezuela's democratic collapse: How opposition movements can defy autocratic leaders
Until the 1990s, Venezuela was home to one of the most established democracies in Latin America. Today, however, it stands as one of the region's most firmly entrenched authoritarian regimes.
Utah ecologists confirm that the 'Beehive State' lives up to its name
Wildlife conservation is critical to sustaining the planet's biodiversity and health. But putting together a conservation plan is a tall order. First of all, you need to determine what species you're conserving, along with their numbers, habitat needs, threats and how they fit
Automated lead nurturing boosts sales—but only under the right conditions
Businesses invest billions in marketing automation, and many assume that Automated Lead Nurturing (ALN) is a proven driver of sales. However, a new Journal of Marketing study reveals that ALN is not a one-size-fits-all solution. The research finds that while ALN improves
How ancient stone kitchens preserve food secrets
The mortar, pestle and cutting board in your kitchen are modern versions of manos and metates—ancient cooking implements found in archaeological sites around the world. A mano is a hand-held stone tool used with a metate to grind and pulverize food materials from plants and
Ping, You’ve Got Whale
A new AI system alerts ship captains in real-time when a whale is in their path The post Ping, You’ve Got Whale appeared first on Nautilus .
23andMe Bankruptcy Leaves Troves of Genetic Data at Risk
The bankruptcy of 23andMe highlights a lack of protections for genetic privacy in the U.S.
Solutions are a big part of alternative media's environmental reporting, but need consistent support, study says
There's no getting around it: Staying on top of the world's environmental challenges can be a grim experience. Climate change, floods, wildfires, collapsing biodiversity—it's enough to turn many readers off the news entirely.
Questionnaire that measures musicality in children can provide targeted support in education
Children's musical abilities develop at different rates and not always to the same extent. But what factors play a role? Researchers at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics (MPIEA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, have developed a questionnaire to assess the
How necrotic cells contribute to the body's regeneration process
Researchers have shed new light on how tissues in the body are repaired following the damage and premature death of tissue cells.
Ultra-precision sensor technology developed for single-molecule detection
A research team affiliated with the Nano Optics Group within the Department of Physics at UNIST has announced the successful implementation of a plasmonic structure capable of precisely adjusting nanometer-sized gaps in response to temperature changes. This technology enables
Decoding a medieval mystery manuscript
Two years ago, MIT professor of literature Arthur Bahr had one of the best days of his life. Sitting in the British Library, he was allowed to page through the Pearl-Manuscript, a singular bound volume from the 1300s containing the earliest versions of the masterly medieval
Achieving circularity in textiles: Applying the Butterfly framework to assess challenges and opportunities
The Dutch textile industry stands at a crossroads. Fast fashion and overconsumption are driving an ever-growing mountain of waste, while the Netherlands is committed to achieving a fully circular textile chain by 2050. But how do we get there?
Researchers use innovative methods to identify bee species in the Caatinga biome
The latest review article from the Interdisciplinary Center for Marine and Environmental Research (CIIMAR) in Portugal opens up horizons for the identification of bee species in a diversity of ecosystems and was based on the Caatinga biome in Brazil.
Scientists call for uplisting emperor penguins to 'threatened' on IUCN red list
Scientists at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI), in collaboration with international partners, have developed a novel approach to addressing uncertainties in ecological and environmental projections, providing a more robust assessment of extinction risk for
Oxygenation strategy provides facile route to long-wave infrared birefringent crystals
Long-wave infrared birefringent crystals are essential materials in infrared optical applications in fields such as infrared imaging, laser technology, and optical communications. Due to limitations in birefringence, infrared transmission, and crystal growth, high-performance
Scientists reveal neuronal calcium oscillations involved in tissue communication
Mitochondria play a crucial role in maintaining energy balance and cellular health. Recent studies have shown that chronic stress in neuronal mitochondria can have far-reaching effects, not only damaging the neurons themselves but also influencing other tissues and systemic
Diagnostic technology achieves near 100% accuracy in pathogen identification within three hours
A joint team of professors—Hajun Kim, Taejoon Kwon, and Joo Hun Kang—from the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UNIST has unveiled a novel diagnostic technique that utilizes artificially designed polymers known as peptide nucleic acid (PNA) as probes. The research is
Nickel(0) and boron—together at last in square-planar complexes
The arrangement of small molecules—known as ligands—around transition metal atoms affects how the metal atoms behave. This is important because transition metals are used as catalysts in the synthesis of a wide range of important materials.
DNA-loaded lipid nanoparticles are poised to bring gene therapy to common chronic diseases
A breakthrough in safely delivering therapeutic DNA to cells could transform treatment for millions suffering from common chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
A hit of dopamine tells baby birds when their song practice is paying off
In his home office in Durham, Duke neuroscientist Richard Mooney shows a series of images of a bird's brain on song. In one, what looks like a pointillist painting illustrates a young zebra finch's myriad attempts to sound more like an adult, capable of wooing a mate. In
Anthropocene deserves official recognition, some experts maintain
Humans have remodeled the Earth so profoundly that in 2000, atmospheric chemist Paul Crutzen and biologist Eugene Stoermer proposed that the Holocene epoch had ended and the "Anthropocene," or human epoch, had begun.
The future of wetlands: Predicting ecological shifts in the Middle Yangtze River Basin
Wetlands in the Middle Yangtze River Basin (MYRB) are facing significant ecological challenges due to climate change and human activities. A recent study investigated the spatiotemporal changes in wetland ecological quality from 2001 to 2020 and projected future trends under
School during wartime: Learning about teachers' psychological stress in Ukraine
Lessons in air-raid shelters and a sense of purpose from comforting others: LMU graduate Iryna Nadyukova investigated the psychological stress of teachers in Ukraine.
NYC's 'couch-surfing' runaways found vulnerable to exploitation in report
They move through New York and other big cities like shadows. Often at loose ends, they blend in on crowded city sidewalks and perhaps catch a few winks on a friend's sofa or a park bench. They take risks for food and money, incurring violence, fraud, and deception.
Study unravels mystery of cancer-fueling enzyme, which could lead to new therapies
For organs to develop, grow and regenerate, cells must proliferate. But when that process goes awry, leading to uncontrolled cell growth, cancer can emerge.
Wealthy nations owe climate debt to Africa. These funds could help cities grow
Wealthy nations have fueled their industrial growth and urbanization by burning fossil fuels. This is the biggest cause of climate change, which now affects every country in the world, even developing countries in sub-Saharan Africa, which are responsible for less than 4% of
Amid a tropical paradise known as 'Lizard Island,' researchers are cracking open evolution's black box
Every morning in Miami, our fieldwork begins the same way. Fresh Cuban coffee and pastelitos—delicious Latin American pastries—fuel our team for another day of evolutionary detective work. Here we're tracking evolution in real time, measuring natural selection as it happens in
Image: Atomic Clock Ensemble in Space: Time to get ready
ESA's Atomic Clock Ensemble in Space (ACES) has arrived at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, United States. This cutting-edge European experiment will test fundamental physics from the outside of ESA's Columbus module on the International Space Station, measuring time
Back in the pink: Senegal salt lake gets its color back
The waters of Senegal's Lake Retba are back to their famous pink hues three years after floods washed away their rosy tinge—and businessfolk and tourists are thrilled.
