The spoiled milk, moldy vegetables and expired meat we discard when cleaning out the fridge make a surprisingly large contribution to global warming.
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Chemists Unveil the Structure of An Influenza B Protein
A team of MIT chemists has discovered the structure of a key influenza protein, a finding that could help researchers design drugs that block the protein and prevent the virus from spreading.
New Method for Removing Oil From Water
Oil poses a considerable danger to aquatic life.
Australia's Orroral Valley Fire Consumes Over 155,000 Acres in a Week
NASA's Terra satellite saw yet another fire, known as the Orroral Valley Fire, break out in the Canberra region of Australia, specifically in and around the Namadgi National Park.
Lights Out? Fireflies Face Extinction Threats of Habitat Loss, Light Pollution, Pesticides
Habitat loss, pesticide use and, surprisingly, artificial light are the three most serious threats endangering fireflies across the globe, raising the spectre of extinction for certain species and related impacts on biodiversity and ecotourism, according to a Tufts University-led team of biologists associated with the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.
Drexel Study: Physical Activity is Good for Your Appetite, Too
Following a dietary weight loss program can be difficult.