The sea water, beaches and sediments on the Tarragona coast contain quantities of plastic similar to those in a big city like Barcelona.
More Than Half of the Plastic Waste on the Tarragona Coast Consists of Clothing Fibres from Washing Machines
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Green Pathway to Clean up Toxic Ground
The problem of cleaning up toxic polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) pollution – commonly used in aviation fire-fighting foams, lubricants and non-stick and protective coatings – has been solved through the discovery of a new low-cost, safe and environmentally friendly method that removes PFAS from water.
Rheumatoid Arthritis – Can Its Onset Be Delayed or Prevented?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder that leads to significant health issues as well as high treatment costs.
UNM Scientist Makes Case for Stabilizing Forest Carbon to Help Mitigate Climate Change
There’s no doubt that climate change is affecting ecosystems as well as the lifestyles of plants and animals around the globe.
Rapid Change in Coral Reefs Prompts Global Calls for A Rethink
Coral reef experts from around the world are calling for an urgent re-evaluation of our climate goals in the light of increasing evidence of unprecedented speed of change to these fragile ecosystems.
Chickenpox Vaccination Lowers Risk of Pediatric Shingles
Children who receive the chickenpox (varicella) vaccine are significantly less likely to contract shingles, according to a new study led by researchers at the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research published today in the journal Pediatrics.
