Two USC researchers whose work linked air pollution to a greater risk of Alzheimer’s disease and faster cognitive decline are seeing signs that cleaner air can make a difference in brain health.
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Recycled Concrete and CO2 From the Air are Made into a New Building Material
A new kind of concrete could reduce emissions from the construction industry.
Social Distancing: Not Just for Humans
Coughs and colds spread quickly within wild mountain gorilla groups but appear less likely to spread between neighboring groups, a new study published in Scientific Reports shows.
Oregon State Microbiology Research Furthers Understanding of Ocean’s Role in Carbon Cycling
Microbiology researchers at Oregon State University have shed new light on the mechanisms of carbon cycling in the ocean, using a novel approach to track which microbes are consuming different types of organic carbon produced by common phytoplankton species.
Birds Learn to Avoid Plants That Host Dangerous Insects, Researchers Have Found
Young birds that eat insects with conspicuous warning colouration to advertise their toxicity to would-be predators quickly learn to avoid other prey that carry the same markings.
New International Project Explores Future Climates of Polar Regions
The Polar regions play a crucial role in balancing global climate – with the poles heating up much faster than the rest of the world.