On June 21, 2020, NOAA/NASA's Suomi NPP satellite using the VIIRS instrument (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite) captured this natural-color image of fires that have broken out across the Siberian section of Russia.
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Global Study Finds Air Pollution Major Risk For Cardiovascular Disease Regardless Of Country Income
From low-income countries to high-income countries, long-term exposure to fine particulate outdoor air pollution is a major contributor to cardiovascular disease and death, a new Oregon State University study found.
Protecting Natural Forest in Oil Palm Plantations Crucial for Carbon Storage and Species Conservation, Study Finds
Forest conservation areas in oil palm plantations play a vital role in storing carbon and boosting rainforest biodiversity, a new study on palm oil agriculture in Borneo has revealed
In Pandemic Recovery Efforts, Polluting Industries Are Winning Big
While the world has been preoccupied by the Covid-19 pandemic, polluting industries have been pushing to turn the crisis to their advantage, lobbying governments — often successfully — for lucrative favors like bailout funds and the easing of costly regulations.
Towards a Green Future: Efficient Laser Technique Can Convert Cellulose into Biofuel
The plant product cellulose is the most abundant form of biomass globally and can be converted into useful products such as biofuels.
Experts Identify Steps to Expand and Improve Antibody Tests in COVID-19 Response
More than 300 scientists and clinicians from the federal government, industry and academia published a report of their conclusions and recommendations on COVID-19 serology studies online in Immunity.


