Ocean warming is threatening coral reefs globally, with persistent thermal stress events degrading coral reefs worldwide, but a new study has found that corals at or near the equator are affected less than corals elsewhere.
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How Tumors Behave on Acid
Scientists have long known that tumors have many pockets of high acidity, usually found deep within the tumor where little oxygen is available.
Breakthrough in Fighting Plant Disease
A global research team including scientists from La Trobe University have identified specific locations within plants' chromosomes capable of transferring immunity to their offspring.
Local Extinction of Southern California Mountain Lions Possible Within 50 Years
Two isolated mountain lion populations in Southern California’s Santa Ana and Santa Monica Mountains are at risk of local extinction, perhaps as soon as within 50 years, according to a study published in the journal Ecological Applications.
Algae Could Prevent Limb Amputation
A new algae-based treatment could reduce the need for amputation in people with critical limb ischaemia, according to new research we've funded, published today in the journal npj Regenerative Medicine.
Evidence Rogue Waves Are Getting More Extreme
Research led by the University of Southampton suggests that ‘rogue’ waves are occurring less often, but becoming more extreme.