ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE

Heavy Precipitation in Tropical Rainforest Related to Carbon Exchange, Study Finds

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 04.26.2017 14:59 PM

Researcher finds that a heavy precipitation in the rainforest has played the major role in the increase of the carbon dioxide uptake.

Insecticides Can't Stop Mosquitoes To Bite, Reproduce, Spread Malaria

04.26.2017 14:52 PM

Researchers discovered that after losing their legs due to insecticides, mosquitoes could still bite humans and lay eggs afterward.

Antarctica's Secret: Blood Falls Century-Old Mystery In Taylor Valley Solved By Researchers

04.26.2017 14:49 PM

Find out how researchers solved the mystery of Antarctica's red waterfall here. Blood Falls found in Taylor Valley, Antarctica has a century-old mystery that baffles scientists up until now.

Antarctica’s Larsen-C Ice Shelf Crack Rapid Melting Discovered To Be Caused By Warm Föhn Winds

04.26.2017 14:41 PM

Antarctica's Larsen-C ice shelves were discovered to be caused by downhill föhn winds. After Antarctica’s Larsen A and B had cracked, its Larsen-C ice shelf was reported to be on the verge of break away as well.

Converting Coal Into Natural Gas Can Prevent Thousands of Premature Deaths but Increase Carbon Dioxide Emission

04.26.2017 12:16 PM

While converting coal into natural gas, carbon dioxide will be produced twice in the process of converting and burning.

Malaria Was Cured With Dried Leaves, Plant Therapy in Congo, Study Says

04.26.2017 08:19 AM

In a study by Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Artemisia annua was used to heal 18 severe cases of malaria in Congo.

NASA GPM Satellite Mapped Tropical Depression 3W In 3D In The Pacific Ocean

04.26.2017 05:04 AM

Global Precipitation Measurement Mission satellite of NASA has captured tropical storms forming in Pacific ocean. The radar instruments of GPM has mapped a 3D imaging of the convective storm towers that helped scientists to analyze the speed and altitude of the storms.

Simple Japanese Tradition Uchimizu Is Effective To Reduce Temperature In The Cities

04.26.2017 03:27 AM

A simple water sprinkling tradition in Japan, known as Uchimizu, is able to cool down a hot temperature in the summer according to a recent study.

Algae: Waste To Sustainable Biofuels

04.26.2017 03:24 AM

Algae, sourced from brackish water, is being eyed as the future source of biofuel. Algae could provide a more sustainable alternative source of biofuel according to a study made by researchers from the Kobe University Graduate School of Science, Technology, and Innovation.

Heligoland Island Becomes Tourism Destination Despite Britain’s Revenge

04.26.2017 03:23 AM

German island Heligoland was flattened by Britain but it has recovered and is now a must-see tourist destination.

'Sudan' Last Surviving Male Northern White Rhino Under 24-Hour Security

04.26.2017 03:20 AM

The male northern white rhino 'Sudan' is his race's last hope. Kenyan rangers are guarding him 24 hours a day as he is the only male survivor left worldwide.

Scientists Found Wax Worms To Do The Job: New, Natural Way To Rid Of Plastics

04.26.2017 02:26 AM

Natural and effective, wax worms were discovered by scientists to help degrade the polyethylene plastics that clogs our environment.

Earth Day 2017 Facts & Activities: Progress Over The Years, From 1970 To 2017

04.26.2017 02:18 AM

Earth was first started in America in 1970 as a day to praise the planet. It is celebrated every year to raise public awareness about environment safety.

Vineyards In France Currently In Danger Because Of Spring Frost

04.26.2017 02:14 AM

The vineyards in France are in danger because of the late spring frost that could destroy their livestocks.

Photosynthesis Possible In The Absence Of Light: Algae Evolution Unraveled The Mysteries

04.25.2017 18:22 PM

Researchers analyzed green algae, red algae, and glaucophytes to find the origin of photosynthesis. Glaucophyte Cyanophora paradoxa and cyanobacteria have the similar respiratory effect on photosynthesis

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