A global mapping project led by University of Queensland researchers has revealed the major stressors placed upon global coastlines by human activity.
Stressed Out: Mapping the Human Footprint on Coastal Areas Globally
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Can Synthetic Polymers Replace the Body’s Natural Proteins?
Most life on Earth is based on polymers of 20 amino acids that have evolved into hundreds of thousands of different, highly specialized proteins.
NASA Engages U.S. Farmers: Bringing Satellite Data Down to Earth
Since the launch of the first Landsat satellite in 1972, NASA and its partners have mapped agriculture worldwide and provided key input into global supply outlooks that bolster the economy and food security.
Exploring the Nanoworld of Biogenic Gems
A new research collaboration with The Bahrain Institute for Pearls and Gemstones (DANAT) will seek to develop advanced characterization tools for the analysis of the properties of pearls and to explore technologies to assign unique identifiers to individual pearls.
How Do We Make Farming Better for the Planet? Ask Women
BU-led study used video games to test ways of balancing agriculture and conservation—and found getting more women involved in decision-making may boost productivity and the planet’s health.
Soil Microbes Contribute to Climate Change, New U of G Research Finds
Here’s a tip for landowners looking to limit emissions of the potent greenhouse gas methane: consider the moisture in your soil.
