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Colossal erosion event transformed ancient Earth’s surface

The Earth’s surface experienced the largest crustal erosion event in Earth’s history some 700 million years ago, paving the way for animal life to develop, according to a major new study involving the University of Southampton.

Map of chemicals in jellyfish could be the future to protecting UK waters and marine life

Scientists at the University of Southampton have developed maps of chemicals found in jellyfish which could offer a new tool for conservation in British waters and fisheries.

Climate change: How could artificial photosynthesis contribute to limiting global warming?

After several years during which global emissions at least stagnated, they rose again somewhat in 2017 and 2018.

Biochar can be tailor-made for range of environmental benefits

A low-cost, versatile type of charcoal known as biochar can be tailored for specific uses including treating water, removing contaminants from soil and even storing carbon, according to new research by University of Alberta scientists.

High Pesticide Exposure Among Farmers Linked to Poor Sense of Smell Later

A Michigan State University study is the first to show an association between unusually high pesticide exposure and poor sense of smell among aging farmers.