Natural disasters can devastate a region, abruptly killing the species that form an ecosystem’s structure.
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Gone for Good? California’s Beetle-Killed, Carbon-Storing Pine Forests May Not Come Back
Ponderosa pine forests in the Sierra Nevada that were wiped out by western pine beetles during the 2012-2015 megadrought won’t recover to pre-drought densities, reducing an important storehouse for atmospheric carbon.
New Insights into Engineering Climate Smart Crops for Future
New research in the field of plant sciences has made significant advances towards understanding the underlying reasons behind why certain crops are better at generating more yield than others.
Team Finds Major Storage Capacity in Water-Based Batteries
Researchers at Texas A&M University have discovered a 1,000% difference in the storage capacity of metal-free, water-based battery electrodes.
Astrocyte Cells Critical for Learning Skilled Movements
From steering a car to swinging a tennis racket, we learn to execute all kinds of skilled movements during our lives.
Focus Turns to Flood Prevention in Face of Climate Change
Planners have come up with many innovative ways to prevent flooding caused by heavy downpours — from planting rain gardens to installing green roofs.
