Along developed riverbanks, physical barriers can help contain flooding and combat erosion.
Laying the Ground for Robotic Strategies in Environmental Protection
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Hidden Behind Bad Numbers: Official Stats Mask Almost All Shark and Ray Species Caught in the Mediterranean and Black Seas
Shark and ray species commonly caught in the Mediterranean and Black seas are not being reported in official statistics, new research from the Sea Around Us initiative at the University of British Columbia shows.
When the Extreme Becomes the Norm: Svalbard Reindeer Cope with Dramatic Climate Change
Climate change is increasing the likelihood of extreme winter rain events in the Arctic.
Air Temperatures in the Arctic Are Driving System Change
A new paper shows that air temperature is the “smoking gun” behind climate change in the Arctic, according to John Walsh, chief scientist for the University of Alaska Fairbanks International Arctic Research Center.
New Tool Gauges Rural, Older Adults’ Alzheimer’s Knowledge
Many older adults live in ethnically diverse rural settings where they face a higher burden of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD) as well as delayed detection due to health inequities.
More Sleep May Help Teens with ADHD Focus and Organize
Teenagers with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may benefit from more sleep to help them focus, plan and control their emotions.
